New outlets launched across Scotland
A RAFT of new convenience outlets have opened across Scotland in recent weeks, including three Co-op and EG On The Move forecourts.
Meanwhile, a long-standing KeyStore retailer has relocated to larger premises and Mull has a new independent store.
The Co-op and EG On The Move 24-hour service stations are in Nitshill, Glasgow; Portlethen, south of Aberdeen; and Macmerry, East Lothian.
All three include electric vehicle charging points, with the stores including self-service Starbucks coffee and a focus on fresh, chilled and healthy produce, everyday essentials, food to go, ready meals and car care products.
Portlethen store manager Dannielle Stewart said: “We have worked to develop the range, choice and added services to create a compelling offer to serve our community and motorists travelling through the area.”
KeyStore retailer Jack Singh, who has served the west end of Paisley for more than 25 years, has invested more than £500,000 to relocate his store to a nearby former restaurant – more than doubling its size to 2,000sq ft.
As well as extended space for chilled and frozen, there’s a large beer cave, Costa coffee and a Tango Blast machine. Jack said: “Our customers are amazed and many can’t believe how big our range is now.”
The new Port nan Gael Stores, at Pennygael on Mull, boasts an impressive range of fresh local produce, household essentials, takeaway coffee, a launderette and picnic benches.
Port nan Gael director Fiona Woods said: “It really is a one-stop shop, whether locals need to do a weekly shop or visitors need a few things.”
