Last year, MPK Garages embarked on an exciting new chapter by transforming 28 of its forecourt sites into co-branded Pop-In Daily/Nisa stores. This shift has brought significant benefits, allowing MPK to expand its retail offering while leveraging Nisa’s extensive product range and support to enhance the shopping experience for customers.
The 28 Pop-In Daily stores, located primarily in the Midlands and along key transport routes such as the M5 between Birmingham and Bristol, and the M1 from Nottingham to Durham, range in size from 1-3,000 sq.ft. These stores prioritise convenience with a strong focus on food to go and chilled - key offerings that cater to the needs of today’s fast-paced consumers.
The transition to Nisa as a sole supplier in 2023 was a pivotal move. Through Nisa, these stores have gained access to a wider variety of products, including Co-op own brand. This diverse selection has played a vital role in helping Pop-In Daily differentiate itself in the convenience retail sector.
Wayne Harrand, MPK’s retail director (pictured above), said: “Partnering with Nisa has been transformative for our business. The flexibility it provides allows us to adapt our product range to fit the specific needs of each location. Co-op’s fresh range, particularly sandwiches and chilled snacks, has been a standout for our customers. This has enabled us to provide high-quality, fresh choices alongside everyday convenience items.”
The financial performance of MPK stores has seen a marked improvement since the partnership. In 2023, both gross profit and margins increased, with food to go and convenience items contributing significantly to this.
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