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As Murphy USA grows, QuickChek stalls
The Arkansas-based retailer is on pace to hit its growth targets, but its smaller East Coast banner continues to face traffic declines and has closed more stores than it’s opened.
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Sponsored by PFSbrandsYou don’t need a franchise to win in foodservice. But you do need this.
The franchise vs. DIY debate misses the point. What really drives foodservice growth is the partner.
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Retrieved from TravelCenters of America press release.
LV Petroleum’s new CEO leads April exec moves
Last month also brought changes atop the financial departments at Seven & i, Murphy USA and Pilot, as well as a deputy CEO at BP.
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Couche-Tard adds another food VP
Helene Drolet moves into the newly created vice president of food and retail for Canada as the retailer continues its foodservice focus.
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Column3 Big Numbers: Zooming in on stores’ new looks
Refuel is opening its first site with an adjacent Whataburger, Freshies shared an updated design and Stewart’s is developing a rare two-story c-store.
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Refuel to open its first Whataburger
The South Carolina-based retailer will debut the burger QSR adjacent to an upcoming c-store in Kenedy, Texas, later this year.
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Retrieved from TravelCenters of America press release.
LV Petroleum names new CEO
Kris Roach, who joined the travel center operator after a 33-year career with TravelCenters of America, has been promoted from COO into the top role.
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Courtesy of 7-Eleven
How c-stores are positioning to win the protein wars
From exercise fanatics to those seeking more energy-dense snacks, consumers can’t get enough protein — and retailers like 7-Eleven and Wally’s are adjusting their assortments accordingly.
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Sunoco M&A leader departs
Elliott Collyer had been with Parkland Corp. for about 11 years when Sunoco bought the Canadian retailer and fuel company for over $9 billion last year.
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7-Eleven supplier delays Ohio facility
Warabeya Nichiyo initially expected the ready-to-eat foods facility to open this summer, but now lists the opening date as “to be determined” due to supply chain issues.
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Stewart’s planning 2-story site in Upstate New York
The retailer is in the process of remodeling one of its locations in Saratoga Springs to comply with city regulations.
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Retrieved from Google.
Couche-Tard names head of QSRs and made-to-order foodservice
Grant Morris’ promotion is one of several changes the retailer has made this year as it looks to grow food revenues to record heights.
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Retrieved from Chestnut Market.
Chestnut Market adds third-party delivery
The company’s grab-and-go food, snacks, drinks and more will be available on DoorDash, Uber Eats and Grubhub through a partnership with Lula Commerce.
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7-Eleven co-CEO outlines M&A, wholesale strategy through 2030
Stan Reynolds detailed how bolt-on acquisitions, site conversions and NTIs should combine to grow the company’s North American store count by 2030.
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Retrieved from Google.
Legacy Markets acquires 10 c-stores in South Carolina
The deal marks Legacy’s arrival in South Carolina, further cementing the convenience retailer as a competitive threat in the region.
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Seven & i appoints new CFO
7-Eleven’s parent company has tapped a new financial leader as it looks to transform multiple parts of its business, including its North America operations.
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7-Eleven launches kids’ meals as food focus ramps up
The meals, available at Laredo Taco, Raise the Roost Chicken & Biscuits and Speedy Café locations, all include an entree, side, drink and small toy.
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Courtesy of Rutter's
International flavors on the rise at Rutter’s, 7-Eleven and QuickChek
Also in product launches, Coen Markets expanded its pizza roll lineup and Stewart’s revealed a new ice cream flavor named after its founders.
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Brett Dworski/C-Store Dive
7-Eleven to remodel over 7,000 c-stores in North America through 2030
The retailer also plans to convert 2,600 company-operated locations to its franchise model as its growth strategy continues to evolve.
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Column3 Big Numbers: Breaking down Yesway’s IPO
The Texas-based retailer’s SEC filings offer a closer look at its growth plans and financial standing.
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Deep DiveMore than a rough patch: Recent restaurant closures signal market correction
Persistent traffic declines, rising costs and an oversaturated market are forcing brands to make tough decisions, and robust chains are taking advantage of the moment, experts say.
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Inside Freshies’ new c-store design
The Maine-based retailer’s 2.0 format includes several new proprietary food programs, a refreshed visual identity and a beer cave.
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Retrieved from Casey's website.
Casey’s expands AI ordering agents to 90% of its c-stores
SoundHound’s voice ordering assistants help process food ordered by phone at the retailer’s convenience stores, especially during peak meal times.
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Retrieved from Royal Farms.
Royal Farms reveals expansion into South Carolina
A convenience store in Myrtle Beach will open in May and offer Royal Farms’ made-to-order foodservice program featuring its flagship fried chicken.
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Retrieved from Fresh Stop.
Fresh Stop acquires 4 c-stores in Texas for $13M
Two of the stores are located in San Antonio, while the others are in Corpus Christi and Fort Worth. Each location will be rebranded to the Fresh Stop banner.
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Courtesy of GSTV
GSTV continues exec shuffle as CEO steps down
The fuel pump video engagement network has appointed an interim chief executive and given its CFO the additional title of COO.
