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  • Carrefour enhances Pakistan investment to Rs10.5 billion

    Carrefour enhances Pakistan investment to Rs10.5 billion

    ISLAMABAD: Carrefour, owned and operated by UAE-based Majid Al Futtaim in Pakistan, has added a further Rs1 billion rupees to its current investment of Rs9.5 billion in the country with the inauguration of a new hypermarket in Gujranwala on Monday

    Syed Fakhar Imam inaugurated the new standalone hypermarket by Carrefour today, in the presence of, Thierry Joulin, Chief Operating Officer Majid Al Futtaim Retail, Umer Lodhi, and Country Manager of Carrefour Pakistan.

    Syed Fakhar Imam emphasised on the important role of retail sector in the local sourcing of fresh produce for the modernization of agricultural sector and its benefit for Pakistan’s economy.

    He also appreciated Carrefour’s role in creating this direct connection between supermarkets and farms which was effectively catering to the domestic food demand of fresh fruits and vegetables.

    With the opening of its 10th store in Pakistan, Carrefour has expressed its great confidence in the country’s retail sector and underlined its desire to support the growth and prosperity of the communities it is a part of.

    The guests were also given a tour of the 15,000 sqm premises that will provide the community of Gujranwala with an elevated shopping experience.

    Through its offering of over 25,000 products in the categories of consumer goods, fresh foods, electronics, home accessories and others, Carrefour Pakistan will bring convenience to the daily lives of shoppers and provide economic support to 170 households in the city through job creation and local sourcing of products.

    Speaking at the occasion, Umer Lodhi said: “We stand by our commitment of providing support to the local economy through our expansion plans and the opening of this hypermarket in Gujranwala is a reflection of this commitment in action. It is also a moment of great pride for us as we play our part in the economic revival of the country alongside the Government of Pakistan through the achievement of shared objectives, including sustainable community development.”

    Working with more than 700 partners from across Pakistan, Carrefour continues to support and source from local producers. Committed to helping drive Pakistan’s economy forward, Carrefour continues its journey of growth, strengthening partnerships, and providing innovative retail services to shoppers.

    In addition to the convenience of in-store shopping for quality products at its ten stores in Pakistan, Carrefour also offers its delivery service through the Carrefour Pakistan app to provide customers with another option for how to shop. The app can be downloaded from the Google Play Store and Apple’s App Store.

  • Carrefour, McDonald’s introduce new retail experience

    Carrefour, McDonald’s introduce new retail experience

    KARACHI: Carrefour, owned and operated by Majid Al Futtaim in Pakistan, signed an MoU with McDonald’s Pakistan to introduce a new retail experience to its customers, according to a statement issued on Tuesday.

    Both entities have agreed to host each other’s retail spaces at suitable locations, offering both their customers a dual shopping and out-of-home dining experience at the same location.

    Carrefour Pakistan plans to expand its retail network by opening a standalone store, which will host a McDonald’s restaurant at its premises.

    This exciting partnership will introduce customers to a new experience where they can shop for their groceries and instantly purchase a McDonald’s meal all in one place.

    The collaboration will benefit both entities as they work towards expanding their customer outreach and retail offering through modern retail infrastructure.

    Speaking about the initiative, Umer Lodhi, Country Manager of Carrefour Pakistan at Majid Futtaim Retail, said: “As a leading retail brand in Pakistan, we are committed to modernizing the country’s retail infrastructure by introducing unique customer experiences for all our customers. The latest partnership with McDonald’s reflects our vision to constantly deliver exceptional value to all our shoppers by creating a unique experience and great moments for them.”

    Jamil Ahmed Mughal, the Chief Operating Officer of McDonald’s in Pakistan, also added: “We are pleased to join hands with Carrefour Pakistan as this collaboration will play a strong role in stimulating customer experience, giving them an added benefit of shopping for their grocery needs and satisfying their hunger.”

    Both Carrefour and McDonald’s in Pakistan will manage and represent their identities independently at these shared ventures while exploring further collaborative opportunities with each other that will upgrade the shopping experience for a broader group of customers.

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