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Under the motto “This way everyone eats better”, Continente is launching its new communication line through a multimedia campaign, in which it intends to reinforce its commitment to facilitating choices that lead to better nutrition. The motto will support the brand's communication throughout the year.
From Friday, a new ‘deposit and refund’ system will come into effect on plastic drinks bottles and cans sold in major supermarkets. The bottles and cans, marked clearly with the The post ‘Back to the future’ with drinks recycling appeared first on Portugal Resident.
Home News Mercadona announces opening of new stores in Portugal – including in the Algarve Mercadona announces opening of new stores in Portugal – including in the Algarve The Mercadona supermarket chain has announced the opening of three new supermarkets in Portugal. By Bruno G.
The director-general of the Portuguese Association of Distribution Companies anticipates further increases and stresses that the Zero VAT policy may not be the best measure to solve the problem.
Home News Supermercados Apolónia celebrates 43 years with special promotions Supermercados Apolónia celebrates 43 years with special promotions On 23 March, Apolónia Supermarkets will celebrate its 43rd anniversary, a date that will be marked with various initiatives in its Almancil, Galé, and La
Home News Mercadona to open two new stores in Portugal Mercadona to open two new stores in Portugal Mercadona has announced the opening of two more stores in Portugal, scheduled for April. By Bruno G.
Mercadona, the Spanish retail giant led by Juan Roig, continues its expansion in Portugal, aiming to reach 81 stores by the end of the year. After years of adapting its business model to local habits—such as prioritizing cod over Spanish ham and adjusting product packaging—the company has finally turned a profit in the Portuguese market. With a planned investment of 150 million euros, the chain is set to enter new districts, including its long-awaited debut in the Algarve region.
The Spanish supermarket chain Mercadona recorded profits of 26 million euros in Portugal in 2025, more than tripling the previous year's result, the company announced today.
The Portuguese Association of Distribution Companies (APED) reported that, due to the passage of depression Kristin, there were sporadic disruptions to the transport of goods and the temporary closure of six supermarkets in Leiria, Figueira da Foz and Marinha Grande.
Aqui é Fresco marks 15 years in operation and has grown its retail network to 650 stores.
The owner of Pingo Doce opened more than one store per day in 2025, totalling 448 new outlets. Biedronka opened 15 stores in Slovakia, marking the Polish chain's first international expansion.
Home Opinion The pilgrimage to Mercadona The pilgrimage to Mercadona There are many well-known pilgrimages in Iberia. Santiago de Compostela and Fátima, to name just two of them.
The Christmas season came to an end this week with Epiphany (Three Kings' Day). “On Us”, “Healthy Heroes Against Waste” and “A Table for Everyone” were some of the grocery retailers' campaigns to create a positive social impact among the Portuguese population. “These initiatives bring brands closer to the Portuguese because they arise from real needs ...
