The discounter plans to launch additional locations in the capital on October 30
Polish retailer Pepco officially entered the Ukrainian market on October 28 by opening its first 450-square-meter store in the Respublika Park shopping mall in Kyiv. The company plans further expansion within the next few days. This was reported by Delo.ua, according to the portal PromPolitInform.
HR Director of the Ukrainian division Maryna Popova announced the market entry. She noted that the launch was the result of months of preparation by the company’s international and local teams.
Expansion plans in Kyiv
Two additional store openings are scheduled for October 30. These new locations will be situated in the Retroville and DREAM Yellow shopping malls in Kyiv.
Safety protocols during air raids
The company has established a procedure for staff during air raid alerts. Stores will cease operations during these alerts and resume business only after the all-clear is given, provided the safety situation allows it.
International background and business model
The European discounter chain Pepco specializes in family apparel, household goods, and toys. A member of Pepco Group, the retailer currently manages over 4,000 stores across 19 countries, employing more than 32,000 people.
Ukraine represents the 20th market for the brand. Pepco Group shares are publicly traded on the Warsaw Stock Exchange.
Photo: Delo.ua
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