SPAR Albania Profile: Contact International

January 18, 2024 IN THE CATEGORY: Feature articles

SPAR began operating in Albania in 2016, after granting the license to Almark, which is part of the Balfin Group. After the remodeling and rebranding of 18 stores, as well as the training of 460 team members, the SPAR Brand officially launched in Albania on October 6th, 2016.

SPAR has grown consistently since first entering the Albanian market in 2016. In September 2023, SPAR Albania reached a significant milestone: the opening of its 80th store nationwide. At the time of writing, SPAR Albania has 81 stores, serving 60,000 customers daily in 16 districts nationwide.

In the latest edition of Contact International, we profile the growth and development of SPAR in Albania. We take a look at SPAR’s standing in the Albanian market, and how SPAR continues to meet and exceed customer expectations instore.


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