Metro Romania expands to Moldova

While expecting a decision on the possible expansion in Romania beyond the 20 store-target announced several years ago, German Metro group will open its first store in the Republic of Moldova this December. “Metro Cash & Carry Romania is offering something we call a ‘country support’ for our entry on this new market,” stated Delia Nica, public relations manager with Metro Cash & Carry Romania SRL. The store in Chisinau will have a 5,500 square metre commercial area, with involved investments to stand at 15 million euros. Moldova is thus the 27th country the cash & carry unit of the group enters. “Metro Cash & Carry International is always adopting a pioneering policy when deciding a new market has economic potential, even if this entails certain difficulties. As proven in the case of Romania, this strategy has been fruitful,” adds Metro Cash & Carry Romania representative. ZF