Minuteman unveils redesigned app

Alongside the refreshed app, the North Carolina-based c-store retailer rolled out a new brand icon that will be used in-store and digitally.

Shell USA names new president

Colette Hirstius is set to succeed Gretchen Watkins, who will step down on July 31 after holding the position for the past seven years.

3 questions about Parkland’s sale to Sunoco

The Canadian retailer agreed to sell its business for $9 billion. But several concerns remain over its future, including how its c-stores will navigate — or survive — the deal.

Sunoco to acquire Parkland for $9.1B

The deal is a “compelling outcome” for Parkland’s shareholders, who are set to vote on the company’s future next month after years of demands for change, Executive Chairman Michael Jennings said.

Love’s names first chief marketing officer

Patrick McLean previously served as CMO of Walgreens and TD Bank.

Shell finalizes acquisition of PDI’s fuel rewards program

The deal gives the oil and gas company control of a loyalty program whose members fuel up four times more often than nonmembers.

EG Group’s new CEO appointed top executive in the US

Russell Colaco will replace John Carey, who had led EG America since late 2023. This marks the first time the U.K.-based company will operate completely under one leader.

Hershey seeks tariff exemption for cocoa from White House

The Kisses maker said duties on the commodity, which cannot be grown in the U.S., is expected to result in millions of dollars in extra costs.

3 Big Numbers: QSR moves from Circle K, Rebel

One made a partnership with a Phoenix-area restaurant while the other is expanding its proprietary food brand. Meanwhile, a Valero site is welcoming the c-store debut of Pretzelmaker.

BP’s head of strategy to depart amid retreat from low-carbon goal

The oil giant will not replace Giulia Chierchia, who has spearheaded its carbon net-zero mission — an initiative that BP is abandoning — since 2020.

With new faces at the helm, EG America is ready for takeoff

The retailer has overhauled its executive team over the past year as part of a goal to unify its many c-store banners. C-Store Dive spoke with its CEO and COO about these changes and what’s ahead.

7-Eleven teams with Live Nation for nostalgic music festival activations

The chain is the first presenting sponsor of the pop-punk-focused When We Were Young as it works to connect with consumers around culture.

Seven & i, Couche-Tard sign NDA

The c-store giants inked nondisclosure agreements with potential buyers earlier this year. They’ve now done so with each other, which should help them facilitate deal discussions and due diligence.

Oxxo can become ‘super regional’ player in the US, CEO says

The retailer has converted 15 Delek c-stores to its own banner this year and wants to build a sustainable model similar to that of Wawa, QuikTrip and Casey’s, José Antonio Fernandez Garza said.

Circle K adding Burrito Express QSRs in Phoenix

The retailer, which has over 150 c-stores in the city, is expected to open six Burrito Express Fast and Fresh restaurants as it strengthens its foodservice capabilities.

A look inside Fresh Stop’s flagship location

The newly formed convenience retailer wants to become “a culinary oasis for travelers and locals alike” as it leads with foodservice and community-focused initiatives.

C-stores trail restaurants in EV charging sessions, report says

Convenience retailers’ monthly charging sessions rose 21% from September 2023 to December 2024, yet saw nearly 100 fewer charges per month than restaurants.

Applegreen names US chief transformation officer

Anil Rao, who hails from leisure park operator Palace Entertainment, joins the retailer less than two months after the departure of its U.S. president.

Circle K taps McLane for third-party logistics

The distributor will operate three dedicated sites in the Midwest to support 1,600 Alimentation Couche-Tard stores in 14 states.

Love’s acquires 44 CNG locations

Its Trillium Energy Solutions division, which has now rebranded to Love’s Alternative Energy, purchased a mix of public and private compressed natural gas stations.

Buc-ee’s lawsuit forces Barc-ee’s shutdown

The dog park and cafe closed after being hit with a trademark infringement lawsuit. A similar suit against Duckee’s liquor store settled out of court.

EG Group appoints new CEO

In a nod to its size and growth opportunities in the U.S., the U.K.-based company has selected CFO Russell Colaco, who is based in New York, to replace Mohsin Issa.

GetGo President Terri Micklin departs

The retailer’s top leader for the past two years said she’s no longer part of the business as GetGo inches closer to finalizing its sale to Alimentation Couche-Tard, parent of Circle K.

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Casey’s taps AI tool for contract management

The platform, developed by IntelAgree, aims to help the Iowa retailer mitigate risk, streamline workflows and make smarter decisions.

3 Big Numbers: Examining major changes for QuikTrip, Walmart and 7-Eleven

We take a closer look at one retailer’s nationwide expansion, another’s refreshed c-store growth plans and a bevy of board leadership changes.