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Costco to open first standalone gas station
The big-box giant’s latest project, set to open in 2026, will also be its largest fueling site yet, featuring a 17,185-square-foot canopy with 40 fueling positions.
By Brett Dworski • June 13, 2025 -
Retrieved from Nouria Energy.
Nouria names technology head following CIO’s departure
Abhi Patel’s promotion comes just days after the retailer’s longtime chief information officer, Doug New, retired.
By Brett Dworski • June 13, 2025 -
Behind Minuteman’s new look
The regional retailer will integrate its brand refresh at five to 10 new locations in the next year.
By Jessica Loder • June 12, 2025 -
Circle K names VP of US merchandising
Kurt Fraschetti will pivot from leading Couche-Tard’s North America merchandise team to focusing solely on the U.S.
By Brett Dworski • June 12, 2025 -
Casey’s to debut 80 new stores during fiscal 2026
The retailer’s latest push is expected to get it past its current three-year goal of 500 openings.
By Brett Dworski • June 11, 2025 -
RaceTrac accepting QuikQ cards at truck fueling sites
The fleet card is the latest step the Atlanta-based retailer is taking to improve security and the customer experience in its forecourts.
By Jessica Loder • June 10, 2025 -
Sunoco tried to acquire Parkland 3 times before sealing the deal, companies say
The Texas oil company got rejected multiple times before finally landing its recent $9.1 billion acquisition, which Parkland’s shareholders will vote on later this month.
By Brett Dworski • June 9, 2025 -
Retrieved from TravelCenters of America press release.
BP overhauling TA’s marketing department
A source close to the matter said the changes, including some reductions through 2025, aim to unify all marketing functions under the oil giant’s umbrella.
By Brett Dworski • June 6, 2025 -
Retrieved from Paytronix.
Paytronix shuffles executive structure
The guest engagement company named a new general manager while three others took on new roles.
By Jessica Loder • June 6, 2025 -
Retrieved from S&G Stores.
S&G Stores shuffles leadership team
The midwest retailer has named former Coen Markets CMO Keith Broviak as its next head of marketing, effective June 30. It also appointed a new director of foodservice.
By Brett Dworski • June 5, 2025 -
Retrieved from Nouria.
Nouria’s chief information officer to retire
Doug New, who joined the retailer in 2020, will step down on June 6 after helping transform the company’s tech infrastructure.
By Brett Dworski • June 5, 2025 -
Retrieved from Global Partners.
Global Partners names Eric Slifka chairman
He succeeds Richard Slifka, who passed away in May. The company also appointed a new board member.
By Jessica Loder • June 5, 2025 -
Retrieved from Casey's.
Casey’s to build 7 new c-stores in Texas this year
The sites will span central and eastern Texas and should all be completed by the end of 2025.
By Brett Dworski • Updated June 5, 2025 -
Retrieved from pwrmarket.com.
Power Market expands Oregon footprint
H&S Energy's first location in the Portland area also introduces its Papa Sal’s Deli foodservice program to the state.
By Jessica Loder • June 4, 2025 -
Retrieved from Stewart's Shops.
Stewart’s names new president
Former Chief Operating Officer Chad Kiesow took on the role June 1. It marks the first time in Stewart’s 80-year history that the retailer has a president who is not part of the Dake family.
By Brett Dworski • June 3, 2025 -
Deep Dive
C-store execs aren’t too concerned about tariffs. Experts think they should be.
Convenience leaders don’t expect tariffs to hurt their operations, but industry analysts believe the levies could result in higher operating costs and fewer store visits.
By Brett Dworski • June 2, 2025 -
New CEOs at Seven & i, Weigel’s lead notable exec changes from May
7-Eleven also named two more VPs, Love’s appointed its first chief marketing officer and EG Group made a change atop its legal department.
By Jessica Loder • June 2, 2025 -
Korean c-store giant to make US debut
CU, which has over 18,000 locations in South Korea, will open its first American stores later this year in Hawai’i.
By Brett Dworski • June 2, 2025 -
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Immersive aisles: How digital signage is reinventing the in-store experience
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June 2, 2025 -
Retrieved from Weigel's.
Weigel’s names new CEO
Douglas Yawberry assumes leadership of the company as it places foodservice and tech-driven loyalty at the forefront of its business.
By Brett Dworski • May 30, 2025 -
Column
3 Big Numbers: Growing chains unveil eye-catching new developments
Circle K opens a site with EV chargers instead of fuel pumps, RaceTrac boosts supply chain capabilities and Urban Value goes frictionless.
By Jessica Loder • May 30, 2025 -
Retrieved from Global Partners.
Global Partners’ chairman dies at 85
Richard Slifka was the son of the company’s founder, Abraham Slifka, who started the Massachusetts-based retailer and distributor in the 1930s.
By Brett Dworski • May 29, 2025 -
RaceTrac gearing up for Louisiana growth with new distribution center
The $9 million facility will enhance the company’s supply chain in the state and support growing regional demand, the company said.
By Brett Dworski • May 29, 2025 -
Retrieved from 7-Eleven.
Who is Stephen Dacus, Seven & i’s new CEO?
The world’s largest c-store retailer just welcomed its first non-Japanese top executive. Here’s a brief history of his career as well as how he intends to grow 7-Eleven.
By Brett Dworski • May 28, 2025 -
4 c-store chains that are investing in new formats
Some of the industry’s fastest-growing companies are rolling out updated store designs that are more spacious and focused on foodservice.
By Jeff Wells • May 27, 2025