SPAR Netherlands to increase store chain

SPAR in the Netherlands has said it wants to open 20 to 30 new grocery stores over the year 2009.

 In 2008, turnover increased by nearly
25% up to EUR630 million, following the integration of around 50
Meermarkt stores and 75 Attent outlets from Sligro. Like-for-like
sales grew by 4.8%. There are currently 327 stores under the SPAR
banner in the Netherlands, as well as 129 Attent-branded stores.