EasyFill Expands in South Africa with FreshStop Partnership
Swedish company EasyFill AB partners with FreshStop, bringing innovative shelving systems to over 300 stores across South Africa.
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EasyFill AB has secured a significant partnership with FreshStop in South Africa, enhancing store efficiency with their innovative shelving systems.
EasyFill AB, a renowned Swedish company known for its patented innovations aimed at reducing food waste, has announced a pivotal partnership with FreshStop, a leading convenience store chain in South Africa. This collaboration will see EasyFill’s advanced shelving systems installed across more than 300 FreshStop stores, located adjacent to Caltex stations.
The decision to integrate EasyFill’s shelving solutions into both new and existing stores marks a significant milestone for the company. The shelving system is designed to enhance product display, improve store efficiency, and significantly reduce restocking time. A key feature of these shelves is their inclination, which allows products to slide forward automatically, ensuring that shelves are always well-stocked and visually appealing to customers. Additionally, the rear-loading mechanism ensures that the coldest beverages remain at the front, optimizing customer satisfaction.
Steve English, Sales Manager at CSS Clever Shelf Systems, expressed enthusiasm about the continued collaboration, stating, "We are proud that FreshStop is satisfied with the installations carried out so far and that we can now deliver more shelving systems to their stores. Our solutions contribute to easier handling for store staff and a better experience for customers."
The strategic decision to manufacture steel components locally in South Africa while shipping plastic shelves from Europe not only reduces costs but also enhances sustainability, aligning with global environmental goals. Tobias Sjölander, CEO of EasyFill AB, highlighted the importance of this approach, emphasizing its benefits for both cost-efficiency and sustainability.
For investors, this partnership signals a robust demand for EasyFill’s innovative solutions in the South African market, potentially boosting the company’s growth and market share. Given the company’s strong position in the convenience sector and its commitment to sustainability, the recommendation is to hold on to EasyFill’s stock. This strategic expansion could drive long-term value, making it a promising prospect for investors looking for sustainable growth opportunities.
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FreshStop, a leading convenience store chain in South Africa, is integrating EasyFill's shelving system into all new and updated stores. This system enhances product display, store efficiency, and reduces restocking time by allowing products to slide forward automatically. Steve English from CSS Clever Shelf Systems expressed satisfaction with the collaboration, noting benefits for store staff and customers. FreshStop supports the system for its operational and financial advantages. The plastic shelves are shipped from Europe, while steel components are locally manufactured in South Africa, reducing costs and improving sustainability. Tobias Sjölander, CEO of EasyFill AB, highlighted the strategy of local manufacturing. This initiative reflects a growing demand for efficient shelving in South Africa. EasyFill AB, a Swedish company listed on the Spotlight Stock Market, specializes in patented innovations to reduce food waste and improve goods handling in stores globally.
