Carrefour currently operates 59 stores across Egypt, 14 of which are hypermarkets and 45 supermarkets with 7 hypermarkets and supermarkets opened in 2021
Carrefour, owned and operated by Majid Al Futtaim in Egypt, has announced the opening of its first Gourmet store in the region at Downtown Katameya, Fifth Settlement
The new concept store aims to provide the Egyptian community with a premium experience by offering exclusive, artisanal products and seamless services
The store offers a diverse selection of up to 7,000 products on display, from fresh food to gourmet items – all at a competitive price point
In addition to the store’s extensive product offerings, it is also the first Carrefour store in the country to introduce advanced technologies, such as the self-checkout systems, to ensure speed and efficiency for a convenient customer experience
In alignment with Majid Al Futtaim’s pledge to eliminate plastic use across all its supermarkets and hypermarkets by 2025, Carrefour Gourmet takes its first steps towards sustainability by introducing biodegradable shopping bags
Philippe Peguilhan, Country Manager of Carrefour Egypt at Majid Al Futtaim Retail, commented: “We are honored to be opening the region’s first ever Carrefour Gourmet store as part of our evolving mission to provide our customers with more choices whilst shopping. As pioneers in the retail industry, and with our customers at the heart of our operations, Carrefour is highly committed to delivering value through every experience, everyday whilst championing positive and productive lifestyles.”
