Casino Group, which owns and operates over 7,500 convenience stores in France, has signed a long-term agreement with Spar International which will remain in place until at least 2039.

As the exclusive partner of the Spar brand in France for nearly 30 years, Casino Group currently operates a network of more than 700 Spar stores the majority of which are franchised.

The new deal builds on this collaboration, meaning that they will not have to renew the agreement every ten years as they have done previously.

Under the terms of the agreement, Casino Group will continue to operate the Spar brand in France and develop it further across the country.

Casino Group said that Spar plays a central role in the group's strategy thanks to a network of convenience stores located in the heart of the country and “ultra-seasonal” areas such as mountains, coastal regions and Corsica.

Casino Group said the agreement provides long-term visibility for both the group and its franchisees and is designed to sustainably support the development of the store network.

The agreement is part of the relaunch of the Spar brand in France, following the opening of the "Origins" store concept in July 2025.

The initiative aims to modernise stores and strengthen their role as local retailers, offering high-quality products tailored to specific local needs.

"This partnership is designed for the long-term and gives us clear strategic visibility to accelerate the renewal of the Spar brand in France,” said Philippe Palazzi, chief executive of Casino Group. “It allows us to invest in the network, support our franchisees and strengthen Spar's presence in all areas where proximity really matters."

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