Arko Corp., the parent company of convenience-store retailer GPM Investments, on Aug. 26 opened the doors to its newest Handy Mart Store in Newport, North Carolina.
GPM acquired the Handy Mart chain in 2021 and the new location is a “key part of our expansion in North Carolina, and we’re committed to providing the Newport community with a convenient, high-quality shopping experience and delivering value to the community,” said Arie Kotler, president and CEO of Arko.
The 5,600-square-foot store, located at 2934 Highway 24, features grab-and-go options, including breakfast sandwiches, Nathan’s Famous hot dogs and the company’s $4.99 take-and-bake frozen pizzas. The store also features a walk-in beer cave and fueling options for both cars and trucks.
The opening supports Arko’s “strategic” focus on growing its retail presence and “enhancing” customer engagement through its fas rewards loyalty program, the company said.
Arko will hold an extended grand-opening event Sept. 16 to Sept. 29. “Our grand opening offers include buy one, get one free case water, our value pizza at an additional $1 off for $3.99 and a medium coffee or fountain drink for 50 cents,” Arko said.
- GPM Investments is No. 6 on CSP’s 2024 Top 202 ranking of U.S. c-store chains by store count.
GPM Investments is a wholly owned subsidiary of Richmond, Virginia-based Arko Corp. It has more than 1,500 stores under more than 25 regional store brands, including Fas Mart, Li’l Cricket and Scotchman.
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