In 2008 Centra retailers Centra retailers achieved combined sales of €1.5 billion, up 9.3 per cent. They opened 44 new stores. They revamped or extended 82 more.

And 2008 hasn't just been about the stores. It's also been about what's in them.

We have worked harder than ever to listen to and serve the needs of local communities.

Successive NCA surveys reveal Centra to be the most competitive convenience brand in Ireland.

There have been ground-breaking initiatives such as our extensive mid-tier own brand range and the 'Rite Price' value range, delivering average savings of 20 per cent and 40 per cent respectively over the equivalent branded product and provides us with an offering that is unrivalled within the convenience market.

All of which is what Centra was set up to do. Centra means clever, creative convenience shopping. And that means less hassle for busy consumers. Or, as we like to say, Bright Ideas for Everyday Living.