Dutch lender Rabobank joins the retail group’s lending consortium

BWG reports ‘significant turnover growth’ in March

Deal gives BWG a foot in door of the 220-strong Gala convenience group

Spar owner will become the exclusive distributor and supplier to Chopped outlets

Growth of sales in Spar and Mace stores fuels 41.4% surge in profits for BWG Group

Indigenous and multinational producers will be able to pitch their wares at major event

Euro’s rise against South African rand bolsters results

Owner of Spar and Mace bought ADM Londis this year to add to its store network

Guarantee has reduced BWG’s annual interest rate from 4 to 1.75 per cent

Deal to bring on board Barclays guaranteed by South African parent

Move gives company a near 50 per cent share in Ireland’s retail convenience market

Dublin event will bring together 150-plus suppliers and up to 1,000 retailers

BWG says it is committed to retaining and promoting Londis brand

Outbreak of hope across retail spectrum after seven years of struggle

Figures for BWG revealed in annual results of South African company SSA

The owner of the Spar group has announced 50 new shops, adding to its 400-plus across the Republic. Does the spread of the convenience chain mean the demise of the traditional local shop?

BWG will open 50 new shops by 2016 creating 1,000 jobs

Spar South Africa has financial muscle to drive BWG forward and open bigger shops

Spar South Africa to buy 80 per cent of the Irish group for €55 million

Group will invest €55m in new joint venture; deal secures further reduction in BWG’s borrowings

Security firm credits turnaround to pay cuts and long-term contracts for key customers

Retail group negotiates reduction in property debts from bank consortium