Don Don Donki to expand after success of debut store in Thailand
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Don Don Donki Thailand will expand its retail network this year after a positive trading performance of the first outlet.
In partnership with Saha Pathana Inter-Holding (SPI), the holding company for consumer product conglomerate Saha Group, Don Don Donki Thailand plans to open its second outlet on Ratchadamri Road, which is three times bigger than the first store.
President and executive director at SPI, Vichai Kulsomphop, said the venture aims to open 10 branches across the country. Each of the stores will cost THB500 million and occupying a space of between 5000 and 6000sqm.
“Saha Group is also willing to be an overseas partner of Donki if the Japanese firm really wants to expand its business in Asean,” said Vichai.
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Q.What are Don Don Donki Thailand's expansion plans for its retail network?
What are Don Don Donki Thailand's expansion plans for its retail network?
Don Don Donki Thailand intends to expand its retail network this year following the success of its initial store. The venture aims to open 10 branches across the country, starting with a second outlet on Ratchadamri Road.
Q.How large will the new Don Don Donki stores be and what is their estimated cost?
How large will the new Don Don Donki stores be and what is their estimated cost?
Each of the new Don Don Donki stores will occupy a space between 5,000 and 6,000 square metres. The estimated cost for each individual store is THB 500 million.
Q.Who is Don Don Donki Thailand's partner and what is their role?
Who is Don Don Donki Thailand's partner and what is their role?
Don Don Donki Thailand's partner is Saha Pathana Inter-Holding (SPI), which is the holding company for consumer product conglomerate Saha Group. SPI's President and executive director, Vichai Kulsomphop, stated their willingness to be an overseas partner if the Japanese firm expands in ASEAN.
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