Preparations for new Screwfix store in Macduff are progressing
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Work is progressing on a new Screwfix store for Macduff.
The national retailer of trade tools, accessories and hardware products is busy getting the building ready, which is based at the Old Gamrie Road industrial estate on the outskirts of the town, off the A98 main road heading towards Fraserburgh.
Signage has been installed and work is going on internally to get it ready.
The company has not yet confirmed an opening date for the new store.
A spokeswoman for Screwfix said: "We are excited to welcome busy tradespeople to our new Macduff store.
"We will announce details about the new store, including planned dates for opening, in due course."
The firm is aiming to exceed its target for store openings.
Last year it created more than 700 jobs in total across local communities in the UK and the Republic of Ireland.
In March, it announced plans to open more than 50 stores in 2021 – but exceeded targets with a total of 70 new stores opened or due to open by the end of last year.
The latest announcement is a positive step for the retailer’s overall expansion plans, with an ambition to have a total of 1000 Screwfix stores in the UK and Ireland.
The target was raised from a previous figure of 900, after it identified opportunities for stores in inner cities and rural catchment areas.
Screwfix CEO John Mewett said: “It is testament to the hard work of all our colleagues. The growth in our store network supports local communities with further job opportunities and the demand for added convenience from our busy tradespeople.
“Currently, 98 per cent of the population live within a 30-minute drive of a UK store, so our continued expansion ensures we can bring Screwfix closer to even more customers.”
The growth of Screwfix is supported by Kingfisher, its parent company, whose strategy focuses on empowering its distinct retail banners in key areas such as own exclusive brands development, buying and sourcing, e-commerce, and technology and services.