Lidl Bulgaria opens new store in Sofia, plans another seven countrywide by end-2017 | Progresiv
Discount chain Lidl Bulgaria has opened its 11th supermarket in capital Sofia, the company's first in the country built under a new concept of energy efficiency, functionality and improved design. 
"The opening of this store confirms our long-term investment commitment and business development in the country. By the end of the year, a further two stores will be opened, and in 2017 we plan to open at least five," Lidl Bulgaria manager, Milena Dragiyska, said in a statement.
The energy efficiency improvements at the new retail outlet would cut energy costs by 30%, according to the statement. The building will also be supplied with photovoltaic panels and two charging stations for electric cars in the parking lot.
Lidl currently operates 82 stores in Bulgaria. The company is part of Germany's Schwarz Group which also operates Kaufland retail chain in Bulgaria. (www.seenews.com)
