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Mercadona expansion in Portugal

Overview

Mercadona is continuing its expansion within the Portuguese market. Following existing operations in Évora and Setúbal, the Spanish supermarket chain opened a new store in the Beja Jardim Commercial Park on September 3, marking its entry into the Beja district. This opening was the sixth new store launched by the company in Portugal during 2026. The Beja investment exceeded 5 million euros and employed 64 workers on permanent contracts.

The retailer has since expanded its presence to include Vila Real, where it invested over 9.5 million euros to open a 1,900-square-meter facility. This 76th store in the country created 74 permanent jobs and features specialized departments such as butchery, fishmonger, bakery, and a self-service prepared meal area, supported by 180 parking spaces. As of mid-September, Mercadona operates more than 75 stores and employs approximately 7,500 people in Portugal.

Expansion plans continue with recruitment underway for a future location in Palhais, Charneca da Caparica, scheduled to open in January 2027. The company has also announced plans for a new store in Alfragide, Amadora, for February 2027. In October 2026, the company inaugurated its first unit in the Algarve region at the Nova Vila Retail Park in Portimão, a €6.5 million investment that created 100 direct permanent jobs.

Furthering its Algarve presence, Mercadona has announced plans for a new store in Olhão, scheduled for 2027. Recruitment for this location has already begun, offering permanent contracts with various weekly shifts ranging from 15 to 40 hours. The company is providing paid training and benefits including meal allowances and performance bonuses, with projected annual gross salaries ranging from approximately 5,734 euros to 20,915 euros, plus additional subsidies.

Entities

Mercadona · Vila Real · Algarve · Beja · Charneca da Caparica

Timeline

  1. [BUSINESS] 6 sources
    Mercadona announces new supermarket in Olhão for 2027

    Mercadona is expanding its Portuguese presence with a new supermarket in Olhão set to open in 2027, starting recruitment now.

  2. [BUSINESS] 2 sources
    Mercadona opens first Algarve store in Portimão

    Mercadona has opened its first store in the Algarve, located in Portimão, creating approximately 100 new jobs and marking the start of its expansion in southern Portugal.

  3. [BUSINESS] 3 sources
    Mercadona expands Portuguese presence with new stores

    Mercadona continues its Portuguese expansion, opening its first Algarve store in Portimão and announcing future locations in Faro and Pedrouços.

  4. [BUSINESS] 2 sources
    Gadis and Mercadona announce new supermarket expansions

    Gadis is opening a new supermarket in Villaquilambre, Spain, creating 40 jobs, while Mercadona begins recruitment for a planned 2027 store opening in Alfragide, Portugal.

  5. [BUSINESS] 3 sources
    Mercadona expands presence in Portugal with new stores and jobs

    Mercadona is expanding in Portugal, opening its first store in Vila Real with a 9.5 million euro investment and beginning recruitment for a new location in Charneca da Caparica.

  6. [BUSINESS] 5 sources
    Retailers Mercadona and Action expand presence in Portugal

    Retailers Mercadona and Action are expanding their presence in Portugal, with Mercadona opening its 76th store in Vila Real and Action launching a new location in Vialonga.

  7. [BUSINESS] 2 sources
    Mercadona expands Portuguese presence with new stores in Vila Real and Beja

    Mercadona continues its Portuguese expansion, opening new stores in Vila Real and Beja with significant investments and the creation of numerous permanent jobs.

  8. [BUSINESS] 6 sources
    Mercadona expands Portuguese presence with new Beja store

    Mercadona is expanding its Portuguese presence with a new store opening in Beja on September 3, part of a broader 2026 growth strategy targeting northern and southern regions.

  9. [BUSINESS] 4 sources
    Mercadona launches low-cost Portuguese-style prepared salad

    Mercadona has launched a Portuguese-style salad in its ready-to-eat range, using beans instead of potatoes and mayonnaise to offer a lighter, low-cost summer meal option.

Sources

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