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Ultrafast Grocer Buyk Rolls Out Private Label, Signs Exclusive Partnership with Pat Lafrieda

Retrieved on: 
Tuesday, January 18, 2022

The initial private label products were introduced in December 2021, while new private label products are being added on a weekly basis.

Key Points: 
  • The initial private label products were introduced in December 2021, while new private label products are being added on a weekly basis.
  • The company aims for private label products to account for up to 40% of its product mix by the end of 2022.
  • In addition to its private label line, Buyk has also secured an exclusive partnership with renowned national butcher Pat Lafrieda.
  • James Walker, Chief Executive Officer at Buyk, commented: We are thrilled to be the first among US ultrafast grocers to launch private label goods.

Ultrafast Grocery Delivery Service Buyk Expands to Chicago, Targets Rapid Expansion Across US in 2022

Retrieved on: 
Wednesday, December 29, 2021

In Chicago the service will initially cover the Wicker Park, Bucktown, Old Irving Park, Ravenswood, Sheffield Neighbors, and Logan Square neighborhoods.

Key Points: 
  • In Chicago the service will initially cover the Wicker Park, Bucktown, Old Irving Park, Ravenswood, Sheffield Neighbors, and Logan Square neighborhoods.
  • Buyk plans to open another 14 dark stores in Chicago by the end of Q122.
  • Buyk also aims to further expand its in-app offering to include a broad selection of Chicagos local favorites.
  • Since officially launching in New York City in the fall, Buyk has become the key player in the ultrafast delivery space in record time.