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Kroger Delivery Expands in Northern Colorado

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Thursday, September 21, 2023
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JOHNSTOWN, Colo., Sept. 21, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- The Kroger Co. (NYSE: KR) today announced the official opening of a new spoke in Johnstown, Colorado. The new facility will bring Kroger's vast selection of fresh items right to customers' doorsteps, including unique Our Brands products and favorite national brands, in addition to cost-saving offerings, making products even more affordable for Northern Colorado families.   

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  • Retailer opens new spoke serving Larimer County, Johnstown, Northern Colorado area
    JOHNSTOWN, Colo., Sept. 21, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- The Kroger Co. (NYSE: KR) today announced the official opening of a new spoke in Johnstown, Colorado.
  • "We look forward to connecting more customers in Northern Colorado to Kroger Delivery, which brings the freshest products including Our Brands , directly to customers' doors," said Rebekah Manis, Senior Director, Kroger Delivery Fulfillment Centers.
  • The approximately 57,000-square-foot spoke facility is located in Johnstown, Larimer County, Colorado and will work in conjunction with the Aurora, Colorado fulfillment center.
  • The expansion to the Northern Colorado area represents an extension of a collaboration between Kroger and Ocado Group, a world leader in technology for grocery e-commerce.

Kroger Delivery Expands in Kentucky

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Thursday, July 27, 2023
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INDEPENDENCE, Ky., July 27, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- The Kroger Co. (NYSE: KR) today announced the official opening of a new spoke in Independence, Kentucky. This facility opening means customers can tap into Kroger's incredible selection of fresh items, unique Our Brands products and favorite national brands, as well as individualized offers for the products most important to their families – all delivered directly to their door by a friendly, professional associate.  

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  • Zion, Northern Kentucky area
    INDEPENDENCE, Ky., July 27, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- The Kroger Co. (NYSE: KR) today announced the official opening of a new spoke in Independence, Kentucky.
  • "We are thrilled to expand our offerings to Northern Kentucky and connect more customers to the Kroger Delivery shopping experience, which brings thousands of digital coupons, valuable fuel points and the freshest products including Our Brands , directly to customers' doors," said Rebekah Manis, Senior Director, Kroger Delivery Fulfillment Centers.
  • "Our customers are actively looking for ways to save, and Kroger Delivery offers a fresh, affordable and personalized shopping experience with zero-compromise on affordability, selection and convenience.
  • The expansion to the Kentucky area represents an extension of a collaboration between Kroger and Ocado Group, a world leader in technology for grocery e-commerce.

Kroger Delivery Expands to Austin, Texas

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Thursday, March 30, 2023
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AUSTIN, Texas, March 30, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- The Kroger Co. (NYSE: KR), America's grocer, today announced the official opening of a new spoke in Austin, Texas. This facility opening means customers can tap into Kroger's incredible selection of fresh items, unique Our Brands products and favorite national brands, as well as individualized offers for the groceries most important to their families – all delivered directly to their door by a friendly, professional associate. Kroger was joined by the local community to officially open the spoke and to celebrate its new associates.

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  • AUSTIN, Texas, March 30, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- The Kroger Co. (NYSE: KR), America's grocer, today announced the official opening of a new spoke in Austin, Texas.
  • "Austin is one of the fastest-growing cities in the country, and we are thrilled to connect more customers to the Kroger Delivery shopping experience, which brings thousands of digital coupons, valuable fuel points and the freshest products directly to customers' doors," said Rebekah Manis, Senior Director, Kroger Delivery Fulfillment Centers.
  • Austin customers can get more value when purchasing their favorite items using Boost by Kroger Plus , the annual grocery delivery membership that can save customers up to $1,000 per year on fuel and grocery delivery.
  • Kroger Delivery CFCs, powered by Ocado Group have achieved a significant step up in geographical penetration and in customer satisfaction.

Kroger Delivery Arrives in Denver Metro Area

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Tuesday, March 21, 2023
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DENVER, March 21, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- The Kroger Co. (NYSE: KR), America's grocer, today announced its Customer Fulfillment Center (CFC) in Aurora, CO is open. This facility expands access to fresh, affordable food and provides more than 200 new associates with opportunities to grow their careers. Customers across the region can order Kroger's fresh produce and trend-setting Our Brands products to be delivered directly to their doors by a friendly associate.

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  • "Kroger Delivery, proudly serving King Soopers and City Market, will connect more Coloradans to a convenient shopping experience," said Rebekah Manis, Senior Director, Kroger Delivery Fulfillment Centers.
  • Kroger Delivery uses cutting-edge technology, temperature-controlled vans and efficiently optimized delivery routes to ensure only the freshest products are delivered to customers' homes.
  • "We're proud to bring Ocado's technology to Aurora, and to help launch a service that will power world-class customer experiences for Kroger Delivery shoppers in the Denver Metro Area," said Mark Bentley, President, Americas for Ocado Solutions.
  • Kroger is bringing these benefits to the Denver Metro area with the Aurora CFC, and to more U.S. markets.

Kroger Delivery Expands to South Florida

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Wednesday, February 1, 2023
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MIAMI, Feb. 1, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- The Kroger Co. (NYSE: KR), America's grocer, today announced the opening of a new spoke facility in South Florida. Joined by the local community, Kroger celebrated the expansion of the delivery service and welcomed 90 new associates. This facility opening means customers can access Kroger's incredible selection of fresh items, unique Our Brands products and favorite national brands, as well as individualized offers for the groceries most important to their families – all delivered directly to their door by a friendly, professional Kroger associate.

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  • Grocer opens new spoke also serving Miami, Florida and surrounding areas -- celebrates 90 new associates
    MIAMI, Feb. 1, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- The Kroger Co. (NYSE: KR), America's grocer, today announced the opening of a new spoke facility in South Florida.
  • Joined by the local community, Kroger celebrated the expansion of the delivery service and welcomed 90 new associates.
  • The expansion to South Florida, including Miami represents an extension of a collaboration between Kroger and Ocado Group, a world leader in technology for grocery e-commerce.
  • *Customers in Jacksonville, Miami and Tampa can order fresh groceries for delivery at Kroger.com or on the Kroger app, set up a Kroger loyalty account, and earn points to save on fuel at participating Shell stations.

Kroger Delivery Arrives in Greater Detroit

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Tuesday, October 18, 2022
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ROMULUS, Mich., Oct. 18, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- The Kroger Co. (NYSE: KR), America's largest grocery retailer, today announced the official opening of its newest Customer Fulfillment Center (CFC) in Romulus, Michigan. Powered by the Ocado Group (LSE: OCDO), the CFC will leverage advanced robotics technology and creative solutions to redefine the customer experience for customers in the greater Detroit area.

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  • "Kroger has served customers in the state of Michigan for more than a century and we are thrilled to bring Kroger Delivery to greater Detroit," said Bill Bennett, Kroger Vice President, and Head of E-commerce.
  • From the refrigerated trucks, to the trained and uniformed drivers, to the white glove delivery experience at the door, Kroger Delivery brings that same zero compromise experience to a new delivery option for customers.
  • Establishing an unmatched standard for grocery delivery, Kroger Delivery utilizes cutting-edge technology to shop and transport groceries.
  • From temperature-controlled vans and machine learning algorithms that optimize delivery routes, orders are delivered to customers' doorsteps by trained Kroger associates ensuring a best-in-class delivery experience.

Kroger Delivery Expands to Birmingham, Alabama

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Friday, September 16, 2022
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BIRMINGHAM, Ala., Sept. 16, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- The Kroger Co. (NYSE: KR), America's largest grocery retailer, today announced the official opening of a new spoke in Birmingham, Alabama. Serving as a last-mile cross-dock location, the new spoke will operate as a seamless extension of the regional fulfillment center in Atlanta, making Kroger Delivery available to more customers in the greater Birmingham area. Kroger was joined by the local community to officially open the spoke and celebrate the new associates.

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  • Kroger was joined by the local community to officially open the spoke and celebrate the new associates.
  • "Kroger Delivery starts by bringing the shopping experience to wherever our customers are, whether they are using the Kroger app or browsing our weekly ad at Kroger.com.
  • Local shoppers also have access to the newly launched Boost by Kroger annual membership program.
  • Kroger estimates the membership can save customers more than $1,000 per year on fuel and grocery delivery.

Kroger Delivery Now Available in Greater Nashville and Chicago Metro Area

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Tuesday, August 23, 2022
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CINCINNATI, Aug. 23, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- The Kroger Co. (NYSE: KR), America's largest grocery retailer, today announced the official opening of two new spoke facilities in Greater Nashville and the Chicago Metro Area. Serving as last-mile cross-dock locations, the new spokes will operate as a seamless extension of regional fulfillment centers, making Kroger Delivery available to more customers in Tennessee and Illinois. 

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  • CINCINNATI, Aug. 23, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- The Kroger Co. (NYSE: KR), America's largest grocery retailer, today announced the official opening of two new spoke facilities in Greater Nashville and the Chicago Metro Area.
  • "Kroger Delivery promises an unparalleled shopping and delivery experience, making fresh just one click away at Kroger.com or the Kroger app," said Bill Bennett, Kroger Vice President and Head of E-commerce.
  • Kroger Delivery orders are brought to customers in our branded delivery trucks and delivered to their doorstep by our trained and uniformed associatesall with zero compromise."
  • The expansion in Greater Nashville and the Chicago Metro Area represents an extension of a partnership between Kroger and Ocado Group, a world leader in technology for grocery e-commerce.

Kroger Delivery Arrives in Louisville

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Tuesday, August 2, 2022
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LOUISVILLE, Ky., Aug. 2, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- The Kroger Co. (NYSE: KR), America's largest grocery retailer, today announced the official opening of a new spoke location in Louisville, Kentucky. The 50,000 square-foot facility will collaborate with the Customer Fulfillment Center (CFC) in Monroe, Ohio and will serve as a last-mile cross-dock location that expands Kroger Delivery's ability to serve more customers in the Greater Louisville area.

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  • Kroger opens doors to brand new spoke facility in Louisville, Kentucky
    LOUISVILLE, Ky., Aug. 2, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- The Kroger Co. (NYSE: KR), America's largest grocery retailer, today announced the official opening of a new spoke location in Louisville, Kentucky.
  • "Kroger Delivery is part of our rapidly expanding seamless ecosystem that provides customers with fresh and quality products anytime and anywhere," said Bill Bennett, Kroger Vice President and Head of E-commerce.
  • Customers will enjoy receiving their orders directly from our refrigerated trucks and delivered by trained Kroger uniformed associates, giving customers an unparalleled first-class delivery experience."
  • The expansion in Louisville represents an extension of a partnership between Kroger and Ocado, a world leader in technology for grocery e-commerce.

Kroger Fulfillment Network Expands to Greater Nashville Region and Chicago Metro Area

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Thursday, July 14, 2022
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Working in conjunction with nearby fulfillment centers, Kroger Delivery will now reach customers in Greater Nashville and the Chicago Metro Area.

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  • Working in conjunction with nearby fulfillment centers, Kroger Delivery will now reach customers in Greater Nashville and the Chicago Metro Area.
  • "Tennessee Valley Authority (TVA) and Nashville Electric Service congratulate Kroger on its decision to locate operations in Nashville," said John Bradley, TVA senior vice president.
  • The expansion to Greater Nashville and the Chicago Metro Area represents an extension of a partnership between Kroger and Ocado Group, a world leader in technology for grocery e-commerce.
  • Kroger currently operates customer fulfillment centers in Monroe, OH, Groveland, FL, Forest Park, GA (Atlanta), Pleasant Prairie, WI and Dallas, TX.