Dive Brief:
- Maverik has begun construction on its first store in Montana, which will be the convenience retailer’s 13th state of operation, a company spokesperson confirmed via email.
- The 5,951-square-foot store will be located at 3196 Colonial Drive in Helena — about 100 miles northwest of Bozeman — and is expected to open in the first quarter of 2024, the spokesperson said.
- Maverik’s expansion into Montana continues the retailer’s rapid growth in the Midwest and Rocky Mountain regions, coming off its agreement to acquire Kum & Go’s 400-plus store network in April.
Dive Insight:
According to Helena city records, Maverik is spending over $4.9 million to build the store. Once built, it will be one of Maverik’s largest sites in its network, with most of its other locations spanning between 3,300 and 5,900 square-feet, the spokesperson noted.
Elizabeth Sorenson, permitting project manager for Maverik, is working with the city of Helena on the new site, according to records.
“Maverik is always looking to enter and consider expanding in areas where customers have unmet needs for fueling, great food, and adventure,” the spokesperson said.
The forecourt will feature 15 fuel pumps, according to a report from The Helena Independent Record. Additionally, it will feature an RV dump, RV lanes and picnic tables outside the building, the spokesperson said.
Inside the store, customers will be able to purchase Maverik’s signature BonFire food items, including burritos, sandwiches, pizzas, salads, and more, which are made fresh in every store. The store will also feature Maverik’s newest bean-to-cup coffee program, featuring various blends along with fresh-made pastries.
The Montana location will be open 24 hours a day, seven days a week, 365 days a year, the spokesperson said.
Salt Lake City, Utah-based Maverik operates more than 400 c-stores across Arizona, California, Colorado, Idaho, New Mexico, Nebraska, Nevada, Oregon, South Dakota, Utah, Washington and Wyoming.
