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K Group’s efforts to save energy yielding results: energy consumption down by 5% in October, investments in energy efficiency continue

Recent efforts to adjust store lighting, heating and refrigerating equipment reduced K Group’s energy consumption in October by 2.7 GWh, or 5%, compared to the year before. This is equal to the annual consumption of some 130 houses with electric heating, or to driving nearly 20 million kilometres with a small electric car. Energy renovations carried out when stores are remodelled have significant impact on energy efficiency. For example, by recycling heat waste, a K-Citymarket store can typically reduce its annual consumption of district heat by 40-60%.

19.12.2022 16:28

Kesko’s sales grew in November

Kesko Group's sales in November 2022 totalled €1,034.8 million, representing an increase of 5.5% in comparable terms.

15.12.2022 08:00

Kesko tops Dow Jones sustainability assessment – best European performer in its industry, third best globally

Kesko has been included in the esteemed Dow Jones Sustainability Indices the DJSI World and the DJSI Europe, as the best company in its industry in Europe. In the global DJSI World, Kesko ranked third highest in its industry. Companies were assessed for the indices on their climate efforts, sustainable selections, transparent supply chains, and occupational health and safety, among other criteria.

12.12.2022 14:00

Need for reorganisation launches change negotiations in Kesko’s Common Operations – workforce reductions estimated to impact 51 jobs at the most

The operating environment for the trading sector is currently subject to notable uncertainties, which have also had a strong impact on customer behaviour.

08.12.2022 13:30

The Ukraine bow is used to gather funds for supporting Ukrainian refugees in Finland

The K Group and the Mannerheim League for Child Welfare are working in cooperation to gather funds to support the Ukrainians in Finland. The funds from the Ukraine bows, which will be available for sale at the K grocery shops on 5 December, will be used for national support work that enables the Mannerheim League for Child Welfare to offer the Ukrainians food, security, and a community to call their own.

30.11.2022 09:00

Kesko initiates change negotiations in parts of its grocery trade business and in the K HR unit – workforce reductions estimated to impact 37 people

The operating environment for the trading sector is currently subject to various notable uncertainties due to, among other factors, the energy crisis in Europe, high inflation, and weakening economy. General uncertainty has also had a strong impact on customer behaviour, which has changed significantly during the year.

25.11.2022 12:00

Kesko’s sales grew in October

Kesko Group's sales totalled €1,039.0 million in October 2022, representing an increase of 6.0% in comparable terms.

14.11.2022 08:00

Kesko interim report for 1 Jan.- 30 Sept. 2022: Sales growth improved profit

27.10.2022 09:50

K Group and Wolt expand their cooperation for an efficient network for fast grocery deliveries across Finland

In a short time, K Group and the quick commerce pioneer Wolt have been able to establish an effective concept for fast grocery deliveries in Finland. 127 K-Market stores at 40 locations around Finland now offer fast deliveries in collaboration with Wolt, covering a range of as many as 5,000 grocery store products. There is great demand for fast grocery deliveries across the country, and by the end of this year, some 160 K-Market stores will be offering the service.

27.10.2022 09:45

Kesko’s sales grew in September

Kesko Group's sales in September 2022 totalled €1,086.1 million, representing an increase of 6.4% in comparable terms.

14.10.2022 08:00