Co-op and EG On The Move grow franchise partnership with launch of two new roadside service stations with quality food convenience
11 December 2025
• Co-op and EG On The Move, a leading forecourt operator, expand successful franchise partnership launching two new roadside service stations with Co-op convenience stores, located in Moston (Chester) and Buchandyke (East Kilbride).
• The two sites opening today grow the Franchise partnership between Co-op and EG On The Move to 10 locations, following a successful trial together last year (2024).
• Today’s launches follow Co-op and EG On The Move also collaborating on forecourts launched earlier this year, following the conclusion of last year’s (2024) trial, with new sites opening in Needham Road, Stowmarket (July, 2025) and, Coney Way, Wyberton (September, 2025).
EG On The Move and Co-op grow their successful forecourt and convenience food franchise collaboration with two new sites launching today, creating a fuel and quality food destination in Moston (Chester) and Buchandyke (East Kilbride).
The re-developed Moston Service Station – opposite Chester Zoo - combines EG On The Move’s petrol forecourt with Co-op leading convenience retail. Known as EG On the Move, Moston, the site is located on Liverpool Road, Moston (near Chester). The 24-hour site includes six pumps (regular and super unleaded and diesel); four electric vehicle charging plus, air and vacuum. A Subway outlet also operates on the Moston site, and a free ATM provides access to cash.
(Photo: EG On the Move, Moston, with Co-op convenience)
Launching on the same day is a roadside service station in Buchandyke (East Kilbride). Known as Buchandyke Petrol Filling station, the site is located on Maxwelton Road. Opening between 6am-10pm, it includes three pump islands (six pumps in total) along with air and water.
(Photo: Buchandyke Petrol Filling station with Co-op convenience)
Co-op’s convenience stores – operated as a franchise - bring quality food and drink, deals, value and promotions to the forecourt- everything to refresh and ‘re-fuel’ motorists on the go or, provide food for later. Including self-service Costa (Moston) or Lavazza coffee (Buchandyke) ; bakery products; hot food; cold drinks, alongside a focus on quality fresh, chilled and healthy produce; meal deals; dairy; freshly prepared sandwiches; pizzas, ready meals; flowers; car care products and, everyday essentials.
Member price savings create additional value for Co-op members who can save more with personalised offers, deals and promotions and, lower prices on the products shoppers buy most.
Co-op is committed to backing British agriculture, and all of its own fresh and frozen dairy, meat and poultry is 100% British – including in its pies, sandwiches and ready meals.
The two sites expand the franchise partnership between Co-op and EG On The Move following the conclusion of a successful trial together last year (2024). In July (2025) Co-op and EG On The Move also collaborated on a new to market site on the A1308 Needham Road, and in September (2025) on a new site on The Quadrant, Coney Way, Wyberton.
Michael Hargreaves, Co-op Head of Forecourt Franchise, said: “We are thrilled to collaborate on the launch of two sites in a week. Both sites are focussed on meeting the fuel and food needs of motorists and those who live in the surrounding area - we are delighted to again partner with EG On The Move on the launch of these latest sites. Co-op stores have a focus on being a hub locally, delivering the quality, choice, value and added services which can be enjoyed by everyone, along with contributing to local life. We are focused on scaling our franchise business by sharing our convenience expertise with quality partners, and look forward to identifying more locations for joint growth with EG On The Move where we can create further compelling forecourt and convenience food sites together.”
Zuber Issa, CEO, EG On The Move, said: “We are focused on growing our network and delivering enhanced customer experiences that reflect the fuel and retail needs of those who travel or live nearby. We are delighted to collaborate with Co-op on our latest sites. We are focused on creating destinations sites, with strong food service and quality convenience retailing. We are committed to quality and innovation and we look forward to continuing to grow our successful relationship with Co-op to enhance the convenience store offer aligned to our forecourts and create a fuel and food destination.”
Co-op is one of the world’s largest consumer-owned co-operatives, with its history dating back more than 180 years. Co-op exists to create value for its membership and communities - including personalised offers, deals, promotions and, member price savings on the everyday items shoppers buy most. Co-op's 7m members own the business and play an intrinsic part in the governance of the organisation.
More information about the benefits of Co-op Membership, and being a member-owner, is available by visiting coop.co.uk/membership
For more information about Co-op's award-winning franchise business, visit coop.co.uk/franchise
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About EG On The Move
EG On The Move Ltd was part of EG Group but is now a subsidiary of EG Retail Services. EG On The Move is a leading petrol forecourt and convenience retailer based in the United Kingdom, operating an extensive network of stores that provide a comprehensive range of products and services including fuel, foodservice, grocery and merchandise. The company has carved out a niche in the retail sector by integrating traditional fuel services with modern convenience retailing, including electric vehicle (EV) charging stations.
About Co-op
Co-op Group is one of the world’s largest consumer co-operatives, operating across food retail, funerals, insurance and legal services. Owned by over 6.9 million active member-owners, Co-op exists to meet their needs and champion the causes they care about. With more than 2,300 food stores, 800 funeral homes and a wholesale business supplying around 8,000 additional outlets, Co-op employs 53,000 colleagues and generates annual revenues of over £11 billion. It is a recognised leader in ethical business and community-led programmes, creating long-term value for members and communities across the UK.
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