Supermarkets prepare goods to cope with storm No. 10

Faced with the complicated developments of storm No. 10, many large supermarket chains in Hanoi have implemented plans to ensure the supply of essential goods.

MM Mega Market system ensures adequate supply of goods. Photo: Thanh Hai

A representative of the MM Mega Market Vietnam system said that the centers in the areas directly affected by the storm such as MM Mega Market Vinh, Depot Thanh Hoa and Depot Dong Hoi (formerly Quang Binh ) and in the areas indirectly affected are all fully prepared with goods and human resources. Essential items such as dry food, drinks, vegetables, fruits, meat and fish... are prioritized to ensure timely supply to the people. At MM Mega Market Vinh, the supply of goods is still stable.

"Fresh goods such as vegetables, meat and fish are imported in larger quantities than usual to meet people's needs. We have also applied safety measures such as reinforcing facilities, increasing electrical system inspections, preventing flooding and rearranging goods in high areas to avoid being affected by storms and rains," said a representative of the MM Mega Market Vietnam system.

According to Mr. Vo Tran Ngoc, Sales Director of Saigon Co.op , at supermarkets and points of sale located in areas affected by the storm, the supply of essential goods such as instant noodles, instant food, liquid milk, bread, etc. has been increased by 2-3 times the normal level. In addition, on the night of September 27, Southern goods hubs also increased the number of trucks to support the Central region and from Hanoi also transported more vegetables, chicken, etc. to this storm area.

"We had scenarios in advance to ensure everything was stable before the storm hit. In addition to increasing the amount of reserves in warehouses in the provinces in the eye of the storm, we also stocked goods in neighboring provinces to be able to provide support when needed," said Mr. Vo Tran Ngoc.

Many retail systems also affirm that they are very confident in the supply of processed foods, dried foods, and frozen foods because they can be stored for a long time and easily increased when needed.

The Co.opmart and Co.op Food systems in the North have increased their stock of essential goods by 2-3 times compared to normal days. Goods focus on rice, instant noodles, eggs, meat, vegetables, spices, drinking water, hygiene products and emergency response items.

Ms. Nguyen Thi Kim Dung, Director of Co.opmart Hanoi supermarket, said that 800 Co.opmart and Co.op Food points of sale have become satellite warehouses, closely coordinating with the distribution center to regulate goods sources in a timely manner.

Similarly, Ms. Nguyen Thi Bich Van, Communications Director of Central Retail Vietnam Group, said that the GO! and Tops Market chains ensure sufficient supply of essential food at stable prices, without worrying about shortages or price hikes, along with many promotional programs to support purchasing power.

Meanwhile, a representative of Lotte Mart said that one of the supermarkets expected to be in the area affected by storm No. 10, Lotte Mart in Nghe An, has proactively removed billboards, banners and cut down and trimmed trees around the supermarket area to ensure safety for shoppers.

In recent days, customers have tended to buy more essential products to stock up on food before storm No. 10, the number of customers has increased by about 15% compared to normal days. Therefore, Lotte Mart in Nghe An has cooperated closely with suppliers to increase the amount of goods by 4-5 times compared to usual for vegetables, meat, fish, instant noodles...

Source: https://hanoimoi.vn/sieu-thi-san-sang-nguon-hang-ung-pho-bao-so-10-717591.html