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Oncost
Oncost is Kuwait's leading family grocer, operating a portfolio of 23 stores across various formats including wholesale, retail, and express.ONCOST Cash & Carry, the first and only cash and carry concept in the country, forms a key part of its offerings, providing wholesale shopping experiences for HORECA customers, professional businesses, and large households.
The company has pursued an aggressive expansion strategy, rapidly increasing its footprint in the Kuwaiti market. Notable developments include the acquisition of Gulfmart Supermarket, integrating it into its operations with the corporate office located at Gulfmart Supermarket in Shuwaikh Industrial Area -3, Block D, Mohammed Bin Al Qassim Street, Building 160, 1st Floor.
Oncost stores feature modern environments with high standards of cleanliness, hygiene, and trained staff. They offer competitive pricing by unit and wholesale carton prices, delivering substantial savings on large-volume purchases of popular products, particularly in food, beverages, and household essentials.
- Cash and Carry stores: Specialize in bulk purchasing with unparalleled assortment under one roof, attracting both commercial and household customers. The third branch opened in Fahaheel's Industrial Area in 2016, opposite Mina Al Ahmadi Refinery, with hours from 6:30am to 11:00pm.
- Retail and Express formats: Serve family grocery needs as the leading provider in Kuwait.
With its corporate office in Hawalli and a strong presence nationwide, Oncost emphasizes customer support and market adaptation, positioning itself as a flexible partner for suppliers in the FMCG sector, especially food, drinks, and related categories.
Commercial status
This company is operating normally and looking for new clients
(Last updated on Feb 08th 2026)
Headquarters
Shuwaikh Industrial, Kuwait
Phone number
Facts and figures
10 to 49
Stores worldwide
Turnover
Global workforce