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Babasons
Babasons W.L.L., operating primarily under the Mega Mart and Macro Mart brands, is a leading supermarket chain in Bahrain. Established in 1993 and backed by the international T. Choithram and Sons group, it has grown to become the largest chain of supermarkets in the Kingdom, with 8 major Mega Mart outlets and 2 Macro Mart stores, totaling around 10-14 locations strategically placed across areas such as Galali, Hamad Town, Juffair, Lulu Center, Muharraq, Riffa, Salmaniya, Saar, and Segaya.
The company serves as an importer, retailer, and online store, offering a diverse range of **FMCG products** focused on food, beverages, and related categories. Its product assortment includes confectionery & snacks, dairy products, frozen foods, fruits & vegetables, gourmet items, grains, juices, soft drinks & water, meat products, olive oil & vinegar, organic & health foods, pasta & noodles, pet food, and tea & coffee. Babasons emphasizes fresh produce, bakery items, top-quality meats and cheeses, ready-meals, and popular international brands like Tesco products, alongside exclusive distributions for brands such as Capillano honey, Bikaji, Frito-Lays, Parlé, and Shan.
With conveniently located stores supported by an extensive warehouse featuring massive freezer capacity and a fleet of delivery vehicles, Babasons ensures prompt distribution and product availability kingdom-wide. The chain is known for competitive prices, diverse selection blending local and international brands, easy navigation, friendly service, and home delivery options via platforms like Good Taste, enhancing customer satisfaction.
As part of the T. Choithram network—originating in 1944 in Sierra Leone and expanded across the Gulf—Babasons contributes to Bahrain's retail landscape by providing prime product displays, promotional facilities, and consumer insights for brand partners. Its operations cater to daily family needs in groceries while extending to household essentials, making it a trusted destination for quality shopping.
- Key strengths: Strong supply chain, exclusive brand partnerships, and multi-channel retailing (physical stores + online).
- Locations support below-the-line marketing, product launches, and surveys for effective brand strategies.
Headquarters
Muharraq, Bahrain
Phone number
Facts and figures
10 to 49
Stores worldwide
Turnover
Global workforce