Metro Austria

Metro Austria is a wholesaler which was established in 1971. Its headquarters is based in Vienna-Vosendorf Austria. Moreover, Metro Austria is owned by the German Multinational company, Metro AG. 

Currently, the business operates 12 wholesale stores nationwide with a total sales area of approximately 140,000 square metres. Moreover, Metro Austria manages an e-commerce platform as well. 

In the financial year 2020, Metro Austria achieved a turnover of € 845.6 million and employed around 2,100 people. 

Furthermore, the company offers more than 48,000 references in the following categories: 

• Savoury grocery: biscuits, canned goods, pasta, etc. 
• Sweet grocery: chocolates, jams, coffee, etc. 
• Chilled & fresh: meat, fruits, vegetables, etc. 
• Frozen: meat, seafood, ice creams, etc. 
• Dairy: milk, cheese, yoghurt, etc. 
• Drinks: juice, syrups, water, etc. 
• Wine & spirits: beers, wines, champagnes, etc. 
• Personal care: shampoo, body lotions, toothpaste, etc. 
• Household: detergents, toilet papers, disinfectants, etc. 

Brands such as Taft, Always, American Bud, Ashoka, Alnatura, Sinker and many more are endorsed by the company. 

It is noteworthy that the firm also offers organic, bio, vegetarian and vegan products for consumers with specific food needs. 

Moreover, the wholesaler developed its own brands under the following names (non-exhaustive list): 

• Metro Premium - This line includes products such as cheeses, olive oil, beef, etc…
• Rioba - Under this brand, products such as coffee and cakes are sold.
• Sigma - This brand is especially dedicated to office products.
• Tarrington House - It includes household products such as tablewares and home textiles.

In addition, the enterprise maintains the highest quality standards as it is certified by MSC, ASC, IFS, BOS and many others. 

Pertaining to its logistics solutions, the firm operates its own distribution centre and has an e-fleet of vehicles to manage its deliveries. 

Additionally, in 2021, Metro Austria acquired Rewe Group’s 9 wholesale stores and its delivery business as well. 

Concerning sustainability, the firm is committed to reduce its carbon footprints by providing more organic products on its shelves and conducting deliveries with its e-fleet as much as possible. 

The company’s online shop can be accessed on: https://shop.metro.at/