Metro Germany

Metro AG is a leading international food wholesaler headquartered in Düsseldorf, Germany. Founded in 1964, it operates primarily as a business-to-business wholesale company specializing in food and non-food products for professional customers like hotels, restaurants, catering companies, bars, cafés, canteens, small grocery stores, and kiosks. 

Metro AG manages a broad network of 623 stores and 94 dedicated depots across 21 countries as of early 2025, with 523 of these offering out-of-store delivery (OOS), mainly under the Metro and Makro brands. It also runs delivery businesses in 12 countries through specialized subsidiaries such as Metro Delivery Service, Aviludo, Classic Fine Foods, Caterite, Pro à Pro, Johan i Hallen & Bergfalk, and R Express.

The company focuses on the HoReCa (hotel, restaurant, catering) and Traders segments, targeting small and medium enterprises and sole traders. Metro’s business model emphasizes a multichannel approach combining physical wholesale stores (cash and carry) with robust e-commerce platforms, including Metro Markets, Europe's largest online marketplace tailored to professional customers. They also provide digital solutions under the DISH brand, which supports digital applications specifically for the hospitality sector. 

As of 2024-2025, Metro AG employs around 80,000 to 90,000 people worldwide, with a strong presence in Germany. The company recorded revenues estimated at 26 billion GBP (~30 billion euros), reflecting its significant scale in wholesale food distribution. Metro AG is publicly listed on the Frankfurt Stock Exchange but applied for delisting in April 2025.

Metro AG’s physical operations in Germany include cash and carry stores, warehouses, and distribution centers that ensure efficient supply chain and logistics capabilities. The company remains committed to innovation, sustainability, and providing comprehensive wholesale solutions adapted to the evolving needs of its professional customers across food, drink, and related categories.