THE Costa Coffee announced this Thursday (26) that it intends to expand its presence in the drive-thru format in the United Kingdom, with the goal of opening up to 40 new units of this type throughout 2026. The plan follows an important milestone for the company: the opening of its 400th store with this service model.
As part of this strategy, the chain recently opened a new drive-thru location at Norwich Broadway Enterprise Park. This format has gained prominence within the company's portfolio, reflecting changes in consumer behavior.
According to Nick Ridley, director of real estate and retail development for the brand, the growth of this segment is directly linked to the search for convenience. For many customers, the possibility of buying coffee on the way to work, during the commute to school, or while traveling has become a significant advantage.
Currently, Costa Coffee has more than 2,800 locations in the United Kingdom. Alongside its expansion plan, the company has also been investing in modernizing its operations: in the last year, more than 110 street-level stores were renovated, in addition to more than 100 units located in shopping malls and commercial parks.
Since opening its first drive-thru in the country in 2011, the chain believes there is still ample room for growth in this model. The company continues to seek new locations and strategic partnerships to enable future openings.
This text was translated by machine from Brazilian Portuguese.