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Yahoo
6 days ago
- Business
- Yahoo
Plans approved for new Aldi and Starbucks in Port Talbot
Long-term proposals to build a new Aldi and Starbucks Coffee shop on a vacant site in Aberavon have been approved by the local council. The development will take place on a plot of land known as Burrows Yard, a brownfield site near Port Talbot town centre between Afan Way, Water Street, and Isaac's Place. The plans for the residential area have been in the works since 2022, and were given the go-ahead by councillors at a planning committee meeting held in June 2025. They are now expected to transform the currently empty 12,135 square metre plot of land which has been described as being an eyesore by locals in recent years. The land was previously used in historical industry as the site of a former 19th century tin plate works, as well as more recently as a council yard and a petrol station. READ MORE: 'Huge explosion' heard across two counties as ground shakes and windows rattle READ MORE: 'My baby died after I was left alone by midwives in Welsh hospital' However, the approved proposals could now see the creation of a mixed use development with an Aldi food store built alongside a Starbucks coffee shop with a drive-through and customer parking. The application read: "The proposal seeks full planning permission to build a single-storey Aldi food store and a Starbucks A3 café unit with associated drive-thru, including customer parking and a service yard." The scheme will include 141 parking spaces once completed with eight for disabled users, nine for parents with children, and seven bicycle hoops for up to 11 bikes. It will also feature 18 electric vehicle charging points along with a new pedestrian access off Afan Way and a cycling route. A representative speaking on behalf of the applicant said the plans had received a largely positive response from the public during the consultation period, with the report noting 317 representations of support in contrast to three objections. They added that the development could also create over 40 jobs for local people, with a mixture of full-time and part-time positions expected. Additional jobs are also anticipated during the construction phase of the project. Local councillors in attendance welcomed the long-awaited plans which had been recommended by officers as they felt it could improve the area which was in need of development. They were later approved by members with conditions following a unanimous vote. For the latest Neath Port Talbot news sign up to our newsletter here.
Hype Malaysia
24-04-2025
- Business
- Hype Malaysia
200 New ZUS Coffee Outlets Set To Open Across Southeast Asia By End Of The Year
ZUS Coffee is growing bigger by the second! The local coffee chain brand has recently announced a massive 200-store expansion across Southeast Asia, thus cementing itself as the biggest coffee chain in Malaysia. Coffee shop operator Zuspresso Sdn, the company behind ZUS Coffee, plans to add at least 107 new outlets in Malaysia this year. Chief Operating Officer Venon Tian said the company also has plans to open around 80 new stores in the Philippines and 6 new stores in Singapore. In addition, Zuspresso is also looking to expand to Thailand and Indonesia, with plans to open its first store in those two countries within the year. If you're wondering, ZUS Coffee is now open in Malaysia, the Philippines, Singapore and Brunei. This new expansion plan comes after the company surpassed its competitor, Starbucks Coffee, to become Malaysia's largest coffee chain. ZUS Coffee currently operates 743 stores domestically, while Starbucks Coffee only operates 320. Internationally, ZUS has 120 stores in the Philippines, 4 in Singapore and 1 in Brunei. ZUS Coffee's success is also rather fast, given that the company launched its first store in November 2019. The brand also saw a significant jump in popularity in recent years, thanks to more Malaysians supporting local brands while boycotting foreign brands, including Starbucks Coffee. The latter, especially, has been facing hardships due to its alleged ties to Israel, and customers have been lamenting about its prices. Venom said ZUS Coffee's success is partly due to its menu of tailor-made flavours appealing to local tastes in each market, like palm sugar-flavoured drinks in Malaysia and purple yam-flavoured coffee in the Philippines. The company also gained traction for its promotional campaigns, including the recent capybara-theme Brownie Series. ZUS Coffee also has a merchandise line with products like bottles and plushies. With its creative marketing and delicious menu, it's no surprise that ZUS Coffee is ahead of the game. We can't wait to see what the future holds for this local brand! Source: MalayMail, The Straits Times
Yahoo
17-04-2025
- Business
- Yahoo
Old ballroom building could be turned into Starbucks drive-thru
A DERELICT building could be turned into a Starbucks Coffee drive-thru. EG On The Move Ltd wants to breathe new life into the former Ritz Ballroom on Bradford Road, Brighouse, and is currently seeking the public's views on its plans. The company has also released visuals of the proposed drive-thru. Another visual of the proposal (Image: EG On The Move Ltd) The Ritz Ballroom operated in the town for more than 80 years. The building was being run as Venue: 73 most recently - a live music space - but it closed amid the Covid-19 pandemic. A spokesperson for EG On The Move Ltd said: "Our proposals will comprise a new Starbucks Coffee drive-thru. "Before we submit our application, we are interested to hear from local people in order that their views can be considered in any design and application. "If you have any questions or comments (in favour or against), we would be delighted to hear from you. How the building currently looks (Image: Google Street View) "You can email the planning team on enquiries@ EG On The Move Ltd operates branches of prominent brands such as Starbucks, Cinnabon and Greggs. It also operates fuel forecourts and EV charging stations.
