A particularly symbolic milestone marks 2026 for the Coral - Shell Licensee, as it coincides with the completion of 100 years of Shell's presence in Greece and the launch of the 100th station bearing the Shell brand outside Greek borders.
The new station, located in the city of Osijek, Croatia, opened to the public in mid-September and is the 100th retail point operating outside Greece under the management of the Motor Oil Group. It offers premium Shell V-Power fuels, as well as a comprehensive range of services that meet the needs of the modern driver, combining quality service with modern shopping and dining options. At the Shell Café, visitors can enjoy coffee, snacks, as well as gastronomic options bearing the signature of Mate Janković, one of Croatia's most recognizable chefs.
Kirki Kalantzi, General Manager of Coral - Shell Licensee, commented on the occasion of the milestone of the 100th station outside Greece: «This development confirms the dynamic international course of Coral - Shell Licensee, and the successful implementation of our growth strategy in Southeastern Europe. We remain committed to upgrading the customer experience, modern mobility services, and strengthening the presence of the Shell brand in the wider region». And she continued: «This milestone takes on even greater significance, as it coincides with a special year for us, as Shell completes 100 years of uninterrupted presence in Greece».
For his part, Erik Mano, Director of International Markets at Coral - Shell Licensee, stated: «Our goal is to continue strengthening the company's international footprint by investing in new growth opportunities and service points that create value for our customers. The 100th station is part of an extensive network that serves more than 40,000 consumers daily in 5 countries».
Coral - Shell Licensee has managed the Shell brand in Greece since 2010 and in recent years has successfully expanded its activity to five more countries in the region: Cyprus (42 stations), Croatia (37 stations), Serbia (12 stations), Albania (5 stations), and North Macedonia (4 stations). Today it continues to steadily expand its footprint in international markets, investing in modern infrastructure and services that meet the growing needs of consumers.