Epta and Silpo inaugurate two themed supermarkets in Ukraine

MILAN, Italy, 10 December 2025: Epta, a company in the commercial refrigeration sector, said it has supplied the refrigerated departments for two newly inaugurated supermarkets operated by the Silpo brand, part of the Fozzy Group retail organisation which counts more than 250 stores across Ukraine.

Making the announcement through a press release, Epta said Silpo is known for developing stores with distinct thematic design concepts for each location. Epta said the new supermarkets in Lviv and Vyshneve reflect this approach, with Epta stating that the Lviv store is inspired by the history of cyberculture and that the Vyshneve branch takes its theme from the world of financial markets.

According to Epta, the 1,500 m² layouts incorporate visual design intended to create an immersive experience built around tracing technological evolution. Epta said that in the first store this ranges from the earliest computers to the competitive world of online gaming, while in the second store it spans the paper-based era of Wall Street to the contemporary realm of cryptocurrencies. The company added that the interior design is developed using decorative schemes and themed scenographic elements, such as checkout counters resembling microchips, departments inspired by servers or areas evoking a modern stock exchange, combined with Costan’s refrigeration solutions.

Epta said that, supported by its preservation technologies, Silpo’s strategy focuses on experiential store design and product quality with the aim of enhancing the customer experience and fostering loyalty. Epta added that the functional versatility and aesthetic layout of its solutions ensures alignment with each store’s display concept, with Epta stating that this transforms them into an authentic design feature.

For both locations, Epta said it designed configured combinations of self-service refrigerated units and traditional serve-over counters to create an orderly flow that guides customers through the departments while enhancing product presentation. The company added that the interplay between vertical and horizontal models ensures a clear and coherent display of the assortment in line with the established sales format.

Epta said it outfitted all refrigerated departments in both stores and selected specific models for the Fresh Produce section, which Epta described as a key differentiator in customer choice of store, with the units customised in materials and colours.

Epta said the selection includes Costan’s GranFit range, noting that the GranValdaj semi-vertical cabinets operate at positive temperatures and are presented by Epta as ideal for enhancing the visibility and profitability of high-margin pre-packaged products.

Epta said the selection also includes Costan’s OutFit line of traditional counters named Velvet, which Epta said feature high load capacity, an upgraded display surface and optimal ergonomics. Epta added that these units are designed for the preservation of meat cuts, cold cuts and dairy products, and said the lightweight and transparent structure showcases the local gastronomic offer.

Additionally, the company added that the Vyshneve store includes the Fresh Produce area and the OutFit range self-service refrigerated unit, Silk, which Epta said offers a balance between display volume and floor footprint along with a complementary panoramic island dedicated to promotional sales.

Taras Nikolaienko, Director, Centralised Procurement, Silpo, said: “The installation of transcritical CO₂ systems, with ducted remote units, has also enabled significant energy savings, crucial in the Ukrainian context, which is marked by recurring energy crises. This is particularly important considering that the Lviv store serves as a true resilience point for the community in the event of power outages, offering free Wi-Fi and charging stations, in line with the brand’s Customer Intimacy strategies.”

Lviv store

Vyshneve store