Centra store and forecourt opens after £4m investment

By Laurence Kilgannon

18 Sep 2025,

A new Centra convenience store and petrol forecourt has opened in Portadown marking an investment of £4m. The store has created 50 jobs.

Located next to the Carn and Seagoe industrial estates, the new store boasts a hot deli and fresh salad and sandwich bar alongside extensive grab and go options.

It is owned by local Portadown family and experienced retailers, Eamonn, Peter and Andrew Wilson, who also own the SuperValu store on Garvaghy Road.

Peter Wilson, owner of Wilson’s Centra Carn, said: “With a wide range of everyday essentials, our own ready meal selection, and butchery range, we’re here to serve the needs of those who both live and work in the area. Whether it’s a quick bite, a family dinner, or the weekly shop, we’re committed to offering quality and convenience to the local community.”

The new store features the popular Frank and Honest coffee with three docks which include a range of coffees including iced as well and oat milk options.

The Wilsons were joined by Musgrave NI’s managing director Trevor Magill and retail sales director, David Higgins for the opening.

David Higgins, retail sales director at Musgrave Northern Ireland, said: “Musgrave has a long-standing relationship with the Wilson family through SuperValu Portadown, and we’re excited to further develop our partnership with the opening of Wilson’s Centra Carn.

“The new store will be an asset to the community, delivering convenience and great value across a wide variety of everyday products. The modern store is an excellent addition to our network and we wish the Wilson family the best of luck.”

Musgrave Northern Ireland, which operates SuperValu, Centra and MACE brands, supports the employment of more than 5,000 jobs, working with 250 local suppliers and investing in local communities, as well as in sustainability and affordability initiatives.