Orlen acquires 13 gas stations in Germany

PKN Orlen's subsidiary in Germany Orlen Deutschland has signed a deal with Germania Petrol for the takeover of 13 gas station operating under the SUN brand. Following the acquisition, the number of Orlen's stations in Germany will grow to 30 from 18. "The acquisition is an effective implementation of our announcement concerning potential acquisitions and development of the retail segment in a very demanding and well penetrated German market. The acquired gas stations, located in Berlin, operate in the budget segment and have a high sales potential," said Marek Podstawa, a board member of PKN Orlen.