SPAR
SPAR, originally "DESPAR", styled as "DE SPAR", is a Dutch multinational franchise that provides branding, supplies and support services for independently owned and operated food retail stores. It was founded in the Netherlands in 1932, by Adriaan van Well. Its headquarters are in Amsterdam. By 2024, the group had 13,900 stores in 48 countries.
Project details
The first SPAR store was opened in the United Arab Emirates (UAE) in 2012 after SPAR International granted the SPAR licence to Abu Dhabi Co-operative Society (ADCOOPS), to develop the brand in this rapidly growing market.
SPAR UAE operates three SPAR formats: SPAR Hypermarket, SPAR Supermarket and SPAR Express. All stores have well developed fresh sections, demonstrating the intention to be ‘best in fresh’. The brand is performing strongly in the UAE, meeting the diverse needs of the multicultural society.

This project involved delivering a comprehensive and customized e-commerce, fulfillment, and last-mile technology solution for SPAR. Suppy provided a platform that not only met all functional and operational requirements but also reflected SPAR’s core values and brand identity. From the intuitive user interface and personalized customer experience to the seamless integration of back-office operations, the solution was fully tailored to support SPAR’s business goals and ensure a scalable digital presence across the region.

Beyond core functionalities, Suppy's solution emphasizes scalability, efficiency, and reliability—empowering SPAR to manage the entire e-commerce journey seamlessly, from product discovery to doorstep delivery. With robust backend systems, real-time inventory sync, and intelligent last-mile logistics, the platform is designed to optimize operations while elevating the customer experience. Suppy’s technology not only supports SPAR’s current needs but also positions them for continued growth in an increasingly digital retail landscape.
Suppy’s role in SPAR’s digital transformation reinforces its position as a key enabler of innovation in retail e-commerce, fulfillment, and last-mile delivery across regional and international markets.
"Our team did an outstanding job launching the SPAR UAE App. SPAR is a strategic partner of Suppy, and we’re excited to support their growth both regionally and internationally."
Jamil Kai
Chief Executive Officer, Suppy
