INDIANAPOLIS — A popular east coast convenience store chain announced plans to bring at least 60 stores to the Hoosier State over the next 10 years as part of the company's expansion plans.
Wawa, a family-owned convenience store chain with locations in six states across the Atlantic region, shared more details of their Indiana expansion plans on Sept. 28. The company had already announced its plans to come to Indiana in 2022 but is now revealing where the new stores will be located.
The company said it has 16 sites under contract across the state, with plans for groundbreakings to begin mid-2024 before opening in mid-2025.
“We were thrilled to share our ‘flight plan’ for Indiana and reveal, for the very first time, our exciting expansion plans, renderings and more with our newest soon-to-be neighbors!” said Joe Collins, director of store operations for Wawa.
The company announced its plans during a Community Partnership event at the NCAA Headquarters and Museum in Indianapolis. According to Wawa, the company selected the event because they felt it was the best way to introduce itself into the community and allow the public to preview its expansion plans.
Wawa provided samples of its food for guests that attended the Community Partnership event as a way to preview what potential customers can expect when the first stores open in mid-2025. The company also announced donations of up to $10,000 were given to Riley Children's Hospital and Gleaner's Food Bank.