07:46 AM EDT, 10/29/2024 (MT Newswires) -- Food retailer Metro (MRU.TO) on Tuesday said it has completed the nearly $1 billion modernization of its supply chain, with the inauguration of its automated distribution centre for fresh products in Toronto.

The modernization project, which launched in 2017, included investments in a new automated fresh and frozen distribution center in Terrebonne, Quebec, the expansion of the fresh produce distribution center in Laval, Quebec, and the construction of two new automated distribution centers in Toronto.

"Our new automated distribution centers as well as the expansion of one of our facilities represent a substantial investment in Metro's future," said President and Chief Executive Eric La Fleche. "The transformation of our supply chain will provide capacity for future growth and efficiency, strengthen our market position and generate new opportunities for our employees."