First opening in Spilimbergo (PN) for the Arcaplanet Bricofer alliance
First opening in Spilimbergo (PN) for the Arcaplanet Bricofer alliance
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It began yesterday, 12 October, the joint venture between Arcaplanet and Bricofer, which, over the next 12 months, will see 15 new shops and 8 corners.
In this way, the queen of the pet market takes up residence at an equal number of outlets bearing the banners of the Pulcinelli family, from the eponymous one to Ottimax.
The first opening took place in Spilimbergo, in the province of Pordenone, marking the beginning of a strategic process that brings together two leaders in their respective sectors.
On the one hand, Bricofer’s experience in the home, garden and DIY sectors; on the other, Arcaplanet’s specialisation in the pet sector.
23 outlets in 12 months
The alliance, which had been announced shortly before the middle of last June, therefore just 4 months ago, will bring to full operation, upon the opening of 23 new outlets, the leading Italian retailer of food, accessories and services dedicated to pets.
The plan, according to what was also revealed during the summer, should continue with numerous other openings (the initial agreement referred to a target, by the end of 2027, of 120 retail locations).
Arcaplanet, controlled since December 2024 (the closing month) by the German group Fressnapf-Maxizoo (3,7 billion euros in turnover in 2025, up 2,5% on the previous year), achieved, again last year, turnover of 701,68 million euros, with a positive delta of ‘25/’24 of 3,7%.
Two acquisitions for Arcaplanet
Its network currently comprises more than 620 outlets, while, at the end of May 2026, the brand acquired 12 shops in Calabria under the Animal Store banner.
Even earlier, in November 2025, Arcaplanet stood out for the acquisition of 10 stores from three local chains, Hobby Zoo, Green Pet and Miele, present in the Veneto, Trentino and Marche regions.
Bricofer Group, for its part, exceeds 120 shops and 200 million in turnover and is the leading candidate to acquire the French chain Lapeyre. A highly significant operation that will also expand its focus beyond national borders.
This article was translated from the original Italian version with the assistance of artificial intelligence. In case of discrepancies, please refer to the original Italian version.
