Network Rail has leased more than 3,755 sq ft of retail space across five railway stations to independent greeting card retailer Postmark.
Postmark is opening stores at London King’s Cross, London Bridge, London Waterloo, Birmingham New Street and London Victoria. The family-run brand opened its first store in Balham, South West London, in 2004 and has since added five more stores in London.
Hamish Kiernan, commercial director, property, for Network Rail said: “There is still strong customer appetite for a premium card and stationery operator and Postmark has been an excellent addition to our retail mix. With Postmark making its debut in travel hubs, the opportunity to work with a successful independent brand ensures our destinations continue to deliver a refreshed and engaging offer for customers. This is an essential part of our retail strategy.”
Mark Janson-Smith, director at Postmark, added: “Opening five retail units in six weeks was always going to be an ambitious plan, particularly given it was our first time working within a station environment, so we feel incredibly proud of our team and all the hard work they have put into achieving this goal.
“Throughout the process, from pitching to inducting our colleagues, the support and guidance we’ve received from the Network Rail team has been instrumental in achieving a successful launch and initial trading period. We have been pleased by the reaction from customers, especially in Birmingham, outside of our London home catchment.”
