The OLDI hardware and home improvement store in Zhytomyr, located at 9 Vitruka Street, has temporarily suspended customer service. The reason for the shutdown is the aftermath of a Russian attack on the city. This was reported by RBC-Ukraine, citing an official statement from the retail chain itself. According to the company, no one was injured in the incident, and both staff and visitors escaped harm.
Circumstances of the Suspension
Currently, according to representatives of the chain, the company is focused on restoring the retail facility and preparing for the resumption of operations. OLDI representatives have not yet named a specific opening date for customers, limiting themselves to a promise to announce it additionally as soon as possible. Thus, the exact timeframe for returning to normal operations remains uncertain at the time of publication.
History and Development of the OLDI Chain
The Trading and Construction House OLDI was founded in 1994. At the initial stage, its activities focused on the import and sale of flooring, related materials, and construction chemicals. The transition to a retail chain format took place in 2004 when the company began developing DIY (do-it-yourself) building hypermarkets. Over time, stores of the chain opened in various regions of Ukraine, including Zhytomyr, Donetsk, and Dnipro.
DIY Format and Assortment
The assortment of OLDI stores covers a wide range of goods for construction and repair, finishing materials, as well as tableware and recreation goods. This product mix is typical for DIY hypermarkets, where customers can independently choose materials and tools to perform work. The storefronts and adjacent area of the Zhytomyr store, as seen from the building's exterior, are traditionally stocked with samples of roofing and finishing materials, which corresponds to the chain's specialized profile.
Context of Strikes on Enterprises
The suspension of the Zhytomyr OLDI hypermarket fits into a broader context of damage inflicted by Russian strikes on enterprises and infrastructure facilities in various regions of Ukraine. In particular, it was previously reported that the 2K household chemicals manufacturing plant in Khmelnytskyi was destroyed, with operations also brought to a halt. These cases demonstrate that the consequences of attacks affect not only industrial but also retail facilities, forcing companies to temporarily cease operations and engage in restoration.
