Core Innovations, a subsidiary of Motor Oil Group, has acquired the leading specialty coffee company, Taresso Artisan Coffee Roasters, achieving vertical integration of the coffee business and strengthening expertise across the entire coffee value chain.

According to a statement, Taresso was created in 2014, providing expertise in premium coffee production. It has strong links with coffee farmers to supply green coffee, providing a guarantee of quality, traceability and sustainability. According to the most recent ICAP report, it has the 2nd highest turnover growth rate among companies in the same industry. It currently has two stores on Kolonaki and Kifissias Avenue.

The company operates a modern production facility in Korinthos and has offices and warehouses in Athens and Thessaloniki, as well as a significant network of partners in Greece. It offers a wide variety of specialty coffee products and accessories and provides its partners with full equipment to introduce consumers to the specialty coffee category.

Taresso participates in the HORECA 2025 exhibition and is a Gold Sponsor in the Official Coffee Championships of the Specialty Coffee Association (SCA), the non-profit organization that represents thousands of professionals active in the coffee industry.

This acquisition reinforces Core Innovations' vision of becoming a leader in the retail industry through continued innovation, operational excellence and commitment to sustainability. It aims to redefine convenience by seamlessly connecting physical and digital channels as part of its new Convenience Stores ecosystem. In doing so, it aims to make everyday life easier with a variety of smarter, faster and more affordable solutions.

The Motor Oil Group's growth and diversification strategy continues in new sectors, including the retail sector. In this way, the Group remains committed to providing new solutions, adding value to the consumer.