The beloved local shop has gotten the ultimate award for their service to their community
Henaghan’s SuperValu of Glenamaddy took the national prize for 2026(Image: Sally MacMonagle)
Heneghan’s SuperValu in Glenamaddy, Co Galway has scooped the coveted Best Small SuperValu Store Award for 2026 at this year’s SuperValu National Conference, which took place at The Great Southern Hotel in Killarney, Co Kerry.
The shop was shortlisted alongside other finalist stores from across the country.
In what proved a fiercely contested category, Heneghan’s SuperValu Glenamaddy was hailed for its “unwavering high standards, robust food leadership and firmly established ties to the local community”.
The accolade acknowledges the exceptional performance delivered by the team at Heneghan’s SuperValu Glenamaddy across crucial areas including fresh food excellence, quality and food leadership, people management and community engagement.
The shop received particular praise for providing a first-rate shopping experience whilst maintaining a strong emphasis on local employment, customer relationships and backing for local suppliers and community initiatives.
Accepting the accolade, Martina Gibbons paid tribute to their committed staff and the continued backing of the shop’s faithful customers: “We are incredibly proud to be named Best Small SuperValu Store for 2026.
“This award means so much to our entire team, who bring energy, commitment and pride to their roles every single day. As a locally owned and operated store, we place huge importance on building genuine relationships with our customers and being an active part of the Glenamaddy community.
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“From the quality of our fresh food offering to the service we provide on the shop floor, everything we do is about delivering the very best experience for the people who support us week in, week out. I would like to sincerely thank our colleagues, our customers and the wider community for their continued loyalty and support.”
Speaking at the awards ceremony, Luke Hanlon, Managing Director of SuperValu, remarked: “SuperValu has never been just a brand – it is a movement of independent retail entrepreneurs serving their communities with passion and purpose.
“Year after year, our retail partners deliver world-class standards, driven by their deep understanding of their customers at a truly local level. I would like to warmly congratulate Heneghan’s SuperValu Glenamaddy on this outstanding achievement.
“Their commitment to quality food, exceptional service and community leadership truly embodies what SuperValu stands for. It is stores like this that bring our independent retail model to life in communities across the country.”
What distinguishes SuperValu is the dedication and enthusiasm of our retail partners and the vital role they fulfil in creating local employment opportunities, backing local suppliers and contributing to stronger communities throughout Ireland.
“Each year, these awards highlight that dedication and the exceptional standards being maintained in SuperValu stores across the nation.”
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