On May 23 of this year, as part of the top! store network's development strategy, the fourth new top! store of the year is opening its doors – in Saldus, at 3 Tūristu Street. The store's retail space is 590 m², with an investment of over €200,000, and a total of 11 jobs have been created. The project developer is the local company SIA Mārksmens, one of the members of the top! store network.
The new top! store in Saldus is a significant step in the company’s development in the Kurzeme region and will offer customers a wide range of goods – including popular brand-name products, Latvian-made goods, and freshly baked pastries on-site. A special place in the store’s assortment will be given to “locally made by top!” confectionery and culinary products, prepared with care and love by local chefs.
“We are pleased to open a new top! store in Saldus – a place where we see a stable demand for a modern and diverse shopping offer. Our goal is to be closer to our customers across Latvia by providing an optimal and tailored assortment, quality in everything we do, and, of course, a pleasant shopping experience. The residents of Saldus deserve a modern, accessible, and local store – and we are truly happy to be able to offer it,” says Ilze Priedīte, Member of the Board and Marketing Director of the top! store network.
The store has been designed with an emphasis on sustainability and energy efficiency – it is equipped with new energy-efficient devices and LED lighting. For customer convenience, both standard and self-service checkouts are available, as well as a convenient parking lot next to the store.
In celebration of the store's opening, special discounts will be offered to all visitors on May 23, while the first customers will receive shopping bags as a gift, and children will get balloons.
Loyal customers with the "my top! card" will have access to special daily offers tailored to the needs of the shoppers.
Store hours
Monday–Saturday: 08:00–22:00
Sunday: 09:00–20:00
About the project implementer SIA Mārksmens
SIA "Mārksmens", founded in 1997, is a 100% local company with Latvian capital. It has proven itself as a reliable partner, basing its operations on the principles of fair business practices, quality, and high customer satisfaction. The company continuously introduces innovations to adapt to changing consumer needs and market dynamics. Additionally, with a focus on the development of the company and the top! network, active work is currently underway on the construction of a new store in Ulbroka, which is planned to open this summer.
Currently, SIA "Mārksmens" manages 35 top! stores in various cities across Latvia, offering customers a convenient shopping experience with a selection tailored to local needs. A key part of the company’s brand success is its local origins, determination, and strategic store placement – on the customers' way. The assortment places special emphasis on local products, as well as the company’s own meat and culinary products, which are produced in a certified workshop in Dobele.
At the core of SIA "Mārksmens" values are its employees – professional, reliable, and loyal individuals whose contributions have been crucial to the company's growth. The company highly values the sustainable employment, professional development, and well-being of its employees, creating a safe, motivating, and respectful work environment. Currently, the company employs over 400 people.
In 2024, the turnover increased by 4.6% compared to 2023, reaching 55.7 million euros. One of the driving forces behind the company is its co-owner, Dace Broka, who, with her active involvement in the company's development, has been included in the list of Latvia's most influential businesswomen.
About the "top!" store network
The "top!" store network is the largest chain of stores owned by Latvian entrepreneurs and the third largest retail chain in Latvia. Under the "top!" brand, there are currently 213 grocery stores in Latvia, owned by 12 local companies. In total, over 4,000 jobs are provided, supporting local producers and suppliers across Latvia.
We invite everyone to visit the new local top! store in Saldus and enjoy the joy of shopping!
Information prepared by:
Ilze Priedīte
Marketing Director and Member of the Board of the top! store network