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Central Madeirense

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Supermarket chain in Venezuela founded in 1949

Central Madeirense is a supermarket chain in Venezuela founded on 11 November 1949 by four families originally from Madeira, Portugal, who had settled in the country. Its first store was located in the 23 de Enero neighborhood, west of Caracas. At its peak it had 53 stores in 38 cities, becoming the largest chain in the country.2 Wikipedia text CC BY-SA 4.0

Last updated Oct 21, 2026.

Overview

Nov 11, 1949Founded1

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Central Madeirense is a supermarket chain in Venezuela founded on 11 November 1949 by four families originally from Madeira, Portugal, who had settled in the country. Its first store was located in the 23 de Enero neighborhood, west of Caracas. At its peak it had 53 stores in 38 cities, becoming the largest chain in the country.2

Products and brands

  • supermarket

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Timeline

  1. Nov 11, 1949Founded Founded1

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