Albert Heijn, a food retailer in the Netherlands, agreed to merge with Jan Linders Supermarkets, a regional supermarket chain in the Netherlands. Financial terms were not disclosed. “I am grateful to the Linders family for the trust they have placed in us, and I very much look forward to working together. For us, this step means a strengthening of our store base in the south of the Netherlands, which makes me very happy. That drive, combined with the passion for delicious foods and drinks means we are a perfect match. As for those stores that will be transferred to Jan Linders’ franchise organization, we will ensure a smooth guidance of our colleagues. Nothing will change as far as our customers are concerned, with familiar Albert Heijn stores and familiar Albert Heijn-faces," Marit van Egmond, Albert Heijn CEO.