35 Stores, Three New States, and a Wave of Facility Upgrades
In July 2025, Majors Management finalized its acquisition of 35 retail fuel and convenience store
locations across Indiana, Ohio, and Pennsylvania from Alimentation Couche-Tard, the parent
company of Circle K. The transaction followed a Federal Trade Commission consent order
requiring the divestiture as a condition of Couche-Tard’s separate $1.57 billion acquisition of the
GetGo Cafe + Market chain. All 35 locations will be rebranded as MAPCO stores, with facility
upgrades and modernization planned across every site.
For fuel infrastructure contractors and certified welding firms, this type of acquisition tells a very
familiar story. When a major operator takes over dozens of locations and commits to rebranding
and upgrading them, the physical work that follows is substantial. And much of that work
involves welding.
What Happens When a Fuel Station Gets Rebranded
A rebrand in the convenience store and fuel retail world is rarely just a new sign and a fresh
coat of paint. Operators acquiring existing locations typically conduct full facility assessments
that uncover aging infrastructure in need of replacement or repair. Fuel canopies may need
structural reinforcement or full replacement. Underground storage tank fill points and vent pipes
may require updated connections. Fuel dispensing islands often need reconfiguration to meet
new branding standards and updated safety codes. Equipment mounting, fuel line modifications,
and mechanical system upgrades all require certified welding work to be completed correctly
and to code.
Every time a fuel station changes hands and a new operator commits to an upgrade
program, there is a certified welding job somewhere in that plan. Infrastructure does not
refresh itself.
The Midwest and Northeast Are Opening Up
Majors Management’s move into Indiana, Ohio, and Pennsylvania with the MAPCO brand
represents a strategic expansion into markets where the company had no prior footprint. These
are states with aging fuel retail infrastructure and a growing number of operators investing in
modern, upgraded facilities. For welding contractors in those regions, the next several years
represent a meaningful window of opportunity as operators like Majors Management invest in
bringing their newly acquired locations up to standard.
Majors Management also plans to introduce the MYReward$ loyalty program, fresh food
offerings, and modern amenities across all 35 locations. Interior buildouts for food preparation
areas, refrigeration systems, and commercial kitchen equipment all carry their own structural
and mechanical welding requirements.
Sarlo Certified Welding and the Fuel Retail Renovation Market
At Sarlo Certified Welding, we understand that fuel station renovations and rebranding projects
are not simple jobs. They involve working around active operations, meeting tight timelines, and
satisfying multiple layers of regulatory compliance. Our certified welders are trained to perform
precisely in those conditions, delivering quality work that holds up under inspection and under
pressure.
If you are an operator, general contractor, or equipment supplier working on a fuel station
renovation or acquisition buildout in the Mid-Atlantic or Midwest regions, we want to hear about
your project.
• Fuel island canopy structural welding and reinforcement
• Fuel dispensing equipment mounting and reconfiguration
• Piping and connection work for upgraded storage systems
• Commercial kitchen and food prep equipment installation support
• Structural steel work for facility expansions and additions
Ready to build or upgrade your fuel station infrastructure? Contact Sarlo Certified
Welding today at sarlocertifiedwelding.com and let our team bring your project to the
finish line with the quality and precision your business depends on.