Aldi Scotland 2026 expansion: The seven Scottish locations set for new stores and extensions

New stores are set to open in Bishopbriggs and Dumbarton in the new year, with extensions in the pipeline for outlets in Greenock, Perth, Linlithgow, Paisley and Stirling.

Bosses said the £43m investment over the next two years supported the German-owned retailer’s growth ambitions in Scotland amid increasing consumer demand.

Earlier in 2025, Aldi became Scotland’s second largest supermarket by volume according to Worldpanel data, as it welcomed 60 million trips through its Scottish stores.

Sandy Mitchell, regional managing director for Aldi Scotland, said: “I’m incredibly proud to reflect on another outstanding year for Aldi in Scotland. In 2025, we’ve continued to strengthen our investment across the country, welcoming more customers than ever before to our Scottish stores and providing greater access to affordable groceries.

“Our ongoing commitment to Scottish provenance and our close relationships with local suppliers remain at the heart of our success. We’re proud to champion the very best of Scotland’s produce, ensuring that high-quality, locally sourced products continue to reach more customers.

“As we look ahead, our focus remains on continued investment, expanding our store network and deepening our partnerships with Scottish suppliers, all while delivering even greater value and choice to our customers.”

The chain is currently working with more than 90 Scottish suppliers and stocking some 450 Scottish products.

Aldi was recognised as Scotland’s leading supermarket for local sourcing by NFU Scotland with 41 per cent of the products on its shelves sourced directly from Scotland. This represents a contribution of more than £300 million in sales from Scottish-sourced products and suppliers, the firm noted.

In addition, throughout 2025, Aldi contributed some £50,000 to amateur sports clubs through its Scottish Sports Fund, which bosses said demonstrated the company’s dedication to promoting grassroots sports across the country. Through its tenth anniversary “supermarket sweep” initiative, Aldi donated £10,000 to Children’s Hospices Across Scotland (CHAS), helping to provide vital hospice care services for children and families throughout Scotland.