Cardtronics U.K. Announces Expanded ATM Rollout Contract for John Lewis and Waitrose Stores

HATFIELD, United Kingdom, Feb. 3, 2015 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Cardtronics U.K. - operator of Cashzone ATMs - today announced an expanded ATM services relationship with John Lewis and Waitrose stores, including a new, long-term agreement that triples the number of Cashzone ATMs hosted at John Lewis and Waitrose retail sites. Cardtronics U.K. is a leading independent ATM provider and part of Cardtronics, Inc., a global ATM services provider.

Jonathan Simpson-Dent, Managing Director of Cardtronics Europe, commented:

"Waitrose and John Lewis are two of the leading retailers in the U.K. market. The expansion and diversification of Cardtronics U.K.'s estate will provide increased access to on-site cash machines for both retailers and their customers. Throughout the expansion process we will focus on delivering required and expected levels of customer service and support."

Cardtronics' successful acquisition of the new sites is due to the business' full-service capability and its extensive experience in supplying retailers with ATM services. The newly acquired sites will include internal, Through-The-Wall and external kiosk ATM models at various locations.

Stephen Maloney, Programme Manager for John Lewis Financial Services, said:

"We chose Cardtronics as our preferred partner for their expertise in this area which helps us ensure we always offer our customers excellent service."

Installation of Cashzone ATMs by Cardtronics U.K. commenced in January and will be rolled out throughout 2015. John Lewis and Waitrose retail sites with a pre-existing ATM will retain that branding until a Cashzone ATM has been installed.

About Cardtronics U.K.

Cardtronics U.K. is a leading independent ATM provider in the U.K., working with U.K. retailers, banks, service stations, food and beverage outlets and many other locations. The business has thousands of machines in the U.K.

Cardtronics U.K. is owned by parent company, Cardtronics Inc. (Nasdaq:CATM), a global ATM services provider, with 111,150 retail ATMs deployed and operating across the United States, United Kingdom, Mexico, Canada and Germany.