The two cooperatives Järnia and Bolist merged in October after Järnia members took the decision back in May to join the larger Bolist cooperative. Järnia has around 50 stores, while Bolist has approximately 180. Both distribution channels are to be retained. The two central warehouses of Bolist - one for hardware and one for building materials - are now to be used jointly. Centrally cleared sales are expected to rise to SEK 1 bn.