1980-1989
1982
Dixons introduced Saisho own-brand products presenting an upmarket high technology image spanning audio, TV and video products.
1984
The Currys Group was acquired adding 613 retail outlets to the Group together with Mastercare, the nationwide electrical appliance service organisation with 41 depots and 900 engineers. Also part of the deal was Bridgers, a chain of white and brown goods discount stores which formed the basis of today's Currys Superstores. Further acquisitions over the years have included a number of similar chains, such as Orbit and Greens.
1986
The Group acquired the Supasnaps chain of 337 specialist photo shops.
1987
In its 50th Anniversary year, the Group acquired Silo, the US's third largest power retailer with 147 stores.
1988
The acquisition of Wigfalls brought into the Group a further 106 shops, trading mainly in the Midlands and North of England. Dixons and Currys head office departments and support with John Clare appointed Managing Director, functions were integrated into a single entity, Dixons Stores Group. The two chains, however, retained separate brand identities.
1989
The film processing division was sold to its management.
