"We are very pleased to now offer our customers the option of using the American Express card to purchase products at Food Lion, Bloom, Harveys, Reid's or Bottom Dollar Food stores," said Charles Davis, vice president of Business Strategy and Analytics at Food Lion LLC. "Many customers have indicated a desire to use American Express in the past, and we are pleased that we can now help improve their shopping experience by doing so."

"The acceptance of the American Express Card at Food Lion stores means convenience for our many mutual customers and is another great way for them to earn valuable rewards every single day -- even while buying groceries," said Tom Pojero, senior vice president and general manager, merchant acquisition, American Express Merchant Services. "We believe that acceptance of the American Express Card will be welcome news to our Cardmembers."

About Food Lion: Food Lion LLC is a subsidiary of Brussels-based Delhaize Group (NYSE: DEG). Food Lion LLC operates more than 1,200 supermarkets, either directly or through affiliated entities, under the names of Food Lion, Bloom, Bottom Dollar Food, Harveys and Reid's. These stores meet local customer needs and preferences for the freshest and best quality products. Food Lion LLC employs approximately 73,000 associates in 11 Southeast and Mid-Atlantic states.

About American Express: Merchant Services is the merchant network of American Express, which acquires and maintains relationships with millions of merchants around the globe, which welcome American Express-branded Cards. American Express Company is a leading global payments, network, travel and banking company founded in 1850.