When a supermarket closes down, the ownership of the shelving, refrigerators, and other equipment inside typically depends on the specific terms of the closure and the agreements made between the supermarket owner and the property owner or landlord.
In many cases, the supermarket owner may own the equipment and fixtures inside the store. If this is the case, they would have the right to remove their equipment and either sell, relocate, or dispose of it as they see fit. This may be part of the liquidation process if the supermarket is going out of business.
However, in some lease agreements, the ownership of the equipment and fixtures might be transferred to the property owner or landlord once they are installed in the premises. This means that when the supermarket closes, the equipment becomes the property of the landlord.
There are also scenarios where the equipment might be leased or financed by the supermarket owner through a third party. In such cases, the leasing company or financing entity may have specific arrangements with the supermarket owner regarding the return or disposal of the equipment.
To determine who owns the shelving, refrigerators, and other equipment in a specific supermarket closure, one would need to review the lease agreements, contracts, or financing arrangements involved in the business. If there are any doubts or disputes, legal advice might be sought to resolve the matter appropriately.