Global household retailer JYSK has begun fit-out works on its maiden store in Dublin, Republic of Ireland.
The Danish retail chain will launch in Gulliver’s Retail Park in Northwood, Santry. A ten-year lease has been signed on a 7,667sq ft unit and access was taken last month, with fit-out works also commencing in June.
Roni Tuominen of JYSK said: “It goes without saying that in this Covid-19 environment safety needs to come first but with unemployment in Ireland at a record high we all need to help. I am delighted to say that all seven of our stores in Ireland have reopened and JYSK is still very much committed to our expansion strategy in Ireland and plan to have 20 stores across the country by the end of 2021, with roughly 200 new jobs being created.”
Cosgrave Property Group, who own the retail park commented: “We are delighted to welcome JYSK to Gulliver’s Retail Park. With over 2,500 outlets across the globe, they are a strong brand and will be a fantastic addition to the park. It is a great endorsement that Gulliver’s was JYSK’s first choice location in Dublin. They will further improve the strong tenant line-up, which now includes Lidl, Mr. Price, Homebase & McDonalds. Having recently secured planning permission for an additional 330 residential units on the adjoining site at Blackwood Square in April, it is important to the Group to support the existing & future residents of Northwood with a greater local shopping experience.”
