Cork residents will soon have another option for their DIY and building supply ⁢needs. Screwfix, the UK-based chain, is opening a new store in Ballincollig on September 30th, marking its 41st⁤ location in⁢ Ireland and⁢ its fourth ⁣within County Cork.

A Growing Presence in Ireland

The ⁢new outlet will be located in the ⁤West City Retail Park, joining established retailers like Lidl, Jysk, and Chemist Warehouse. this expansion demonstrates Screwfix’s commitment to the Irish market, where ⁣it already operates successful stores at Kinsale Road, little Island, and North Link Business Park.Currently, this Ballincollig location is⁣ the only new store planned for Ireland, signaling a focused strategy ⁣for growth.

Economic Impact ⁣and Local Employment

The arrival⁢ of ⁤Screwfix is expected to provide a boost⁤ to the local economy, creating‍ ten ⁢new jobs in the Ballincollig ⁢area. ⁤Fit-out works are already underway, preparing the space for its late September launch. This investment reflects⁣ a positive outlook for the construction and home betterment sectors in Cork.

Part of ‍a Larger Retail group

Screwfix is owned by Kingfisher plc, a global retail giant also responsible for B&Q, Brico Dépôt (France, Spain, portugal), Koctas (Turkey), and Castorama ⁤(France, Poland). Kingfisher’s recent financial results, reporting a 4.1% sales increase for Screwfix across the UK ‍and Ireland – reaching £675 million (approximately €777.3 million) ⁣in the three⁣ months ⁢ending April 2024 – underscore the company’s strong performance and ability to invest‍ in ‍expansion.

this continued growth suggests a sustained demand for⁣ convenient, trade-focused building supplies, and Screwfix’s expansion in Cork is a direct response to ⁤that need.