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The Irish Sun
22-05-2025
- Business
- The Irish Sun
Popular Irish supermarket with 185 locations opens brand new store in busy city as major anniversary celebrated
A POPULAR Irish supermarket chain has opened a brand new store as it celebrates 25 years in business. Lidl Ireland opened a new store in Galway this morning in a major boost to Advertisement 4 Lidl opened a new store in Claregalway, Co Galway today Credit: Xposure 4 Galway county LGFA players Nicola Ward, Kate Slevin and Kate Geraghty joined the Lidl Claregalway store team Credit: Xposure 4 Lidl Claregalway store manager Edgars Juksinskis pictured with Carmel Ní Bhroin, Principal, Claregalway National School S.N. Bhaile Chláir Na Gaillimhe to give donation of €500 in Lidl vouchers and Neil McLoughlin, Lidl Area Manager Credit: Xposure Located in Claregalway, this is the retailer's 100th store to feature a solar PV system that will generate more than 20 per cent of the building's energy requirements. This takes And it is set to create 30 new jobs in the local area in a boost to residents. It represents a €7million investment into the community by the retailer, and is located right in the centre of the village. Advertisement READ MORE IN LIDL It has state-of-the-art facilities including a spacious shop floor with wide aisles, self-service checkouts, long tills, an off licence, and an in-store bakery. The Claregalway branch is the retailer's 186th store in the Republic of Ireland, and 229th store on the entire island. Lidl has committed to reducing operational emissions as part of it's A Better Tomorrow sustainability strategy. To date, Lidl has invested more than €12million into solar panel installation and is currently the owner of the largest array of rooftop solar panels in the country. Advertisement Most read in Money The shop also has a range of additional sustainability features in this new store, including LED lighting with Dali control, high performance building fabric, heat recovery and electric vehicle charger spaces for customers. The store was opened this morning alongside Galway county Shoppers go wild as Dubai chocolate dupe drops in Lidl To mark the opening, the team at Lidl Claregalway donated €1,000 in Lidl vouchers to Anam Croí and Claregalway National The first ten shoppers through the door got to be the first to enjoy opening day discounts and received a complimentary Lidl gift voucher. Advertisement Commenting at the Claregalway store opening, Lidl Ireland's Regional Managing Director Tara O'Connor said: "On behalf of Lidl Ireland I am delighted to open our new Claregalway store. "This year Lidl celebrates its 25th Anniversary in Ireland and it's a great way to begin our celebrations in "We have been with the Galway community since the beginning of our Lidl journey here in Ireland back in 2000, and it's great to see the ongoing support the Galway community has offered us along the way. MILESTONE "Lidl Claregalway has been highly anticipated in the area and we're delighted to finally welcome customers to the brand new, state-of-the-art store. Advertisement "Lidl is rooted in communities throughout Ireland, and we pride ourselves on operating in a way that is sustainable with the least impact possible on the environment. "As part of this commitment, Lidl Claregalway marks a milestone in our sustainable journey as it is our 100 th store to feature solar panels which generate more than 20 per cent of the store's energy and reduces our impact on the local environment." At the opening, Local Claregalway Ladies Gaelic Football player Kate Slevin said: "Through its longstanding partnership with LGFA, Lidl has been hugely supportive of its communities and it's great to see them further investing in the Galway area by bringing a state-of-the-art store to Claregalway, creating employment for local people. "It was great to be a part of the store opening this morning and to see all the work that goes in to opening a store, as well as meeting the local community and enjoy the store opening." Advertisement 4 Edgars Juksinskis pictured with Geraldine Carr, Operations Manager at Anam Croí to give donation of €500 in Lidl vouchers and Neil McLoughlin, Lidl Area Manager Credit: Xposure THE HISTORY OF LIDL IN IRELAND LIDL first opened in Germany in 1973. Back then, it employed just three people, stocking 500 product lines. The first Irish store, located just off Molesworth Street in Dublin, was opened in 1999. This was Lidl's first entry into the Irish grocery market. Then, Lidl opened more stores in 2000, in Limerick, Letterkenny, Mullingar, Athlone, Cavan, Ballinasloe and Portlaoise. Now, the retailer has over 180 stores and three distribution centres, employing over 6,000 people. They work with a network of more than 260 Irish suppliers from the communities they operate in.
The Irish Sun
13-05-2025
- Business
- The Irish Sun
Major boost as Lidl Ireland offering free gift vouchers at it's NEW store powered by solar in popular town
LIDL Ireland is set to open its 100th store powered by solar in a major town - and one GAA star will be cutting the ribbon. The new store will officially open in Claregalway, Advertisement 2 Lidl Ireland is opening a new store in Galway Credit: Getty 2 It will be the 100th store in Ireland powered by solar Credit: Lidl Ireland The Claregalway store will be the 11th Lidl outlet in Galway and brings with it the creation of 30 new jobs to the local area. Located on a newly developed greenfield site beside the N83 in the heart of the town, the store is a €7 million Customers can expect a modern retail experience - including a spacious sales floor, self-service checkouts, long tills, an off licence and Lidl's in-store bakery offering fresh goods daily. To mark the opening, Lidl Ambassador and Advertisement READ MORE IN MONEY Earlier this year, Lidl announced a €600 million investment plan over five years, which includes 35 new stores and a new regional distribution centre in Little Island, And the Claregalway location becomes the 100th Lidl store in Ireland to be fitted with solar panels. These panels will supply over 20 per cent of the store's electricity requirements, reducing reliance on energy sources and lowering Along with solar power, the Claregalway store includes a range of sustainable features such as LED lighting with Dali control, high-performance insulation, heat recovery systems and electric vehicle charger spaces. Advertisement Most read in The Irish Sun Latest These measures are set to enhance the store's BER A1 rating and support Lidl's ISO 50001 Energy Management System certification. The new Claregalway store will also donate €1,000 in Lidl gift vouchers to two local organisations - Anam Croí and Claregalway National Parents race to Lidl for middle aisle bargains including 2 in 1 sandpit for £29 What's more, the first ten customers through the doors on opening morning will be given Lidl gift vouchers and have access to special opening day discounts. There will also be in-store entertainment to mark the occasion, with Lidl encouraging shoppers hoping to meet Nicola Ward to arrive early and get some Advertisement Lidl first entered the Galway in 2000 - and it's current locations include Clifden, Moycullen, Knocknacarra, Doughiska, Oranmore, Tuam, Ballinasloe, Gort and two in Galway City. Regional Managing Director, Tara O'Connor, said the Claregalway store is a "milestone" in Lidl's continued investment in sustainable retailing and local communities. She said: "On behalf of Lidl Ireland I am delighted to announce that we will open the doors to our brand new Claregalway store on Thursday 22nd May. "We have continued to work with leading designers and architects to ensure that the new store compliments the local area and will offer a superior shopping experience to customers with spacious interior layout. Advertisement SUSTAINABLE "Not only does this store mark a significant investment of over €7 million to the area, but the opening of the store also marks a significant milestone on Lidl's roadmap to maintaining position of Irelands' most sustainable retailer as Claregalway is our 100 th store to be fitted with solar panels, generating over 20 per cent of energy and reducing our impact on the local environment." And Nicola Ward is encouraging locals to visit on the day and be among the first to experience She said: 'Through its longstanding partnership with LGFA, Lidl has been hugely supportive of its communities and it's great to see them further investing in the Galway area by bringing a state-of-the-art store to Claregalway, creating employment for local people. "I'm excited to cut the ribbon on the morning of the store opening and officially welcome everyone to the new store. Advertisement "I'd encourage everyone to come down and visit on Thursday 22nd May and be first in the queue to grab those middle aisle offers while you can!' The Claregalway store will be open from 8:00am to 10:00pm Monday to Saturday and from 9:00am to 9:00pm on Sundays. THE HISTORY OF LIDL IN IRELAND LIDL first opened in Germany in 1973. Back then, it employed just three people, stocking 500 product lines. The first Irish store, located just off Molesworth Street in Dublin, was opened in 1999. This was Lidl's first entry into the Irish grocery market. Then, Lidl opened more stores in 2000, in Limerick, Letterkenny, Mullingar, Athlone, Cavan, Ballinasloe and Portlaoise. Now, the retailer has over 180 stores and three distribution centres, employing over 6,000 people. They work with a network of more than 260 Irish suppliers from the communities they operate in.
