Our latest monthly Retail Pulse has now gone live. In this publication our retail leasing team highlight Irish occupiers and franchisees with ongoing expansion requirements.
Separately in our “Expert Insight” section Neil Bannon looks at recent household net worth data from the Central Bank of Ireland and the impact that a reduced gearing ratio may have on retail spend.
To view the full report, please click here.
The next phase of openings in The Crossings @ Adamstown is under way! Urban Vets and THE GRAFTON BARBER have now opened their new stores, in what will be the new Village Centre for the Adamstown area. They join Tesco and Aldi who are already open and trading. The Urban Vets and Grafton Barber additions are the start of the 20 further retail and food units which will make up The Crossings.
Demand for the scheme has been strong and we are excited that more lettings will be announced very soon. We look forward to seeing more stores opening and the creation of the Village Centre which will become a hub for the wider Adamstown community.
For more information on the few remaining units feel free to contact Darren Peavoy or Mark Hayden.
Great to see The Pantry now open and trading in The Swan Shopping Centre, Rathmines. A really nice brand providing a high quality food offer to compliment the existing tenant mix. Further new store openings to be announced in the coming weeks.
We have limited space remaining, please don’t hesitate to get in touch with Jennifer Mulholland to discuss any requirements.
Our latest monthly Retail Pulse has now gone live. In this publication our retail leasing team focus on the Food & Beverage sector and in particular the most active brands in the market place.
Separately in our “Expert Insight” section Neil Bannon looks at the most recent CSO data, specifically retail sales, inflation and household savings. Are Irish consumers ready to break open the Piggy Bank?
To view the full report, please click here.
Sligo business leader Christine Dolan has been named Business All-Star Shopping Centre Industry Business Person 2024 by the All-Ireland Business Foundation.
Christine is the Centre Manager of Quayside Shopping Centre located in the heart of Sligo Town.
For almost two decades, Quayside Shopping Centre has consistently upheld the highest standards of trust, commitment, performance, and customer centricity.
Distinguished by its unique combination of open streets and covered malls, Quayside Shopping Centre is meticulously designed to cater to the needs of contemporary retailers while ensuring that customers enjoy a relaxed, secure, and convenient shopping experience.
Much of the centre’s welcoming atmosphere is down to the direction of Christine Dolan who has put local customers at the very heart of the Sligo business.
Her innovative marketing, customer engagement, and tenant relations strategies have distinguished Quayside as an industry leader, offering a diverse shopping experience.
Business All-Star Shopping Centre Industry Business Person 2024 accreditation comes in recognition of her performance in her role as Centre Manager.
Announcing the news of Christine’s achievement, Deputy Chair of AIBF’s Adjudication Board, Kieran Ring, said:
“I am delighted to acknowledge Christine Dolan, Centre Manager of Quayside Shopping Centre, as the Business All-Star Shopping Centre Industry Business Person Of The Year 2024. With her extensive experience and deep understanding of retail, Christine’s leadership has made quayside a vibrant retail hub. Her innovative marketing, customer engagement, and tenant relations strategies have distinguished Quayside as an industry leader, offering a diverse shopping experience.”
Reacting to the news of her company’s achievement, Quayside Centre Manager Christine Dolan said:
“At Quayside Shopping Centre, we have always strived to uphold the highest standards of excellence, driven by a commitment to our customers and community. This recognition underscores the dedication of our entire team and reaffirms our commitment to delivering an exceptional shopping experience in the heart of Sligo. Together, we will continue to innovate, engage, and serve our loyal customers, ensuring that Quayside remains a vibrant hub for our community. Thank you to the AIBF for this meaningful recognition.”
Managing Director of the All-Ireland Business Foundation Kapil Khanna said: The accreditation, which is now held by over 650 firms, is needed by the thousands of small and medium businesses which operate to their own standards but have nothing to measure them by.
He said: We evaluate a company’s background, trustworthiness and performance, and we speak to customers, employees and vendors. We also anonymously approach the company as a customer and report back on the experience. The business goes through at least two interviews and is scored on every part of the process against set metrics.
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Congratulations to Petstop on the opening of their new store in Wexford! The quality of fitout and the range of pet products on offer is truly impressive. We wish the team all the best with their new store and look forward to the next opening in the coming weeks. Well done! 
Image by: Petstop
Bannon’s latest monthly Retail Pulse has now gone live.
In this publication, Neil Bannon highlights that consumer spending keeps pace with inflation supporting continued high occupancy levels.
To view the full report, please click here.
Your Hour, Your Power! Staff at Bannon and properties across our nationwide management portfolio of shopping centres, retail parks and offices will be taking part in Earth Hour tomorrow, Saturday 23rd March, from 8.30pm until 9.30pm.
Earth Hour is a global awareness movement in which involves lights, appliances, plant, and other items being turned off for an hour.
Lots happening in Dungarvan Shopping Centre, Co Waterford in the last few months with the opening of Pamela Scott, Zara Lily, Integrity Martial Arts, Lana Thai (signed) and Eason’s committing to a new long-term lease along with a full store re-fit.
These new occupations and store investment demonstrate a continued confidence in the performance of regional shopping centres.
Get in touch with James Quinlan, Darren Peavoy, Jennifer Mulholland, Lorcan Keenan, Daniel Murphy, Ali O’Gorman and Mark Hayden to discuss further opportunities.
Another one in the Back of the Net! Liverpool Football Club are now open and trading in their upsized store in Ilac Shopping Centre. The Club which has such a strong Irish fan base opened to trade in Ilac over 10 years ago. The strength and performance of the brand led to a requirement for additional space and we are delighted to deliver this new letting for our clients Hammerson and Irish Life Investment Managers.
For remaining leasing opportunities, please don’t hesitate to contact Jennifer Mulholland, Lorcan Keenan, Ali O’Gorman.
