Marshes expansion plans given the go ahead

Two new kiosk retail units are planned for Penneys Mall

Expansion plans for the Marshes Shopping Centre have moved a step further after plans for two new kiosk units, a new entrance and an additional food outlet were given the go ahead.

Cavalli Investments Plc have been granted conditional planning permission by Louth County Council to use two existing units, nos 1 and 2, for retail use.

As part of the application they want to remove the existing doors and wall of kiosk no 2. The two kiosks, which are located on the Penney’s Mall on Marshes Avenue, have remained vacant since being built but each has a gross floor area of 16.2sqm.

Permission has also been secured for changes to an existing fire door exit on the west elevation of the shopping centre, including a replacement with glazed automatic doors to provide for public access. This would also include entrance signage.

As well as an extra food outlet there are plans to expand the seating area of the Marshes food court

Meanwhile, in a separate application, Cavalli Investments Plc have also been granted planning permission for a new 18sqm kiosk unit on the first floor at the food court. This would provide for the sale of food and/or beverages. They also propose an extension of the food court seating area into existing ancillary floorspace.

As first revealed by Talk of the Town back in February, Eddie Rockets are understood to be keen on locating in the centre with their Rockets brand.

These units aside, the Marshes expects to be at full occupancy by Christmas. Tiger, Trespass and Benefit Cosmetics opened recently while fashion outlets H&M, Diesel and Skechers are set to follow suit in the coming weeks.

Amongst other future developments planned for the centre are a cinema, for which planning permission has been granted and a filling station and a drive-thru restaurant at either side of the main entrance to Dunnes Stores, beside an An Bóthar Iarainn and the link road to the Avenue Road/Tom Bellew Avenue.

A further site on the Ramparts Road, once earmarked for a hotel, is also available for future development.

The centre will be 10 years open on November 3^rd.

Marshes Shopping Centre reveals plans for new retail units and extra entrance

Two new kiosk retail units are planned for Penney’s Mall

Big changes are being planned for the Marshes Shopping Centre with the owners putting forward plans for two new kiosk units, a new entrance and an additional food outlet.

Cavalli Investments Plc have applied to Louth County Council for planning permission to use two existing units, nos 1 and 2, for retail use.

As part of the application they want to remove the existing doors and wall of kiosk no 2. The two kiosks, which are located on the Penney’s Mall on Marshes Avenue, have remained vacant since being built but each has a gross floor area of 16.2sqm.

As part of the application permission is also being sought for changes to an existing fire door exit on the west elevation of the shopping centre, including a replacement with glazed automatic doors to provide for public access. This would also include entrance signage.

As well as an extra food outlet there are plans to expand the seating area of the Marshes food court

Meanwhile, in a separate application, Cavalli Investments Plc have applied for planning permission for a new 18sqm kiosk unit on the first floor at the food court. This would provide for the sale of food and/or beverages. They also propose an extension of the food court seating area into existing ancillary floorspace.

A decision on both matters is due by the end of October.

Last month it was revealed that the Marshes expects to be at full occupancy by Christmas. Tiger and Benefit Cosmetics opened recently while fashion outlet H&M and outdoor clothing and accessories chain, Trespass, are due to open shortly.

Amongst other future developments planned for the centre are a cinema, for which planning permission has been granted and a filling station and a drive-thru restaurant at either side of the main entrance to Dunnes Stores, beside an An Bóthar Iarainn and the link road to the Avenue Road/Tom Bellew Avenue.

A further site on the Ramparts Road, once earmarked for a hotel, is also available for future development.

The centre will be 10 years open on November 3^rd.

Full occupancy expected in the Marshes Shopping Centre by Christmas

Staff at the opening of the Tiger store in the Marshes Shopping Centre back in June. Other big names are expected in the centre shortly. Picture: Arthur Kinahan

Kennedy Wilson, the company which acquired the Marshes Shopping Centre in Dundalk last September, expects the centre to be at full occupancy by Christmas.

The recent opening of the likes of Tiger and Benefit Cosmetics is set to be followed in the coming weeks by the opening of fashion outlet H&M and outdoor clothing and accessories chain, Trespass.

The Marshes will be 10 years open on November 3rd

CBRE and Bannon are the agents for the Marshes Shopping Centre and Bernardine Hogan of CBRE told The Irish Independent today that including lettings in the pipeline, she expects occupancy levels to increase from 75% when Kennedy Wilson bought the centre to 94% by September.

She added: “I expect to achieve full occupancy in time for the Christmas season.”

The centre is reporting football of around 80,000 a week, with rents ranging form €35 and €55 per sq ft depending on location, size of the store and convenant.

Kennedy Wilson bought the Marshes for €44.5 million last year. The centre will celebrate its 10^th anniversary this November.

Meanwhile, Equivalenza, the global chain which manufactures perfumes and aromatic products and sells them through its own stores is also on the lookout for an outlet in Dundalk to follow on from the opening of stores in Letterkenny and Donaghmede recently.

Tiger opens its doors in Dundalk

Staff at the opening of the Tiger store in the Marshes Shopping Centre this morning. Picture: Arthur Kinahan

Tiger Stores opened their new store in the Marshes Shopping Centre this morning.

The Danish brand have created seven new jobs in what is their 16^th store in Ireland, with goodie bags handed out to the first 50 customers this morning.

Tiger is located in the former Exhibit store, opposite Reload, and sells a range of household products priced between €1 and €30.

Tiger Stores to open in the Marshes Shopping Centre on June 16th

Gillian Maxwell, Operations Director of Tiger Stores Ireland

Danish brand Tiger Stores will open its new store at the Marshes Shopping Centre in Dundalk on Tuesday week, June 16^th.

The opening of the company’s 16^th Irish store will create seven local jobs.

Described as a variety store selling low cost high value items, ranging from €1 to a maximum of €30, Tiger Stores is set to bring Scandi-chic to Dundalk, and is a welcome addition to the Marshes.

On hearing about the impending opening, Michael Gaynor, President of Dundalk Chamber of Commerce, commented: “Dundalk Chamber is delighted that Tiger Stores has chosen to open at the Marshes Shopping Centre. It’s fantastic to see such a successful brand coming to the area, creating new jobs and adding to our growing retail community. I know that the people of Dundalk will give them the warmest welcome and wish them every success.”

For Tiger Stores’ Operations Director Gillian Maxwell, Dundalk provided the perfect location for a new store.

“Dundalk is a super town for shopping and it felt like an obvious next step for us. With Dundalk Institute of Technology and lots of international businesses based in the town, there is a real buzz around the Marshes, and we are really excited to be part of that. We can’t wait for June 16.”

Since arriving in Ireland just four years ago, Tiger Stores has amassed a portfolio of 16 stores nationwide, and with two top accolades from Retail Excellence Ireland under its belt, including Company of the Year and Best Small Company (under 100 employees) 2015, the brand really is one to watch.

From June 16, Dundalk shoppers can enjoy Tiger’s own brand design-led, low-cost colourful lifestyle products, from homewares to toys, stationery, toiletries and accessories, in a fun environment with friendly staff, where it’s a pleasure to shop. Plus, new stock deliveries every fortnight ensure Tiger delivers a consistently fresh shopping experience, making it a paradise for budget-conscious browsers and stylish shoppers alike.

Get to the Marshes Shopping Centre from 10am on Tuesday, June 16, and see why Tiger loves Dundalk!

Tiger to open in Dundalk with the creation of seven new jobs

Danish brand Tiger Stores is set to open in the Marshes Shopping Centre in June and is currently recruiting full-time sales assistants.

Since arriving in Ireland just four years ago, Tiger has opened 15 stores all over Ireland, with the store at the Marshes set to become the when it opens next month.

Seven new full-time retail sales assistant roles will be created by the store’s opening.

The Tiger brand has a simple mission – to provide stylish products featuring the best of Danish design, in a pleasant environment, at astonishingly low prices, from just €1 to €30 at most.

According to Tiger’s recruitment campaign: “To work at Tiger, you’ll not only have previous retail experience, you will thrive in a fun, dynamic and creative work environment. And, as this role operates a 7-day shift pattern, you will also have full- time availability.

“In return, get to work with a great team in a great company. But don’t just take our word for it. The experts obviously agree, as Tiger Stores scooped two of the top accolades at the 2015 Retail Excellence Ireland (REI) Awards, including Company of the Year and Best Small Company (under 100 employees).”

If you believe in this mission and want to be part of the Tiger team, please send your CV and cover letter jobs@tigerstores.ie with Dundalk in the subject line. An assessment day will take place for these positions on Wednesday June 3rd in Dublin with roles commencing in mid to late June.