€118m Penneys distribution centre in Kildare given green light

TODD Architects - who designed Titanic Belfast - said the automation “would render the unit one of the most leading-edge distribution centres in Europe”

One of the largest clothing retailers in Europe, Primark operates 36 Penneys stores in Ireland.

Kildare County Council has been given the green light for a new €118m Primark distribution centre for Newbridge that is to deliver 482 full-time and temporary jobs.

The all-island Penneys distribution centre at Great Connell will employ 212 people when operational. This is in addition to the peak construction workforce of 270 for the project.