Peloton gets on its bike while Facebook backpedals on Cork expansion due to Covid-19

Peloton is looking for space for up to 700 workers in Cork City centre, but Facebook's search is not currently active as it reviews its long-term needs

A request for ‘grade A’ office space of 65,000-70,000sq ft in Cork has come from CBRE in Cork and London, without formally identifying Peloton as the client. Picture: Larry Cummins

The Covid-19 pandemic has encouraged one major office hunt in Cork City for fitness and health company Peloton, which is seeking space for up to 700 employees this year.

However, the Coronavirus has also led Facebook to moderate its inquiry for up to 100,000 sq ft in the southern capital, where it already has a presence via offshoot firm Oculus VR.