Furniture and technology retailer Harvey Norman has opened its 18th store on the island of Ireland at Fonthill retail park in west Dublin.
Australian Ambassador to Ireland Gary Gray led a ribbon cutting ceremony at the Australian company's 42,000 sq ft store, which has created 65 new jobs in the local area.
"We’re incredibly proud to be opening our 18th store in Ireland and I’m so excited to see our customers’ reaction. As an omni-channel retailer with both beautiful stores and an excellent website, our goal is to be a great place to shop," said Tim Hannon, CEO of Harvey Norman Ireland.
"To achieve this, we have the largest range of products on display and in stock for quick delivery, we always have the best prices, and our amazing teams really try to understand what your needs are so they can recommend the best product for you.
"Our delivery and installation teams also make that part of the journey easy, and we recycle appliances and mattresses. So, whether you’re looking for one of our guaranteed Irish made sofas or mattresses, or an energy efficient appliance which helps you to save energy, we’re looking forward to welcoming you in store.”
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Harvey Norman stocks the appliances and technology from in-demand brand such as Apple, Samsung, LG, Dyson, Nespresso and Miele as well as in-person demonstrations from DeLonghi, Microsoft, Huawei and more, and the latest trends and styles in interiors, including a huge range of sofas, dining tables and chairs, beds, and mattresses.
The Fonthill store opened on 22 July and will host a grand opening event later this week, from Thursday to Bank Holiday Monday (28 July to 1 August), with special offers and live radio broadcasts from FM104's Strawberry Alarm Clock, Classic Hits and Radio Nova.
Harvey Norman employs 1,500 staff between its 16 stores in the Republic of Ireland and two outlets in Belfast.
Pre-tax profits nearly tripled to €31.1m last year as the company"out-performed the discretionary retail market with market share gains across all key product categories".
Figures for the company's 2020-21 financial year, which ended last June, show profit before tax rose 170% of €19.6m as revenues increased 51% by €139.4m from €271.7m to €411.1m during the 12-month period. After tax of €2.6m, the group recorded a post-tax profit of €28.5m.
Photo: (l-r) Tim Hannon and Gary Gray.
