Lyreco, the European leader in workplace products, has opened a new head office and distribution centre in Rathcoole, Co. Dublin.

Lyreco has been trading in Ireland since 1970 and currently employs 94 people. The opening of its new facility is expected to create an additional 50 jobs.

The business has the largest field-based sales force in the industry and its new premises will be the largest of its kind in Ireland, with vertical storage technology and 50% additional capacity on site.

Michael Milward, managing director of Lyreco UK and Ireland, said “By investing some €34m we are pledging our future to Ireland showing the depth of our ambition in this market. Expanding our business with our new facility will create more than 50 new jobs, while significantly expanding our range of partnerships with Irish producers.

“This will create added value and employment in the indigenous workplace solutions market, underscoring our contribution to the local economy.

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“We have been quietly supporting and improving Irish businesses for the past half a century, but today’s announcement shows that we are ready to move onto the next level. Lyreco are here for the long haul and we’re looking forward to playing our part in the transition to an exciting new way of working and doing business for the good of our people and our planet.”

The company stocks over 7,000 products in the Dublin distribution centre, and has access to over 3,000 additional products.

These products span 18 categories including general office stationery and supplies, cleaning and catering, hygiene and personal protective equipment, technology and much more.

Founded in Valenciennes, France, in 1926, Lyreco directly operates in 25 countries in Europe and has c.10,000 employees.

Michael Walby, Lyreco Ireland’s head of sales, said: “We have a great team here in Ireland and we work extremely hard across the business to minimise our social and environmental impact.  We’re committed to demonstrating Lyreco Goodness in everything we do, which helps us maintain our position as a sector leader in sustainability.

“Our Lyreco Goodness philosophy includes our commitment to our employee wellbeing responsibilities and CSR strategies which is supported through multiple initiatives such as our charity partnership with Pieta House and our Microbusiness Support Programme.

“We want to ensure that Lyreco continues to be an industry leader and an employer of choice. The opening of our new head office and distribution centre will support these goals and facilitate further strong growth.”