Aldi Ireland has opened its newest store in Waterford City, in a €3.8 million investment that marks a significant milestone in growing the retailer’s footprint.
The new store was officially opened by the local team, led by store manager Robbie Kavanagh, as well as Munster and Ireland rugby player Jack O’Donoghue.
Located in City Square Shopping Centre, the new store will replace the existing Aldi at the Glen.
The Glen store – which opened in 2006 – was the first Aldi store in Waterford.
Since then, Aldi has invested more than €28 million in Waterford, establishing a strong reputation for providing excellent service and value to customers, and a dedication to the local community and economy of Waterford City and County.
The new 1,310-square-metre store features Aldi’s award-winning Project Fresh layout, with wide aisles and high-spec fixtures and fittings.
Parking will be shared over the total development, meaning that Aldi shoppers can make use of 500 car-parking spaces, five of which are equipped with electric vehicle charging spaces.
In addition to this, Aldi has introduced self-service checkouts in the new store, which will operate alongside manned tills.
The store has also been designed to be as environmentally friendly as possible, powered by 100% green electricity and featuring Aldi’s electronic shelf labels in place of traditional paper labels.
‘A Great Addition To The Area’
Speaking at the opening this morning, store manager Kavanagh said, “We are delighted to open our new store in Waterford City, continuing our support for the local community.
“Our team is excited to welcome customers to this new, state-of-the-art store in Waterford city centre and provide them with the high-quality products and exceptional service that our customers know and love Aldi for.
“We believe this new store will be a great addition to the area, offering a wide range of products at unbeatable prices, and we look forward to continuing to serve the people of Waterford for many years to come.”
Munster and Ireland rugby player O’Donoghue added, “It’s fantastic to be here today to see Aldi expanding its presence in Waterford.
“The new store, right in the heart of the city, will not only offer great value to shoppers, but also strengthen Aldi’s ties with local suppliers and the community.
“Aldi’s commitment to making a positive impact in the communities it serves, to supporting local grassroots organisations, and to helping make quality, healthy food affordable to all is something I’m very proud to be associated with.”
The Waterford native presented local children from Scoil Lorcáin National School with Aldi Play Rugby kits and vouchers at the store opening.
As excitement builds ahead of the Guinness Men’s Six Nations clash against France this weekend, Aldi takes pride in encouraging future stars of the game through its Aldi Play Rugby programme for primary schools around Ireland.
See www.aldi.ie/irish-rugby-partnership for more information.
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