Aldi gives date for re-opening of new-look Naas store
Customers will get a larger shopping area and an improved experience
The store on Newbridge Road has been expanded to 1,142 square metres following the granting of planning permission by Kildare County Council, with the €576,000 project now completed.
The reopening will also bring five new permanent jobs to Naas, as well as an upgraded shopping environment for customers.
The revamped store will feature ALDI’s award-winning Project Fresh layout, which is designed to provide a more modern and spacious shopping experience.
As part of the redevelopment, the store has also gained new electric vehicle charging facilities. Four EV charging points have been installed, comprising two standard charging spaces and two accessible spaces.
There will also be 10 bicycle parking spaces available at the store, providing additional facilities for customers choosing to cycle to do their shopping.
Colin Breslin, Managing Director Buying & Services at ALDI Ireland, said previously that the extension would provide customers with a larger shopping area and an improved experience.
“This extension will provide our customers with a larger shopping area and an improved shopping experience. The store revamp is part of Aldi’s award-winning Project Fresh store layout. In addition, it’s great to see five new jobs being created in the town.”
The reopening adds to Aldi’s presence across County Kildare, where the retailer operates nine stores as well as a regional distribution centre and head office facility.
The supermarket employs more than 700 people in the county, with almost €30 million spent on wages annually. ALDI has also highlighted its contribution to the local community through its partnership with FoodCloud. Its Kildare stores have donated more than 88,000 meals to local charities to date.
The retailer’s Community Grants programme has also supported organisations across the county, including the Irish Wheelchair Association, Lilywhite Wheelers Multi-Sport Junior Club and Samaritans Newbridge.
The Jigginstown project forms part of ALDI’s wider investment in the Midlands, following its announcement of a €33.6 million investment programme in 2023.