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Penneys expands in Cork as Flannels closes Patrick Street outlet

1 report, 1 independent Updated Oct 18
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What happened

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Penneys is expanding its store in Cork, adding 6,000 sq ft and incorporating the former Flying Tiger Copenhagen site on Patrick Street. Flannels is also closing its Patrick Street outlet in the city. The Penneys expansion will utilize the former Flying Tiger site and two other vacant units on Patrick Street.

From echolive.ie

Why it matters

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The closures of Flannels and Flying Tiger Copenhagen reflect wider changes and restructuring within the retail environment. Local business leaders suggest that the new investment by Penneys will help Patrick Street in Cork continue to thrive.

From echolive.ie

Who's involved

  • FlannelsBritish retail company closing its high-profile outlet in Cork
  • Frasers GroupBritish retailing group that owns Flannels as a subsidiary
  • CorkCity in Ireland where the retail expansion and closures are occurring

Who could feel it

Possible knock-on effects

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  • FlannelsSpeculative

    Flannels might face immediate revenue loss due to the closure of its high-profile outlet.

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