Photograph: Chris MaddaloniConvenience retailer Centra says it will invest €27 million in its store network and create more than 500 new jobs nationwide this year. Its performance was driven by organic growth, continued expansion of its store network, targeted investment in store upgrades, as well as by its fresh food, own-brand, and on-the-go offerings, the company said. “Looking ahead, our ambition is to grow our store network to 600 locations by 2030, enabling us to have a Centra in every community in Ireland,” he said. Centra said its deli section experienced 7.4 per cent growth, with nearly 10 million chicken fillet rolls were prepared across Ireland in 2025. Frank & Honest coffee enjoyed sales growth of 10.9 per cent year-on-year with more than 26 million cups now sold annually.

Source: The Irish Times January 26, 2026 14:02 UTC