Tesco has officially started work on a new store in Cavan Town, with a sod-turning event held today to mark the beginning of construction.
This marks a major multi-million euro investment in the town, supporting local jobs during the build phase and creating new roles in store when it opens, enhancing the team of over 60 people who already work in the existing Tesco Cavan store.
Local construction firm the Elliott Group will build the new 35,000 sq. ft. store, designed to make everyday shopping better for Cavan customers.
The store will feature the best quality Irish food and drink products along with international favourites and will include the latest F&F fashion and a Tesco Mobile phone shop.
The store will be fitted with the most up-to-date energy saving measures, such as doors on fridges and efficient lighting which will help to reduce its environmental impact.
There'll also be plenty of parking, including EV charging points for customers
Speaking at today's event, Tesco Ireland Property Director Arlene Maguire said: "We're delighted to get started on our long-awaited new store in Cavan Town, and looking forward to bringing customers a bright, modern store with more choice, while continuing to support local jobs and local suppliers.
"Working with the Elliott Group, a Cavan company with a strong track record in construction, is a great way for us to keep our investment local too."
Elliott Group CEO Daragh Elliott added: "As a Cavan-based business, we're proud to get started on a store that will be a real asset for the town. We're looking forward to delivering a space that will serve local families for years to come."
Construction will continue through 2026.
"The existing Tesco Cavan store will stay open as normal throughout the build, with colleagues moving to their new store when it opens in 2027."
