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MOVING TO AN EXPANSIVE SITE HAS ALLOWED THE BUILDERS’ MERCHANT TO ADD A DOORS AND FLOORS SHOWROOM, MIX-AND-MATCH PAINT SERVICE, AND PLUMBING COUNTER… MacBlair significantly increases its stock range at new Lurgan branch
A larger shop floor at the new site showcases a much wider range of stock.
Local builders’ merchant MacBlair has opened a new branch in Lurgan, strengthening its network and further solidifying its position as a leading supplier of building materials in Northern Ireland. Opening in a more convenient and expansive location at Quarry Business Park on October 28, the branch offers an extended product range including a doors and floors showroom, mix-and-match paint service, and new plumbing counter. With 19 branches across the region, MacBlair boasts a comprehensive fleet of delivery vehicles and a dedicated team of more than 400 fully trained and knowledgeable staff. The new Lurgan branch has relocated from Seagoe, Craigavon, where it had operated since 2000. It features a much larger shopfloor, warehouse and yard, and has created job opportunities in the local area, with the team expanding from seven to 11 members of staff. Keith Hamilton, Branch Manager of MacBlair Lurgan, said, “It’s been a great
move for us and we’re seeing lots of activity with much higher footfall and stronger sales. Our previous site was more
MacBlair’s new Lurgan branch is located in Quarry Business Park, Lurgan.
new branch alongside Keith was MacBlair CEO Karol McGuckin, with the first 50 customers welcomed with complimentary gift bags filled with products and promotional items. To mark the opening, MacBlair also hosted a Big Lurgan Trade Week over November 4 to 7, featuring different suppliers each day. “We are excited to welcome customers to our new Lurgan branch,” said Keith. “This new location allows us to better serve the community with an expanded range of products.” Call in to view the new branch or browse its extensive product range online, where you can take advantage of a new click- and-collect service: Quarry Business Park, Lurgan, BT66 8QF
isolated, whereas the new one is in a popular business park. It’s a much nicer environment and more inviting.” As well as attracting more members of the public, the new site is welcoming a boost in trade business with an extended stock range showcased on the shopfloor and in the yard, where a few extra staff members have been brought on board. “As part of a major group, we have very strong buying power and can compete with any of the merchants,” said Keith. “If we haven’t got a product here, we can certainly pick it up from one of our main branches in Belfast or elsewhere. “We also have a great team in place in Lurgan, offering plenty of experience and expertise in the trade, with a few younger people on board as well to freshen things up.” Officiating at an opening event for the
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