Primark
Owned by Associated British Foods
Verified 18 Aug 2026 · source as of 18 Aug 2026
History of Primark
25 dated events · 3 types
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10 of the 24 cited non-earnings events we hold for Primark are about retail footprint.
Corporate 3 · Retail footprint 10 · People 2 · Product & marketing 9
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- 22 Oct 2026First look: Primark opens first Qatar store
- 10 Sep 2026Primark to Enter Mexico Via Liverpool Partnership
- 1 Sep 2026Primark opens 500th store
- 30 Jun 2026Primark nears 50 US stores with latest openings
- 19 Jun 2026Primark to take empty Debenhams unit in Kent
- 10 Jun 2026Primark opens first store in Romania
- 11 May 2026Primark launches Manhattan flagship in US
- 9 Apr 2026Primark launches first UK customer app with click and collect integration
- 26 Mar 2026Primark opens at Ashley Centre in Epsom following £7m refurbishment
- 1 Jan 1971Primark opens its first major shops outside Dublin in 1971
2026
Press · Retail footprint
First look: Primark opens first Qatar store
Primark opened its first 52,000 sq ft store in Qatar, a three‑floor location launched in partnership with Alshaya Group.
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Primark taps actor Emmett J. Scanlan for Christmas campaign
Primark announced its Style Your Season Christmas campaign with actor Emmett J. Scanlan as menswear ambassador, launching in stores and via Click & Collect.
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First look: Primark launches breast cancer awareness collection
Primark launched a breast cancer awareness collection featuring post‑surgery bras, foam breast forms and a range of apparel, and will cover VAT on the bras in the UK.
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Primark Backs Circ With Long-term Recycled Polyester Deal
Primark signed a multiyear agreement to buy recycled polyester from Circ, committing to use the material in its clothing from 2029.
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Primark to Enter Mexico Via Liverpool Partnership
Primark announced it will open its first stores in Mexico through a franchise partnership with El Puerto de Liverpool.
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Primark to launch home delivery in Great Britain
Primark announced it will launch home delivery across Great Britain, aiming for profitable growth as part of its digital expansion.
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Pureseoul Partners with Primark to Launch Accessible K-Beauty Mini Mart
Primark partnered with Pureseoul to launch an exclusive K-Beauty Mini Mart in its stores, bringing Korean beauty diffusion and sister brands to the high‑street retailer.
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Primark launches new activewear sub-brand
Primark launched a new sub-label, Primark Form, expanding its activewear range with the 'Smooth Support' collection and an integrated marketing campaign.
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Press · Retail footprint
Primark has hit a new "growth milestone" as it opens the doors to its 500th store in La Cartiera shopping centre, Naples, Italy, today (1 September).
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In pictures: Primark launches second collection with Coleen Rooney
Primark announced its second "By Coleen" collection with TV personality Coleen Rooney, set to launch on 28 July.
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Primark nears 50 US stores with latest openings
Primark opened two new US locations in Houston and Indianapolis, expanding its U.S. footprint to 44 stores.
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Primark to take empty Debenhams unit in Kent
Primark will take over the former Debenhams and Select stores in County Square shopping centre in Ashford, Kent, creating 29,000 sq ft of trading space.
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Primark Names Keiron Birch Director of Womenswear Design, a New Role
Primark appointed Keiron Birch as Director of Womenswear Design to strengthen its womenswear focus on fit, material, wash and wear.
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Primark appointed Ingka Group deputy chief financial officer Lucy Slinger as its new CFO.
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Primark opens first store in Romania
Primark opened its first physical store in south‑west Romania, marking the brand’s entry into the market.
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Primark celebrates getting away with 'high style' in heist campaign
Primark has unveiled the latest instalment of its 'That's So Primark' brand platform, which introduces its summer collection to its UK, US and Spanish audiences.
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Press · Retail footprint
Primark launches Manhattan flagship in US
Primark opened its Manhattan flagship store, the retailer's 11th shop in New York State.
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Primark launches first UK customer app with click and collect integration
Primark launched its first UK customer-facing mobile app, adding click‑and‑collect, real‑time stock checks and other features to its store‑led model.
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Primark opens at Ashley Centre in Epsom following £7m refurbishment
Primark opened a new 31,400 sq ft store at Ashley Centre in Epsom, becoming the centre’s new anchor tenant after a £7 million refurbishment.
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Press · Product & marketing
Primark leans into value-fashion tension with 'Shockingly Chic' spring campaign
Primark launched its new womenswear "Shockingly Chic" spring campaign to sharpen fashion credentials while reinforcing its value proposition.
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2005
History · Corporate
Primark acquires Littlewoods retail shops in 2005
Primark acquired UK retailer Littlewoods's retail shops for £409 million in 2005.
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1976
History · Corporate
Primark rebrands to Primark outside Ireland in 1976
From 27 August 1976 Primark used the Primark name outside the Republic of Ireland, keeping Penneys only in Ireland.
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History · Corporate
Primark changes name from Penneys to Primark outside Ireland
Primark changed its former name Penneys to Primark outside Ireland in 1976.
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1971
History · Retail footprint
Primark opens its first major shops outside Dublin in 1971
Primark opened its first major shops outside Dublin in Cork and Belfast in 1971.
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1969
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