1,900 jobs to be created as Major Expansion Proposed for Mahon Point Cork

A significant new chapter for Mahon and Cork city has been unveiled with the imminent submission of a planning application for a landmark mixed-use, development at Mahon Point Shopping Centre. The project named Mahon Point 2.0, will bring 251 much-needed new homes, enhanced civic amenities and social spaces, integrated transport infrastructure, and new retail and office offerings to the area, on what was a brownfield site. Set to generate a long-term economic and social boost, the project will be delivered on a phased basis and is expected to create 1560 new permanent jobs (inc 581 by office occupiers), alongside 365 jobs during construction. Read the full story here.