Pret A Manger to launch third NI store

Pret A Manger will soon launch its third Northern Ireland store at Belfast International Airport, expanding its presence in the region.

The new location will open in the airside Departures concourse within weeks and create 40 jobs. Airport officials say the addition supports their mission to “diversify retail and catering options” and give travellers more choice.

A spokesperson confirmed that the project is part of a wider redevelopment programme to upgrade commercial facilities across the terminal. It follows several recent investments, including a new security hall, walk-through duty-free, an expanded arrivals hall, and improvements to the forecourt.

This shop will join Pret’s Belfast city centre and Grand Central Station branches, becoming its 11th store on the island of Ireland. The company has made travel hubs a priority for its growth strategy.

Dan Owens, Chief Executive of Belfast International Airport said: “We are thrilled to welcome Pret A Manger to Belfast International Airport.

“This new store is a direct response to our passengers’ evolving preferences and a testament to our ongoing commitment to enhancing their journey.”

Gerard Loughran, Chief Executive at the Carebrook Partnership Ltd added: “This new opening at Belfast International Airport is an exciting new milestone for us as we continue to grow the Pret brand in Northern Ireland.

“We’re delighted to be opening in Northern Ireland’s principal airport, the second largest gateway on the Island of Ireland, and to be able to offer travellers our freshly made food and organic coffee before they set off on their travels.

“We look forward to hiring a lovely team and serving our first airport customers soon.”

Travellers will be able to choose from Pret’s menu of freshly prepared sandwiches, salads, hot meals, baked goods, snacks, and a wide range of barista-made drinks.