Congratulations to our member, Playr-Fit on the completion of their £2 million investment in its Newry HQ, which will see the creation of 12 new jobs over the next 12 months.
The rapidly-growing teamwear company currently employs 31 people in its wider business and is targeting further growth in Ireland & Great Britain to meet growing market demand.
Founded in 2018 by Kieran Quinn and Steven Burns, Playr-Fit supplies bespoke sportswear and teamwear to clubs, schools, colleges, universities and businesses.
The company bought the building located on the Forkhill Road on the outskirts of Newry City in early 2025 and went on to launch an extensive renovation and redevelopment programme.
The new headquarters houses the company’s operational, design, customer sample, fulfilment and staff welfare areas under one roof.
The ground floor includes a customer sample and consultation area where clubs, schools and organisations can review garments, fabrics and product options by appointment. It also has an expanded operational area for stock handling, order processing, packing and fulfilment.
The 12 new roles will be a mix of Newry-based support functions, remote and field-based sales developer roles and positions linked to the company’s planned expansion in Great Britain.
Playr-Fit will begin recruiting in the coming months, with further details to be announced as positions become available.
Kieran Quinn, Co-Owner & Director of Playr-Fit, said the aim was to create more than just a home for the company’s current operations.
“Our ambition was not simply to create a new home for the company’s current operations, but to develop a headquarters capable of supporting the wider Playr-Fit business as we continue to grow.”
“This £2 million investment is a clear statement of our belief in the potential for Playr-Fit to expand to meet growing market demand. It gives us the capacity to operate at a much larger scale, enter new markets and accelerate our growth across Ireland & Great Britain.”
“We have made a significant investment in the building, technology and facilities, but at its heart, this is an investment in our people. It is about giving our team the environment, tools and support they need to do their best work and drive Playr-Fit forward.”
“Steven and I are incredibly proud of what we have achieved together and our entire team is excited about the opportunities that lie ahead.”
Steven Burns, Co-Owner & Director, Steven Burns said creating an environment focused on staff wellbeing was every bit as important as increasing the company’s operational capacity.
“At Playr-Fit, we want to create more than jobs, we want to build a workplace where people feel valued and can thrive.”
“The investment in staff welfare areas, canteen space and modern working facilities is about supporting and appreciating the people who drive the business every day.”
Congratulations to Kieran and Steven and all the team in this exciting next chapter for a fantastic, ambitious, local business and we wish you every continued success as you continue to go from strength to strength.
For more info on PLAYR-FIT, please visit:
www.playr-fit.com