Primark was founded in 1969 by Arthur Ryan, a former managing director of Penneys in Ireland. Ryan acquired a number of Irish stores, including the original store in Mary Street, Dublin and opened the first Primark store in Dublin in June 1969. The company has grown to become one of the largest fashion retailers in Europe, with more than 350 stores in the United Kingdom, Ireland, Continental Europe, and the United States.

Who is Primark owned by?

Primark is owned by Associated British Foods, a multinational food processing and retailing company based in the United Kingdom. Primark operates in several countries around the world, including the United Kingdom, Ireland, Spain, Germany, Portugal, Netherlands, Austria, Belgium, France, and the United States.

Why is it called Primark?

Primark is an international clothing retailer that was founded in 1969 in Dublin, Ireland. The company was originally named Penneys after the founder, Arthur Ryan, but changed the name to Primark in 1974. The name “Primark” is an amalgam of the words “primary” and “market,” which reflects the company’s commitment to providing affordable clothing for the whole family.