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A Heritage Built on Craft, Innovation and Generations of Expertise

Cross began in Cork City in the mid-19th century as a family-run carriage hire and stables business. By the 1920s, that same drive pushed Cross into early domestic refrigeration, selling ice boxes and mechanical cooling systems. In the 1930s, Cross delivered its first commercial coldroom to the Royal Oyster Tavern, marking a clear shift into specialist refrigeration.

As demand grew, Cross retrained its motor mechanics in refrigeration engineering, building deep technical skill from the ground up. In 1966, Cross became the Frigidaire distributor for Ireland, leading to a formal separation from the original garage business. By 1968, the company focused fully on commercial refrigeration, shaping the business Cross is known for today.

Today, Cross is a leading provider of commercial refrigeration for Ireland’s retail sector. Major retailers trust Cross for reliable systems, strong engineering, and long-term support. With a clear focus on energy efficiency and sustainable design, Cross continues to push performance standards across the industry.

Integrated Support Across Ireland

As retail environments evolved, Cross grew to match the demands of national operators. The business invested in skilled engineers, structured maintenance programmes, and nationwide service coverage to support stores operating around the clock. From planned servicing to rapid-response callouts, Cross provides dependable support where downtime is not an option.

Grounded in Values, Guided by Experience

Today, Cross works with major food retailers across Ireland, delivering service, maintenance, and technical support at scale. Despite its national reach, the business remains grounded in the same practical values established in Cork over six decades ago: accountability, consistency, and a long-term commitment to keeping critical retail systems operating as they should.

Keeping stores trading, stock protected and compliance tight.