Livingston Designer Outlet has secured a significant upsizing and relocation of global sportswear brand Nike, increasing the brand’s footprint at the destination, reinforcing the outlet’s position as Scotland’s leading retail destination with the new store nearly doubling its retail space.
The landmark deal marks a significant milestone in Global Mutual’s ongoing evolution of the scheme, reflecting sustained retailer confidence and the success of a targeted asset management strategy designed to enhance performance and support long term growth.
The agreement follows another strong period of performance for Livingston Designer Outlet, with the destination recently reporting sales growth of 16% year-on-year and a 18% increase in footfall. Sportswear has continued to be a key driver of that momentum, with the centre’s sports category recording 8% year-on-year sales growth, reinforcing demand for premium performance and lifestyle brands.
Scheduled to open in late September 2026, the significantly expanded Nike store will provide an enhanced retail environment, underlining the brand’s continued investment in Livingston Designer Outlet and supporting Global Mutual’s strategy to further strengthen its sports and performance offer.
The move forms part of a wider programme of enhancements across Livingston Designer Outlet, with Global Mutual continuing to optimise the retail offer and create opportunities for leading brands to grow their presence. The relocation positions Nike alongside other internationally recognised brands including Adidas, Puma, New Balance and Under Armour, creating a stronger destination for sports and performance offer while enhancing the overall customer experience.
The expanded store will offer an extended range of Nike’s apparel, footwear and accessories across both lifestyle and performance categories, delivering greater choice and an elevated in-store shopping experience.
Nicky Lovell, head of outlets and retail business and development at Global Mutual, said: “The upsizing and relocation of Nike is a clear example of our proactive asset management at Livingston Designer Outlet.
“Over the past 12 months, we have been investing in the scheme to optimise the retail offer and strengthen our brand mix through unit reconfiguration. This latest commitment from Nike reflects both the strength of the destination and the confidence in our long-term strategy. By continuing to invest in the asset and work closely with our brand partners, we are creating a more compelling, high-performing environment for both retailers and customers.”
The deal builds on a period of strong leasing momentum and continued investment across Livingston Designer Outlet. Recent activity includes refit commitments from Castore and NEXT, alongside new lettings to Flip Out, Tikka Nation and Hamilton & Brown, further enhancing the destination’s retail and leisure offer as it enters its next phase of growth.
