Ireland has emerged as an undeniable magnet for American corporations seeking to establish a robust foothold in Europe. One Irish player enabling businesses is daa PLC, a world leader in airport management and travel retail, which has diverse business ventures spanning aviation consultancy (daai), international duty-free retail (ARI), and airport operations (Dublin Airport and Cork Airport). One of their key initiatives, Dublin Airport Central (DAC), is a property development situated at the bustling heart of Dublin Airport. DAC, led by daa PLC’s commercial property development team, offers a cutting-edge international business campus. Its strategic location within the airport premises makes it a top choice for US companies seeking operational efficiency and convenient travel access.
Known as Ireland’s best-connected business destination, DAC stands directly opposite Terminal 2 at the airport, and is close to downtown Dublin, being only a 15-minute drive to the Dublin Docklands via the Port Tunnel. Dublin Airport is home to Ireland’s largest bus terminus with over 1,500 daily departures, allowing for easy access to the rest of the country.
As airport cities are increasingly becoming the destination of choice for international businesses, DAC not only offers a prime location, but also dynamic workspaces, an abundance of wellness amenities, an excellent community, premium services, two in-house gastronomy offerings, and global accreditations for sustainability. With a Grade A LEED Gold Building recognition, DAC is redefining the landscape of commercial office developments in Ireland, transforming into a distinct asset class.
DAC’s proximity to one of Europe’s busiest airports, which is operated by daa, further gives easy access to 193 routes globally. Dublin Airport was recently ranked the 17th most connected airport in the world by aviation data analysts, Cirium. Businesses can effortlessly connect to major business hubs such as London, Paris, Frankfurt, and Zurich. Moreover, the unique privilege of preclearance to the USA enhances the park’s allure, allowing for smooth business travel and enhancing productivity for executives on the go. As DAC continues to evolve, it’s not just a business park but a dynamic ecosystem fostering growth and efficiency for enterprises on an international scale.
Future Expansion Plans
Paul Byrne, Head of Leasing at DAC stated, “Dublin Airport Central has emerged as a premier international business campus, essentially a new city quarter for Dublin. We have created a new business hub for Ireland Inc that provides the perfect landing space for any US company looking to enter the EU market. Harnessing strategic Irish links and European connectivity to attract US multinationals, our journey began many years back when daa secured a rezoning of a large parcel of land of approximately 70 acres within the airport campus for high-tech commercial development.”
He continued, “Our commitment to progress and value creation resonates through every corner of DAC, embodying a dynamic environment that resonates with the future of business. DAC is able to provide flexibility for businesses looking to establish a presence, and companies can start with small offices and scale up as needed. With a range of amenities, including hotels on-site, DAC aims to create a seamless experience for those businesses, allowing them to focus on growth. We also have ambitious plans for the future. While DAC currently occupies over 350,000 square feet of commercial office space, operates two large hotels on campus with additional leisure, food and beverage offerings, it also has approval for an additional 250,000 square feet in two more buildings and a multi-story car park. The development is being carefully timed to align with market demand and we are open to discussions with potential partners or investors for future phases.”