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Driving value across the data centre lifecycle.


Ireland is now Europe's top location for data centres, thanks to its reliable energy, strong connectivity, and supportive business climate. As digital needs and AI grow, so does the demand for secure, well-placed facilities.

We offer real estate solutions designed for data centres. From finding the best sites with enough power to handling planning permissions, our team has the technical skill and market knowledge to help you succeed in Ireland.

Whether you're expanding large-scale operations or setting up smaller facilities, we act as your strategic advisors throughout the entire process.

Ready to advance your data centre strategy? Contact us today.

What Sets Us Apart

End-to-end lifecycle support

We guide clients through every phase of the data centre journey, from site identification and power procurement to facility operations and disposal. Our integrated model ensures your real estate strategy aligns with digital infrastructure needs across Ireland's dynamic market.

Sector-specific expertise

Our specialists understand the technical and regulatory details of data centre real estate. We evaluate power, fibre, cooling, and planning constraints to deliver strategies that meet the exacting standards of hyperscale and enterprise clients.

Connected to the market

We have direct relationships with utility providers, local authorities, and operators across Ireland. This network gives clients early access to opportunities and accelerates approvals where timing and relationships are key.

Powered by intelligence

Our research offers real-time visibility into supply, power, pricing, and regulations. This intelligence helps clients make informed decisions quickly, securing the best sites before competitors in a limited market.

Global reach, local execution

With deep expertise in Ireland and our international platform, we support clients across multiple markets. Our teams deliver consistent service whilst adapting strategies to local conditions and regulations.

Performance-minded and future-focused

Downtime is not an option. We prioritise resilience, sustainability, and efficiency in every recommendation. Our strategies support current needs whilst anticipating future capacity, energy regulations, and tech advancements.

Services

Investor Services



Capital Markets


We connect investors with active capital sources. Our team structures transactions, manages marketing, and negotiates terms to optimise pricing and execution certainty for acquisitions and disposals.

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Agency Leasing


For data centre owners, we develop marketing strategies, qualify prospective tenants, and negotiate lease terms. Our goal is to maximise occupancy and rental rates while meeting ownership objectives.

Learn more about our agency leasing services

Asset Services


We optimise data centre performance through strategic asset management. Our services enhance operational efficiency, reduce costs, and improve tenant satisfaction via financial oversight and capital planning.

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Valuation & Advisory


Our professionals deliver independent assessments of data centre assets. We apply specialised methodologies for financing, portfolio management, and financial reporting purposes.

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Project Development Services


We guide investors through the entire data centre development lifecycle, from site selection and feasibility studies to project management and construction oversight. Our expertise ensures projects are delivered on time and within budget, maximising your return on investment.

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Energy & Sustainability Services


We help investors navigate energy procurement and sustainability certifications. Our goal is to enhance asset competitiveness while meeting regulatory requirements and tenant expectations.

Learn more about our sustainability services


Occupier Services



Tenant Representation


We represent occupiers in securing data centre space that aligns with their technical, budget, and growth needs. Our services include market analysis, site viewings, and lease negotiation.

Supply Chain & Logistics Advisory


For operators managing equipment and hardware, our specialists optimise logistics networks. We help you reduce costs and improve operational efficiency across your facility footprint.

Location & Labour Analytics


Data centre site selection requires rigorous analysis of power, connectivity, and skilled labour. We provide quantitative location analytics to evaluate these critical factors, costs, and regulations.

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Project & Development Services


From new construction to retrofits, our project managers coordinate design, procurement, and delivery. We ensure data centre developments meet technical, timeline, and budget targets.

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Facilities Services

Our specialists oversee daily operations, maintenance, and contractor coordination to maximise uptime and efficiency. We deliver customised service programmes that prioritise reliability and control costs.

Learn more about our facility management services

Corporate Sustainability Services

 
We help clients implement sustainability strategies that reduce carbon footprints and improve energy efficiency. Our services ensure you align with ESG commitments and regulatory requirements. 

Learn more about our sustainability services

Team

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Dublin 2, Ireland

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Frequently Asked Questions

Site selection in the region requires evaluating multiple critical factors: available power capacity and grid connectivity, fibre infrastructure and latency to key markets, planning permission timelines and local authority relationships, cooling water availability or air-cooling feasibility, and proximity to existing digital infrastructure hubs. We assess these variables systematically, leveraging our relationships with utility providers and planning authorities to identify sites that meet technical requirements whilst minimising development risk and timeline uncertainty.

The national planning framework has evolved to address development more rigorously, particularly regarding energy consumption and grid impact. Recent guidelines require developers to demonstrate power demand justification and explore renewable energy solutions. We navigate these requirements by engaging early with planning authorities, coordinating utility connections, and structuring applications that address sustainability concerns whilst maintaining project viability. Our experience with Ireland's regulatory landscape accelerates approvals and reduces compliance risk.

Power availability varies significantly by location and grid capacity. While specific figures fluctuate based on ongoing developments and grid upgrades, certain regions face constraints due to existing data centre concentration. We maintain current intelligence on power availability across key corridors, working directly with utility providers to identify viable connection points and secure capacity allocations before they become publicly known. This early-stage access is critical in a market where power availability often determines site feasibility.

Operational cost optimisation requires a multi-dimensional approach: negotiating favourable power purchase agreements and exploring renewable energy options, implementing advanced cooling technologies, and optimising space utilisation. We conduct comprehensive operational audits to identify cost reduction opportunities whilst maintaining uptime standards and service quality.

Colocation provides immediate access to operational space with shared infrastructure, suitable for organisations requiring rapid deployment. Build-to-suit facilities offer customised design and dedicated infrastructure, ideal for large-scale operators with specific technical requirements. Powered shell options provide core infrastructure whilst allowing tenants to customise interior fit-out. We evaluate your operational requirements, timeline constraints, and financial objectives to recommend the optimal approach for the local market conditions.

We provide coordinated portfolio strategies that leverage our global platform whilst applying local market expertise. Our teams assess power availability, regulatory frameworks, and market dynamics across target locations, identifying optimal sites that support network architecture and latency requirements. We coordinate due diligence, negotiate lease terms, and manage project delivery across multiple sites simultaneously, ensuring consistent execution standards whilst adapting to local market conditions. This integrated approach accelerates expansion timelines and reduces execution risk for operators scaling across Europe and globally.

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