Industries & Sectors
Life Sciences
Fuelling discovery with real estate insight.
Ireland's life sciences sector is booming, thanks to breakthroughs in pharma and biotech. Our team offers real estate strategies that help companies grow and researchers excel.
We bring deep sector expertise and market knowledge to every project, from site selection and compliance to lab design. Whether you're a global giant, a startup, or an investor, we provide specialised guidance to find the right space in the right location. We turn our understanding of the sector's unique needs into clear strategies that speed up your work and support your goals in this dynamic landscape.
Ready to advance your life sciences strategy? Contact us today.
What Sets Us Apart
End-to-end expertise
We guide you through the life sciences asset lifecycle. From R&D site selection and GMP compliance to lab conversions and portfolio optimisation, we ensure your real estate decisions align with your scientific and commercial goals across Ireland's key clusters.
Science-led, market-smart
Our advisers combine hands-on pharma and biotech experience with deep knowledge of Ireland’s regulatory landscape. We understand your facility's technical needs and the strategic importance of proximity to talent and research institutions.
Data-driven strategy
We provide insights on construction costs, labour markets, planning timelines, and demand forecasts. This data-rich approach enables faster, more confident decision-making, which is critical for a competitive advantage.
Talent-focused location strategy
Success starts with talent. We identify locations that boost recruitment by analysing proximity to universities, transport links, and amenities across Dublin, Cork, Limerick, and other emerging hubs.
Future-ready facilities
We create flexible, compliant spaces that meet current needs and support future growth. Our expertise covers sustainable design, modular construction, and adaptive reuse strategies to extend asset value.
Connected across markets
We use our strong relationships in Ireland's life sciences ecosystem and our global platform to connect capital, talent, and opportunities. This network gives clients access to emerging investment opportunities and strategic intelligence.
Services
Investor Services
Capital Markets
We connect investors with specialised life sciences opportunities across Ireland. Our team provides transaction advisory, portfolio strategy, and market intelligence to help investors capitalise on Ireland's position as a global life sciences hub.
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Agency Leasing
Our specialists understand life sciences occupiers' unique needs, from infrastructure to lease flexibility. We position properties to attract quality tenants and negotiate terms that balance landlord and occupier objectives.
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Asset Services
We manage life sciences assets with precision, ensuring regulatory compliance and operational efficiency. Our teams handle specialised maintenance, manage tenant relations, and implement strategies to preserve asset value.
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Valuation & Advisory
Our professionals provide accurate valuations for specialised life sciences properties, considering infrastructure, compliance, and market position. These insights support acquisition decisions and strategic planning.
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Project & Development Services
We guide clients through developing specialised life sciences facilities, from feasibility to delivery. Our team manages technical requirements and regulatory approvals to create compliant, efficient spaces for scientific innovation.
Energy & Sustainability Services
We implement sustainability strategies for energy-intensive facilities. Our solutions reduce operational costs and improve energy efficiency without compromising the precise environmental controls essential for research and production.
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Occupier Services
Tenant Representation
Our tenant representation services help life sciences companies secure facilities that support their scientific and business objectives. We evaluate locations based on talent availability, infrastructure, regulatory environment, and expansion potential.
Supply Chain & Logistics Advisory
We design supply chain strategies for pharmaceutical and biotech products. Our team identifies optimal warehouse locations, evaluates cold chain capabilities, and streamlines logistics networks to ensure product integrity and compliance.
Location & Labour Analytics
Our analytics platform provides detailed intelligence on labour markets, wage trends, and workforce availability specific to scientific roles. This data informs location decisions that support talent acquisition strategies.
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Project & Development Services
We manage the design, construction, and fit-out of life sciences facilities. Our project managers ensure your labs, cleanrooms, and manufacturing suites are completed on time and within budget, all while meeting strict regulatory standards.
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Facility Services
We provide facility management services for life sciences operations. Our teams maintain cleanroom protocols, coordinate equipment servicing, and ensure continuous regulatory compliance while optimising operational costs.
Corporate Sustainability Services
We help life sciences companies achieve their sustainability objectives through energy optimisation, waste reduction, and environmental reporting. Our services align real estate strategies with broader ESG commitments.
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Specialisation
Industry Expertise
Pharmaceutical Manufacturing
We help pharmaceutical companies secure and optimise manufacturing facilities, addressing needs like GMP compliance, expansion planning, and access to skilled workforces.
Biotechnology & Research
We guide biotech companies through real estate challenges, from labs to research campuses. We find flexible spaces that adapt to evolving research and clinical timelines.
Healthcare & Medical Devices
We find properties with clean manufacturing environments and technical infrastructure for MedTech companies, ensuring proximity to talent and supply chain partners.
Research Institutions
We assist universities and research organisations in developing and managing specialised facilities. Our expertise includes securing funding, planning complex lab spaces, and fostering collaboration between academia and industry.
Research
Video • Investment / Capital Markets
CushWake Conversation: Evolution of Asset Services
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Elevating Dublin's Urban Inclusivity
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Video • Investment / Capital Markets
CushWake Conversation: Regional Office Market Trends
Research • Investment / Capital Markets
Video • Investment / Capital Markets
CushWake Conversations: Retail & Logistics Synergy
Brendan Smyth, Director, Head of Industrial & Logistics and Karl Stewart, Director, Head of Retail, sat down to discuss the synergies between retail and logistics sectors, highlighting how they are moving towards potentially becoming a single, interconnected market despite some challenges.
Insights • Sustainability / ESG
Events • Sustainability / ESG
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