Dublin Airport Central

What Dublin Airport Central does

Dublin Airport Central is a commercial real estate development adjacent to Terminal 2 at Dublin Airport in Dublin, Ireland, owned and operated by daa plc, a state-owned Irish entity. The development offers Grade A LEED Gold accredited office space across multi-tenant buildings — Block TWO (10,873.8 sqm / 117,045 sqft, operational), Block THREE (8,448.7 sqm / 90,941 sqft, operational), and forthcoming Blocks FOUR and FIVE (each 11,703 sqm / 125,970 sqft) — all on a 70-acre masterplanned site. Core technical features include Platinum WiredScore connectivity infrastructure (multiple fibre providers, diverse telco intakes, secure telco rooms, DAS mobile coverage, generator-backed power), BER A-3 energy ratings, and a physical Link Bridge connecting tenants' offices directly to the Terminal 2 check-in desk.

The business model is a long-term commercial lease subscription: tenants sign multi-year contracts (Greencore's 20-year lease at approximately €36 per sqft is the disclosed benchmark) for configurable, scalable office floor plates. Go-to-market combines an in-house leasing team led by Head of Sales & Marketing Paul Byrne with two appointed commercial property brokers — Savills and Knight Frank — targeting primarily multinational corporations (Greencore, Boeing, Aer Lingus, Kellogg's, ESB International, Horseware Ireland) seeking internationally connected headquarters, alongside SMEs accessed through a flex-space partnership with Spaces (IWG plc). Customer segments span enterprise multinationals, growing businesses and SMEs, and US/international firms establishing a European footprint, leveraging Dublin Airport's US Preclearance facility.

Revenue is generated through recurring rent on multi-year contracts, supplemented by a curated ecosystem of tenant benefits (50+ discounts across F&B, hotels, retail at The Loop, ALSAA fitness, Fast Track boarding, Platinum Services) and community programming designed to drive retention. The asset is in active build-out phase, with Blocks FOUR and FIVE in the pipeline signalling expansion of the addressable footprint, while ongoing ESG-aligned certifications and US Preclearance access provide structural differentiation versus competing Irish office developments.

Name

Dublin Airport Central

Legal name

daa plc

Website

https://dublinairportcentral.com

Company type

Public

Founded year

2017

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

51–100 employees

Short description

Dublin Airport Central is a commercial real estate development owned by daa plc, leasing LEED Gold Grade A office space to multinational corporations and SMEs on Dublin Airport's campus adjacent to Terminal 2.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Commercial Real Estate / Office Leasing

NAICS

Airport Operations (48811), Other Airport Operations (488119)

SIC

Airports, Flying Fields & Airport Terminal Services (4581), Services-Equipment Rental & Leasing, Nec (7359)

akta.pro primary industry

Aviation Infrastructure Agencies (Public Airports, Airfield Ops, Ground Access) (BPAIALAE)

akta.pro secondary industries

Airport Terminal & Aviation Facilities Building Construction (IMAFACAL), Airport Lounges & Premium Passenger Facilities (THABALAA)

Keywords

• Commercial office leasing
• Grade A office space
• Airport-adjacent business park
• LEED certified real estate
• Flexible workspace solutions

Headquarters

HQ city

Dublin

HQ country

Ireland

HQ region

Europe

Offices1 record

Markets served

GTM type

B2B

Offering type

Services

Cost components

Infrastructure, Operations, Personnel, Marketing or Sales, Technology or R&D

Revenue model

1. Commercial Office Space Leasing: Dublin Airport Central generates revenue by leasing Grade A office space to corporate tenants on long-term leases. Buildings include Block TWO (10,873.8 sqm / 117,045 sqft), Block THREE (8,448.7 sqm / 90,941 sqft), and forthcoming Blocks FOUR and FIVE (each 11,703 sqm / 125,970 sqft). Tenants sign multi-year leases with rent payments. Greencore, for example, signed a 20-year lease at approximately €36 per sqft for 10,333 sqft at Block TWO. The development is owned and operated by daa plc's development arm.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion2 records

Distribution channels3 records

Marketing channels8 records

Core offering

Dublin Airport Central is a commercial real estate development offering LEED Gold Grade A office space for rent adjacent to Dublin Airport Terminal 2. The development comprises multiple office buildings (Block TWO operational at 10,873.8 sqm, Block THREE operational at 8,448.7 sqm, with Blocks FOUR and FIVE coming soon at 11,703 sqm each), targeting multinational corporations, growing businesses, and international companies seeking premium, airport-connected headquarters. Revenue is generated through long-term commercial leases with corporate tenants.

Product overview

Dublin Airport Central is a commercial real estate business park offering five office blocks (Blocks TWO through FIVE) as Phase 1 development, providing LEED Gold Grade A accredited office space totaling over 40,000 sqm. The core product consists of customizable workspace solutions with flexible floor plates for businesses of all sizes. The portfolio includes Block TWO (10,873.8 sqm, operational), Block THREE (8,448.7 sqm, operational), and Block FOUR and FIVE (11,703 sqm each, coming soon). All buildings feature Platinum WiredScore certification. Supporting services include The Loop airport shopping discounts, Flex Space partnership with Spaces, customer benefits program, Fast Track boarding, US Preclearance, Platinum Services, airport lounge access, hotel discounts, and an extensive community events program featuring wellness activities and networking events.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Products and services

• Block TWO Office Space LEED Gold Grade A accredited office building with 10,873.8 sqm / 117,045 sqft across 7 floors. Platinum WiredScore certified with flexible floor plates, located immediately adjacent to Terminal 2. Available for corporate tenants on long-term leases.
• Block THREE Office Space LEED Gold Grade A accredited office building with 8,448.7 sqm / 90,941 sqft. Features include 2.8m floor-to-ceiling height, central event plaza, city gardens, and 13-person passenger lifts. Available for corporate tenants on long-term leases.
• Block FOUR Office Space LEED Gold Grade A accredited office space with Platinum WiredScore certification. 11,703 sqm / 125,970 sqft with flexible configurable floor plates. Coming soon.
• Block FIVE Office Space LEED Gold Grade A accredited office space with Platinum WiredScore certification. 11,703 sqm / 125,970 sqft. Coming soon.
• Flex Space Partnership with Spaces (IWG plc) Flexible and serviced office solutions offered by Spaces (IWG plc), the world's largest flex space provider, for Dublin Airport Central tenants. Enables smaller and mid-sized occupiers to access the campus on flexible terms.

Quantifiable outcome

• 11% passenger growth year-over-year at Dublin Airport
• +5 more outcomes

Named customers11 records

Segments3 records

Ideal customer profiles3 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Feature4 records

Partnerships

Eleven partnerships are on record, tiered minor and core.

• Platinum at Dublin AirportminorGTM or Marketing Partner · 1 November 2023Platinum at Dublin Airport sponsored the inaugural High Flyers Networking Event at Dublin Airport Central, featuring Rosie Connolly (4th ARQ) and Ellen Kavanagh Jones (Waxperts, Heire) on the panel. Platinum is a private terminal service at Dublin Airport.
• SavillscoreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorSavills is one of two appointed leasing broker partners for Dublin Airport Central, representing the development to prospective commercial office tenants. Savills is a global commercial property consultancy. Contact: 33 Molesworth Street, Dublin 2; +353 1 618 1300; savills.ie
• Knight FrankcoreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorKnight Frank is one of two appointed leasing broker partners for Dublin Airport Central, representing the development to prospective commercial office tenants. Knight Frank is a global real estate consultancy. Contact: 20-21 Pembroke Street Upper, Dublin 2; +353 1 634 2466; knightfrank.ie. Knight Frank represented Greencore in its lease negotiation for Block TWO.
• Spaces (IWG plc)coreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorDublin Airport Central partnered with Spaces — the world's largest flex space and meeting room provider (part of IWG plc) — to offer flexible and serviced office solutions on the campus, enabling smaller and mid-market occupiers to access the Dublin Airport Central address.
• The Loop (Airport Retail)minorGTM or Marketing PartnerThe Loop is Dublin Airport's duty-free and retail shopping destination. Dublin Airport Central tenants receive exclusive staff discounts at The Loop, including an extra 10% off already discounted prices in beauty, alcohol, fashion, confectionery and jewellery, plus access to an exclusive staff outlet. Tenants must register through the staff-only page and present staff ID upon pickup.
• ALSAA (Airport Leo Sean Andrews Athletic Club)minorOthersALSAA is an on-campus sports and fitness facility offering a 25m swimming pool, gym, running and cycling tracks, tennis, squash, and sports pitches. Dublin Airport Central tenants receive discounted rates at ALSAA as part of the customer benefits package.
• Spectrum LifeminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerDublin Airport Central partnered with Spectrum Life, one of Ireland's leading corporate wellness companies, to deliver the 'Focus on You' wellbeing programme across three pillars: Focus your Mind, Focus your Body, and Focus your Life. Spectrum Life has been providing workplace wellbeing services to DAA since 2017 and delivers digital seminars on mental health, yoga, pilates, nutrition, financial planning, and work-life balance.
• Laya HealthcareminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerDublin Airport Central partnered with Laya Healthcare to host a Virtual Health and Wellbeing Festival on National Workplace Wellbeing Day, featuring five keynote speakers and free sessions for all Dublin Airport Central tenants.
• Halpenny GolfminorGTM or Marketing PartnerDublin Airport Central partnered with Halpenny Golf to host a golf event for customers on campus, coinciding with the Irish Open at the K Club, providing a networking opportunity for tenants.
• Radisson Blu Hotel Dublin AirportminorGTM or Marketing PartnerRadisson Blu Hotel Dublin Airport is an on-campus hotel offering accommodation and conference facilities. Dublin Airport Central tenants receive exclusive discounts on hotel stays and conference services. The hotel is 24-hour and also offers offsite catering services.
• Maldron Hotel Dublin AirportminorGTM or Marketing PartnerMaldron Hotel Dublin Airport is an on-campus hotel near Terminal 2. Dublin Airport Central tenants receive exclusive discounts on accommodation and conference facilities. A new 400+ room, 11-storey Maldron hotel connected to Terminal 2 by covered walkway is planned for the campus.

Scale indicators11 records

Recent moves7 records

Expansion highlights5 records

Market position

Strengths5 records

Competitive moat5 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights6 records

Customer concentration

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Compliance10 records

Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles2 records

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

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M&A

Investments

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