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Kirkland Investments Proudly Celebrates 1BQ’s Award Nominations

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Kirkland Investments Proudly Celebrates 1BQ’s Award Nominations

We are thrilled to announce that 1BQ, our landmark development in Limerick City Centre, has been shortlisted for several prestigious awards in 2025, recognizing excellence in architecture, design, and structural innovation:

1BQ is an 18,232m² mixed-use development, thoughtfully designed on a 0.4ha brownfield site in the heart of Limerick City. Combining high-quality commercial spaces with residential units, 1BQ exemplifies our commitment to sustainable, transformative urban development.

We are incredibly proud of this recognition and the talented teams who helped bring 1BQ to life.

Kirkland Investments Shortlisted for Developer of the Year at Business Post National Property Awards

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Kirkland Investments is proud to announce its shortlisting for Developer of the Year at the prestigious Business Post National Property Awards. This recognition highlights Kirkland’s commitment to excellence, innovation, and sustainable development in the Irish property sector.

The nomination reflects the company’s outstanding work in delivering high-quality residential and commercial projects, setting new benchmarks for design, sustainability, and community impact. Being shortlisted among Ireland’s leading developers is a testament to Kirkland Investments’ dedication to shaping the future of real estate.

The winners will be announced at the upcoming awards ceremony 27th February 2025, celebrating the best in the industry. Stay tuned for updates as we look forward to the results!

See full list of nominees on Business Post

Time-lapse video of 1BQ Limerick

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The transformation of the 1BQ development in Limerick, captured from start to finish in a detailed timelapse. This state-of-the-art riverside project highlights the seamless coordination of the development team and expert craftsmanship that brought this iconic development to life.

Verizon secures lease for 1BQ office building in Limerick

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Eight-storey glass tower office block is designed to achieve LEED Gold, Wired Score Platinum and a BER of A3

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US giant Verizon inks deal for 84,300sq ft of office space at 1BQ in Limerick City

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Verizon Communications signs long-term lease in newly developed building at Bishop’s Quay on city’s waterfront

Verizon Communications, a global leader in enterprise and consumer communications and technology services, has committed to a 15-year lease for 84,334 sq ft (7,835 sq m) at the newly developed 1BQ office scheme in Limerick City. The agreed rent is approximately €40 per sq ft, making this a significant move for the company in Ireland.

Developed by Kirkland Investments, 1BQ boasts a prime waterfront location overlooking the River Shannon at Bishop’s Quay in the heart of Limerick. The eight-storey office building is designed with sustainability and digital connectivity in mind, aiming for LEED Gold and WiredScore Platinum certifications, alongside a high-efficiency Ber rating of A3. In addition to the office space, the development features ground-floor commercial units and residential apartments, with retail spaces still available to let.

A spokesperson for Kirkland Investments commented: “Verizon’s decision to establish their newest centre of excellence at 1BQ is a tremendous endorsement for Limerick. This move not only boosts the city’s economic landscape but reinforces our vision of creating a space tailored for global occupiers. We’re proud that 1BQ stands as a beacon of sustainability and digital readiness in Ireland.”

Savills advised 1BQ on the deal, while Verizon was represented by Cushman & Wakefield.

 

Read original story on the Irish Times

Limerick Hurling Stars Turn the Sod at Kirkland Investments’ New Medical Services Building in Towlerton, Ballysimon

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Limerick Hurlers, Declan Hannon and Darragh O’Donovan today turned the sod at Kirkland Investments’ latest project, a new Medical Services Building in Towlerton, Ballysimon, Co. Limerick.

This new building will be a five story Clinical Service Hub leased by Bon Secours Health System and Alliance Medical Diagnostic Imaging Ltd. The building is adjacent to the new Bon Secours Hospital Limerick, currently under-construction, which is opening in early 2025, and will form part of the overall service offering for the region.

Rudi Butler of Kirkland Investments said

“Kirkland Investments Ltd. are delighted to have members of the Limerick Hurling team here to break ground on this exciting new development which represents one part of a wider masterplan for this mixed use site. It highlights our continued commitment to providing modern tenant focused buildings, whilst contributing significantly to the local economy and providing long term employment for the Limerick area. It’s worth noting that Limerick City and County Council along with neighbours in the vicinity have proved helpful throughout the planning process and have shared in the masterplan vision for the site, which when finished will massively benefit the local community. In conjunction with the adjacent Educate Together secondary school and the new Bon Secours Hospital Limerick, currently under construction, Towlerton will create a new sustainable, urban neighbourhood, of which Limerick can be very proud.”

The ground floor will contain outpatient radiology services provided by Bon Secours Diagnostic Imaging, a joint venture between Bon Secours Health System and Alliance Medical Diagnostic Imaging. This comprehensive radiology service will include MRI, CT, X-Ray, Dexa, Ultrasound and for the first time in the region, PET CT scanning. PET scans are used in the diagnosis and treatment of many diseases. The most common use is in the detection of cancer and the evaluation of cancer treatment, with more recent applications in the area of Neuroimaging and the diagnosis of Alzheimer’s disease.

The remaining floors will contain outpatient Clinical Measurement Diagnostics in the areas of Cardiology, Vascular and Neurology and Consultant Consulting Rooms associated with the new Bon Secours Limerick Hospital.

Sarah O’Sullivan of Bon Secours Health System added,

“We are delighted that construction has now commenced on what will become our new Clinical Service Hub for Bon Secours Hospital Limerick. We are excited to be partnering with Alliance Medical on this new joint venture. This new building will enable us to offer state of the art diagnostics to our outpatients in a location that is adjacent, but separate, to our main hospital, improving ease of access for patients. Cardiology services will form a strong component of the new hospital and the combination of this hub and the state-of-the-art services available within the new hospital will provide the full Cardiology patient experience.”

The building is scheduled for completion in Q1 2025.

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Mayor of Limerick turns sod on new Lidl store

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GROUND has been broken at Lidl’s newest store in Limerick, with Mayor John Moran on hand this past week to turn the first sod.

Lidl is currently building its latest store in Towlerton, Ballysimon, which will mark Limerick’s sixth outlet by the German retailer.

30 jobs will be created by the new store, with up to 100 construction jobs being supported throughout the store’s construction.

Planning permission was granted by Limerick City and County Council for a mixed-use development at the new suburb in Towlerton, which will see the new Lidl store built, as well as commercial, residential and office space.

Limerick Educate Together School was opened in the new suburb last year, and the new Bon Secours hospital is currently also under construction.

 

Read full story in the Limerick Post

Taoiseach turns sod on new €190m Bon Secours hospital Limerick

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The Taoiseach, Leo Varadkar, has welcomed the development of a new €190m Bon Secours hospital in Ballysimon, Limerick, to be opened in 2025, which will create 250 new jobs and greatly expand services offered to all patients in the mid-west.

Part of a wider €300m national investment by Bon Secours Health System in line with its 2025 strategic plan, the Limerick hospital, being delivered by John Sisk & Son, expects to be able to treat more than 50,000 patients annually through a wide range of services and technologically advanced care offered by the new facilities.

Bon Secours Hospital Limerick

Turning the sod for the development in Limerick, the Taoiseach said, “This is an extremely welcome healthcare development for the Limerick and mid-west region. In addition to creating 250 new high-skilled jobs, 150 additional hospital beds are being provided to add to the 96 new beds being provided at UHL. It will greatly expand the quality of health services on offer to people living and working in the mid-west. This hospital will be used by private patients who are insured and public patients funded by the government. I am confident that there can be good cooperation and integration of all healthcare in the region; public, private, hospital and community, as envisaged by the Sláintecare Plan. Bon Secours Health System’s sustained investment in world-class care and facilities is a testament to its continued commitment to technologically advanced healthcare innovation and excellence. I am honoured to turn the first sod for this new hospital.”

John Sisk & Son

Marcus Carne, Regional Director, John Sisk & Son, said, “John Sisk & Son is excited to mark the official ground-breaking of Bon Secours Health System (BSHS) new hospital in Limerick. The project has been an aspiration for clinicians, health planners and local people for many years, and this is another milestone in its delivery. The Sisk team and our local supply chain partners have been actively on site for the last six weeks. We look forward to continuing our valued relationship with BSHS and collaborating on the delivery of a state-of-the-art medical facility for the people of Limerick and the greater mid-west region.”

Bon Secours Health System

Bill Maher, Group Chief Executive, Bon Secours Health System, added, “This new facility will transform day-care surgical and oncology treatments available in Limerick, provide new services such as general medicine, a new cath lab and cardiology, and widen patient-centred services to a growing local population. It is the latest development in our €300m national investment strategy, with the mid-west now set to further benefit from the high-quality healthcare and technologically advanced services that are the Bon Secours hallmark. The Taoiseach’s support today is a real endorsement of our ongoing efforts to provide the highest quality in service provision, combining the latest technologies and approaches with compassion and personalised medical care. Our ambition is to continue to build greater partnership with the public system to increase national capacity, improve services and jointly tackle waiting lists providing good help to those in need.”

Kirkland Investments

Rudi Butler, Chairman, Kirkland Investments, said, “Kirkland Investments Ltd are delighted to see this fantastic facility break ground today, this is a significant milestone for Limerick and indeed the mid-west. The delivery of this 150-bed private hospital has been a collaborative approach for all key stakeholders involved, including the Bon Secours Health System, Limerick City & County Council and Kirkland Investments, who are all working together to ensure the delivery of this much-needed private hospital. Kirkland would like to thank the Bon Secours for choosing Towlerton as the site for this state-of-the-art hospital and Limerick City & County Council for their help throughout the process. In conjunction with the adjacent secondary school, currently under construction, Towlerton will create a new sustainable, urban neighbourhood, of which Limerick can be very proud. The development of Towlerton and planned further investment from Kirkland is a huge vote of confidence for Limerick and the mid-west.”

Bon Secours Hospital Limerick features

Key features of the new facility will include:

– 75 inpatient beds (all single en-suite rooms)

– Four-bed special observation Unit (single en-suite rooms)

– 20 endoscopy recovery bays and three procedure rooms

– 20-bay day surgical unit

– Radiology department

– Four operating theatres

– 10-bay medical assessment unit

– Dedicated ophthalmology unit

– Pre-assessment unit

– Minor operation rooms

This hospital is being built on a sustainable site with access to public transport, provision for EV parking and facilities for cyclists. To save energy and to be aware of climate change, the buildings will be equipped with heat pump technology for heating and cooling, green roof technology and natural daylight and ventilation will be used where appropriate.

Last year, Bon Secours Health System announced a €300mi national investment in its services as part of a new strategy, Resilience, Reliability and Readiness – The 2025 Plan, which includes new capital projects, state-of-the-art equipment, IT infrastructure, and the creation of 450 new jobs across the country. As well as its new hospital plans for Limerick, Bon Secours has recently opened new €10m operating theatres in Cork. A €16m new day ward and oncology unit in Dublin are set to open in June, with Bon Secours Tralee also planning to open a new €10m medical assessment unit and surgical day ward in 2024.

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