Case Study 3:
Drogheda Port Company
20-Year Consultancy Partnership
Strategic Background
The construction of a new headquarters for Drogheda Port Company marked a significant milestone in the regeneration of Drogheda’s historic town centre. This state-of-the-art facility at Greenhills Industrial Park was designed not just as an operational upgrade, but as a strategic asset to reinforce the port’s regional significance, support economic growth, and anchor future development within the town.
Brady Hughes Consulting was engaged to manage the design, planning, and delivery of the headquarters facility — a move that underscored Drogheda Port Company’s long-standing trust in our technical and strategic capabilities.
Planning & Collaboration
Working closely with Drogheda Port Company and a multidisciplinary team of design professionals, we led a collaborative effort to translate operational requirements into a compliant and future-proof design. This involved proactive engagement with Louth County Council, close liaison with building services engineers and structural consultants, and a clear understanding of procurement timelines.
Our input ensured the development not only met regulatory standards but contributed positively to the surrounding built environment.
Our Role & Services
Concept-to-completion project management
Full coordination of the design team, including architects, engineers, and QS
Oversight of the planning permission and tendering process
Contractor selection, appointment, and construction supervision
Liaison with Drogheda Port Company on operational integration
Brady Hughes Consulting served as the project manager and planning lead. Our multi-role involvement ensured alignment between planning objectives, contractor execution, and stakeholder expectations.
Community Collaboration
This project represents a meaningful step in the rejuvenation of Drogheda’s town core, creating a contemporary headquarters that reflects the Port Company’s identity and ongoing commitment to the region. The development delivers not just operational benefits, but contributes to Drogheda’s civic architecture and urban character.
infrastructure
The new headquarters includes modern office infrastructure with enhanced connectivity, accessibility, and site servicing. Key infrastructure elements included:
Site clearance and enabling works
New access and internal roads
Foul and surface water systems
ICT and building services coordination
These works were phased and managed with minimal disruption to port operations.
sustainability
Sustainability features were embedded in both design and material selection. Emphasis was placed on:
Energy-efficient M&E systems
Thermal performance through high-grade insulation
Lifecycle durability to reduce long-term operational costs
Design features that enhance natural light and employee wellbeing
Milestones & Project Outcomes
Planning permission secured within target timeframes
Contractor selected through competitive tender
Project delivered on budget and to programme
Headquarters now fully operational and housing Port administration
Development acts as a strategic anchor for Drogheda Port’s evolving role in the northeast’s logistics and maritime economy.
Challenges & How We Overcame Them
Stakeholder Coordination
Multiple design consultants, service engineers, and client reps required centralised management — we acted as the communication hub to ensure consistency across decisions.
Site Access & Service Integration
Legacy infrastructure and access challenges were addressed through comprehensive site investigations and adaptive design modifications.
Tight Programme Timelines
Planning, tendering, and delivery were coordinated under a compressed timeline — mitigated by detailed pre-construction planning and early contractor engagement.
Insights for Future Projects
The Drogheda Port Company Headquarters reflects the power of aligned planning, engineering, and community-focused delivery. This project demonstrates Brady Hughes Consulting’s capability to deliver high-impact civic infrastructure that serves strategic, operational, and regional development goals. As trusted advisors and delivery partners, we were proud to contribute to this project’s success and to Drogheda’s continued regeneration.
Summary & Strategic Impact
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