BREAKING: Work begins on multi-million euro development in Kildare

Work has begun on the Kildare Innovation Campus (KIC) on 184 acres between Celbridge and Leixlip in Co Kildare. 

The development is estimated to create 3,000 new high tech jobs over three phases by the end of 2030.

The estimated construction value is around €250m, according to Building Information Ireland database.

KIC is already home to MGS Ireland, Mercury, Hewlett Packard Enterprises, Cully Automation, DXC Technology and Nikon Precision Europe which currently employ over 1,000 people on the site.

The masterplan designed for the 72 hectare site will see the campus transform in three phases over the next 10 to 15 years into one of a state-of-the-art Science, Innovation and Technology campus. 

The development has the potential to substantially boost the economy of Kildare and the entire Mid East region.

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When fully completed, the campus will create the potential for around 4,000 jobs, including existing businesses already located on the site. 

Under the plan, 60 per cent of the campus will comprise innovation, deeptech and science facilities.

The remaining 40 per cent will provide buildings for Information and communication technologies (better known as ICT), quantum computing and data centre related activity. 

The campus will be fully connected to the national grid and is committed to investing in increasing Ireland’s renewable energy provision both on and off- site through the installation of substantial solar PV and through power purchase agreements where required.

Harvested rainwater will enable energy and water efficient cooling systems, and the site is designed to incorporate best practice nature-based systems to manage water usage. 

Aligning with the Leixlip Local Area Plan, included is new local access following the construction of a pedestrian and cycle overpass of the M4 motorway.