COWI opens new office in Ireland

19 March 2025

COWI spearheads Project Ireland 2040 infrastructure transformation ambitions with strategic expansion. The move will support Ireland’s €116 billion National Development Plan and bring 50 new jobs to the country.

COWI has opened a new office in Dublin, Ireland. This strategic expansion will provide critical engineering expertise to support Project Ireland 2040, the Irish government's long-term strategy to unlock investment in infrastructure development and sustainable growth.

The new office will house a hybrid team of Irish, Danish, and other specialists from across the globe, combining local talent with international expertise to support Ireland’s ambitious €116 billion National Development Plan.

Centre of Excellence to foster innovation

COWI aims to get to 50 staff within three years, establishing a Centre of Excellence that fosters innovation and attracts the next generation of engineers.

The team of engineering experts will support both national and international projects, with a key focus on driving Ireland’s green transition.

"Project Ireland 2040 represents a transformative opportunity for sustainable infrastructure development across the country. As Ireland commits to enhancing regional connectivity, transitioning to renewable energy, and creating climate resilient communities, COWI brings proven expertise from similar successful transitions in Denmark and wider Scandinavia.

"We are already contributing to Ireland’s green transition through our work on the Dublin District Heating Project, which aims to provide sustainable heating to homes and businesses. Our engineering solutions will help Ireland achieve its goals of compact urban growth, enhanced regional accessibility, and the transition to a low-carbon economy."

David Feighery, COWI's Head of Ireland

Helping Ireland achieving its sustainability targets

The expansion comes as Ireland undergoes an intensive phase of construction and energy transformation.

COWI’s experience delivering Copenhagen’s metro system, Denmark’s light rail networks, and offshore wind projects positions the company to play a vital role in helping Ireland achieve its sustainability targets.

Denmark is on track to generate 100% of its electricity from renewable sources by 2030, with 82% already achieved in 2023.

"COWI has built a strong track record in delivering sustainable infrastructure, from supporting renewable energy projects to enhancing transport networks. Our expertise has helped shape a more resilient and low-carbon future, and we are now ready to bring this experience to Ireland.

"As a leader in engineering solutions for sustainability, our investment in Ireland is more than just growth, it’s a commitment to applying our knowledge and innovation to help deliver the ambitions of Project Ireland 2040 and support a greener, more connected future.”

Andy Sloan, Managing Director, COWI Ireland

Long history of large projects in Ireland

“We have a long history of large projects in different parts of the country. In recent years, we have seen increased activities in the Irish market, so the decision to open a new office in Dublin both reflects our long-term engagement in Ireland and our future commitment to be close to our present-day customers in this exciting and prosperous market,” says Michael Bindseil, Executive Vice President in COWI.

He highlights large projects such as the Limerick Tunnel project, which opened in 2010, and major coastal and geotechnical engineering projects for Irish Rails during 2000-2009 regarding slope protection, sea defences and coastal protection at nine locations in Ireland.

"In 2024, we won the Codling Wind Park, which is Ireland’s largest phase-one offshore energy project, and we have also won a project for district heating in Dublin. Therefore, the decision to be present in Ireland reflects our strategy to follow our large customers and provide them with the services they need.”

Michael Bindseil, Executive Vice President in COWI

COWI opens new office in Ireland

Centre of Excellence to foster innovation

Helping Ireland achieving its sustainability targets

Long history of large projects in Ireland

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