Aerospace and defence occupiers in Dublin typically cluster in CBD / St Stephen's Green, plan ~210 sqft per seat at high-end fit-out ($150–220/sqft), and pay around 65 EUR/sqft ($78 USD) on Class A.

  • Preferred submarket: CBD / St Stephen's Green.
  • Typical fit-out spec: High-end ($150–220/sqft).
  • Plan ~210 sqft per seat for headcount sizing.
  • Class A rent context: 65 EUR/sqft ($78 USD).
  • Typical lease: 10 years with 12 months rent-free.
  • Talent depth in Dublin: 86/100.

Aerospace and defence office space in Dublin

Aerospace and defence occupiers in Dublin typically cluster in CBD / St Stephen's Green, plan ~210 sqft per seat at high-end fit-out">fit-out ($150–220/sqft), and pay around 65 EUR/sqft ($78 USD) on Class A.

TL;DR

  • Preferred submarket: CBD / St Stephen's Green.
  • Typical fit-out spec: High-end ($150–220/sqft).
  • Plan ~210 sqft per seat for headcount sizing.
  • Class A rent context: 65 EUR/sqft ($78 USD).
  • Typical lease: 10 years with 12 months rent-free.
  • Talent depth in Dublin: 86/100.

Where they cluster

Aerospace and defence occupiers in Dublin typically anchor in CBD / St Stephen's Green. Banking, law, professional services, government, consulting.

What they pay

Class A rent in Dublin runs 65 EUR/sqft ($78 USD) on a 10-year lease with 12 months free. Prime submarkets sit at or modestly above the city index.

Spec and fit-out

Typical aerospace and defence fit-out targets high-end specification at $150–220/sqft. Branded reception, full client-facing programming, premium furniture, and specialist AV are standard.

Headcount sizing

Plan around 210 sqft per seat blended (workstation + circulation + amenity). A 100-headcount aero/defence office in Dublin typically targets 21,000 sqft of leasable area.

Talent angle

Programme leadership and contracting teams concentrate near government anchors; cleared-personnel logistics drive submarket selection. Deep tech, pharma, finance, and legal services talent. EU talent pool accessible without immigration friction. Strong feed from TCD, UCD, and the broader Irish university system.

Tax and lease context

Headline corporate tax: 12.5%. FRI (Full Repairing and Insuring) leases dominate. 10-year terms with tenant break options at year 5 standard. Free rent of 9-15 months and TI of €60-€110/sqm typical.

Key facts

cityDublin
industryAerospace and defence
naics3364, 5415
preferredSubmarketCBD / St Stephen's Green
preferredFitoutSpecHigh-end
fitoutBand$150–220/sqft
sqftPerSeat210
classARentLocal65 EUR/sqft/yr
classARentUsd$78/sqft/yr
vacancyPct14.3%
typicalLeaseYears10
typicalRentFreeMonths12
talentIndex86
corporateTaxPct12.5%

Frequently asked questions

Where do aerospace and defence occupiers lease office space in Dublin?
Most cluster in CBD / St Stephen's Green. Rent runs ~65 EUR/sqft ($78 USD) for trophy and prime stock.
What fit-out spec do aerospace and defence occupiers run in Dublin?
Typically high-end at $150–220/sqft.
How much office space per seat should a aerospace and defence occupier plan in Dublin?
Plan ~210 sqft per seat blended. A 100-person team typically takes 21,000 sqft.
What NAICS codes describe the aerospace and defence vertical?
Representative NAICS 2022 codes: 3364, 5415.
What is the talent index in Dublin?
86/100. Use the city profile for full detail.

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