Energy and commodities occupiers in Dublin typically cluster in Docklands & Grand Canal, plan ~240 sqft per seat at trophy fit-out ($220–330/sqft), and pay around 65 EUR/sqft ($78 USD) on Class A.

  • Preferred submarket: Docklands & Grand Canal.
  • Typical fit-out spec: Trophy ($220–330/sqft).
  • Plan ~240 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.

Energy and commodities office space in Dublin

Energy and commodities occupiers in Dublin typically cluster in Docklands & Grand Canal, plan ~240 sqft per seat at trophy fit-out">fit-out ($220–330/sqft), and pay around 65 EUR/sqft ($78 USD) on Class A.

TL;DR

  • Preferred submarket: Docklands & Grand Canal.
  • Typical fit-out spec: Trophy ($220–330/sqft).
  • Plan ~240 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

Energy and commodities occupiers in Dublin typically anchor in Docklands & Grand Canal. Tech (Google, Meta, Salesforce, LinkedIn), banking, professional services.

What they pay

Class A rent in Dublin runs 65 EUR/sqft ($78 USD) on a 10-year lease with 12 months free. Trophy submarkets command a 20–40% premium above the city index.

Spec and fit-out

Typical energy and commodities fit-out targets trophy specification at $220–330/sqft. Bespoke design, signature feature, top-tier MEP and acoustic packages are standard.

Headcount sizing

Plan around 240 sqft per seat blended (workstation + circulation + amenity). A 100-headcount energy office in Dublin typically targets 24,000 sqft of leasable area.

Talent angle

Trading floors concentrate in CBD trophy product with redundant power and connectivity; engineering teams scale in suburban energy corridors. 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
industryEnergy and commodities
naics211, 212, 523130
preferredSubmarketDocklands & Grand Canal
preferredFitoutSpecTrophy
fitoutBand$220–330/sqft
sqftPerSeat240
classARentLocal65 EUR/sqft/yr
classARentUsd$78/sqft/yr
vacancyPct14.3%
typicalLeaseYears10
typicalRentFreeMonths12
talentIndex86
corporateTaxPct12.5%

Frequently asked questions

Where do energy and commodities occupiers lease office space in Dublin?
Most cluster in Docklands & Grand Canal. Rent runs ~65 EUR/sqft ($78 USD) for trophy and prime stock.
What fit-out spec do energy and commodities occupiers run in Dublin?
Typically trophy at $220–330/sqft.
How much office space per seat should a energy and commodities occupier plan in Dublin?
Plan ~240 sqft per seat blended. A 100-person team typically takes 24,000 sqft.
What NAICS codes describe the energy and commodities vertical?
Representative NAICS 2022 codes: 211, 212, 523130.
What is the talent index in Dublin?
86/100. Use the city profile for full detail.

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