Blue ribbon cut at new Dublin hub by Laois-headquartered firm

Gareth Norwood, Stephen Marshall, Mark Grundy, Glen Byrne, Darren O’Driscoll, Colin McNeely, Tony Brennan of Laois Hire and Briggs Equipment cutting the ribbon on the new base in Ballymount Dublin.

placeholder image — Gareth Norwood, Stephen Marshall, Mark Grundy, Glen Byrne, Darren O’Driscoll, Colin McNeely, Tony Brennan of Laois Hire and Briggs Equipment cutting the ribbon on the new base in Ballymount Dublin.

Big turnout marks Laois Hire's new Ballymount Depot launch

Laois Hire, in partnership with Briggs Equipment, has launched new depot in Dublin at the Crosslands Industrial Estate in Ballymount.

Customers, industry professionals, and partners from across the construction and plant hire sector, gathered for the launch which the company says will be a key hub for the group’s growth in the Dublin region.

In a statement to the Leinster Express / Laois Live, the Portlaoise-headquartered firm said the depot represents a strategic expansion for Laois Hire. It said it strengthens its Dublin presence and enhances its ability to deliver fast, reliable service to customers across the capital and nationwide.

Glen Byrne, General Manager of Laois Hire, spoke after the event. MORE BELOW PHOTO.

"We are absolutely delighted with the turnout and the support shown at our Ballymount launch. It was great to see so many customers and colleagues join us on the day. This new depot is a significant step forward for Laois Hire and reinforces our commitment to providing top-quality equipment and service across the country," he said.

The business says the depot has a wide range of plant and tool hire solutions.

Based in the Clonminham Industrial Estate in Portlaoise, Laois Hire was established over 30 years ago by Michael and Maureen Killeen, it has grown to become the leading Plant and tool hire company in Ireland. They claim to provide a comprehensive range of services from plant machinery and tools to highly specialised equipment.

Part of the Briggs Equipment Group since 2021, it is the shirt sponsor to Laois GAA senior hurling and football teams. It also sponsors Laois Hire O'Moore Park GAA stadium in Portlaoise.