DRIVING DIGITAL DELIVERY FOR IRELAND’S INFRASTRUCTURE: ISO 19650 AND THE IRISH BIM MANDATEHENRY BROTHERS COMPLETES £13.5M DVA MOT TEST CENTRE IN MALLUSK
Leading construction company Henry Brothers has successfully completed a new £13.5 million Driver and Vehicle Agency (DVA) MOT test centre in Mallusk, delivering a modern facility designed to meet growing demand for vehicle testing in Northern Ireland.
The state-of-the-art centre has the capacity to carry out up to 100,000 vehicle tests annually, significantly enhancing testing availability and efficiency in the region.
State-of-the-Art Vehicle Testing Facility in Northern Ireland
The newly completed Mallusk MOT test centre includes:
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- A ten-lane vehicle testing area
- Seven ramp lanes for light vehicle testing
- Two dedicated lanes for heavy goods vehicles
- A specialist motorcycle testing bay
The development also features a new internal road network, car parking facilities, and an off-road motorcycle driving test track.
Delivered on Time and Within Budget
The project was delivered on time and within budget, reflecting Henry Brothers’ expertise in delivering high-quality infrastructure and construction projects in Northern Ireland.
Jody Wilkinson, Managing Director for Northern Ireland and Scotland at Henry Brothers, said:
“Delivered to meet growing demand for vehicle testing, the new DVA MOT test centre has been designed to support high standards of vehicle roadworthiness and operational efficiency.
Future-proofed to respond to evolving industry requirements, the facility demonstrates our continued commitment to high-quality, forward-thinking infrastructure that supports both the public and the wider economy.”
Supporting Vehicle Testing Infrastructure in Northern Ireland
The project was delivered on behalf of the Department for Infrastructure and represents a significant investment in improving vehicle testing services in Northern Ireland.
The new facility will help reduce waiting times and improve access to testing for motorists and commercial vehicle operators.
Minister for Infrastructure Liz Kimmins commented:
“The completion of the new Mallusk test centre is an important milestone in strengthening the future of vehicle testing in the North. Henry Brothers has delivered a high-quality facility that will enhance both the availability and quality of vehicle testing services.”
Continued Growth for Henry Brothers in Northern Ireland
The Mallusk project forms part of a growing portfolio of major developments delivered by Henry Brothers across Northern Ireland, including the Queen’s-led Advanced Manufacturing and Innovation Centre in Newtownabbey.
Learn More About Henry Brothers
For more information on construction projects and infrastructure delivery, visit:
henrybrothers.co.uk
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Michael McDonnell Managing Editor of Irish Construction Industry Magazine & Plan Magazine