Curran Business Park

Curran Business Park is strategically located within the immediate Port of Larne area, which is one of Northern Ireland’s busiest roll-on/roll-off ports. The area has good connectivity to local public transport networks.

The business park consists of a range of units in a modern industrial park, with a range of diverse occupants, and benefits from excellent strategic transport links. Curran Business Park is a well-established site off the Curran Road, accessed via Portland Road. This 2.1ha site has been subdivided into small business units, with the predominant use class being for Storage or Distribution. The park provides a safe and secure environment with a range of unit sizes from 200 to 20,000 sq ft. Modern manufacturing units, service space, and fully serviced office accommodation are key features, along with on-site materials handling facilities and distribution services running throughout Ireland and the UK.

Planning:

Zoned for industrial use as an area of employment within the Area Plan.

Utilities:

The site falls within the NI Gas Supply Network with provision for domestic and commercial gas supply in the area. The site is also serviced by Northern Ireland Electricity Networks. Northern Ireland Water is responsible for all domestic and commercial water and sewage services in the area.

Support Available:

• Access to Michelin Development Fund, providing loans and grants for international companies setting up in the area with a viable expansion proposition to create sustainable jobs.
• Strong manufacturing track record in the area, including access to existing manufacturing supply chain and skilled labour.
• Mid and East Antrim ranked No.1 in Northern Ireland for processing planning applications. On average 7 weeks processing time, well within the NI target of 15 weeks.
• Wrap-around business support programmes available through Mid and East Antrim Borough Council including business growth mentoring, planning policy advice and support, skills academies and a property investment programme.
• Invest NI business growth support programmes including access to mentoring, financing and export markets.
• Strong links with academic institutions including Queens University, Ulster University and industry focused Regional Colleges.
• MTF industry-led manufacturing network of 60 businesses and stakeholders who collaborate to tackle common challenges and explore opportunities for innovation and growth. Key areas of focus include skills, lean and cleantech.