Episode 27: Dublin Port – A critical element of Ireland’s Infrastructure

Episode 27: Dublin Port – A critical element of Ireland’s Infrastructure

In this Episode, Seán O'Neill and Willie Norse chat with Cormac Kennedy, Head of Commercial & Programme Management at Dublin Port. The discussion delves into how the port operates, why it serves as both a critical component of and a bellwether for the economy, the effects of recent economic and geopolitical crises, and what the future may hold!

Episode 26: Feedback from MIPIM and the impact of recent geopolitical events

In this Episode, which was recorded on March 13th, Seán O'Neill explores real estate sentiment emerging from MIPIM with TWM Director, Michele Jackson, who had just returned from the conference. The discussion also examines the impact of recent geopolitical developments on Ireland with Independent Economist Stephen Walsh. Is Ireland still an attractive investment destination and what are the real estate sectors to watch?

Episode 25: ORS acquisition of TWM

Seán O’Neill, Michele Jackson and Willie Norse, MD of TWM, welcome ORS MD, John Brennan, to the podcast to discuss the ORS business, including their culture and plans. Following the recent acquisition of TWM by ORS, the opportunities and synergies for a multi-faceted real estate offering in the current market are explored.

Episode 24: Data Centres Uncovered

Sean O’Neill and Willie Norse delve into the complex world of data centres with the help of Mark Ryan, Development Director in Yondr, a global developer, owner and operator of data centres. In this episode they speak about global trends in the demand for datacentres and where Ireland stands in this market given the moratorium on development. Some of the many questions they chat through on this podcast include “Are we missing a trick and will we get left behind? Why are other countries embracing these facilities which are now seen as critical infrastructure?”

Episode 23 - Expo Real 2025 Special

Sean O Neill and Stephen Aherne provide feedback on their experience at Expo Real in Munich last week. George Fraser Harding ( Head of European Funds at Aviva Investors) and Oliver Gaschler (Director of Investment Asset Management at AM alpha) give their thoughts on the European Real Estate Market, Current Pricing, Tariffs and their views on Ireland.