Ireland Launches $216 Billion Infrastructure Plan

The Irish government has launched a National Development Plan (NDP), committing $121 billion in public investment for 2026–2030, with total funding projected to reach $216 billion by 2035.  Funded through corporate tax windfalls and government surpluses, the plan focuses on key areas like housing, water, energy, and transportation.  It represents the largest public investment initiative in Ireland’s history.

American companies in Ireland have identified housing shortages, transport delays, and energy constraints as major barriers to growth and further investment.  The updated NDP emphasizes balanced regional development, climate action, and competitiveness, aiming to modernize critical infrastructure and build a more resilient economy.

Key investments include $3.7 billion to upgrade the electricity grid, $26.2 billion for transport infrastructure, and over $4 billion for water system improvements. Additional allocations include $8 billion for education, $9 billion for healthcare, as well as infrastructure improvements in housing, justice, agriculture, childcare, disability services, and enterprise development.

This initiative offers potential opportunities for U.S. companies offering leading-edge products and technologies in these sectors.  

For more information, please visit National Development Plan Review 2025.

For potential support, including market analysis and U.S. Commercial Service offerings, please contact our Commercial Advisor based in Dublin Ireland, Julianne O’Leary.