The upgrades will ease congestion and improve access to the district for commuters, businesses and active travel users

Traffic congestion relief is on the horizon for commuters and businesses in the Sandyford Business District area as long-awaited infrastructural upgrades at Junction 14, a key access route in and out of the district, get underway. The works will address persistent traffic bottlenecks that impact commuters and businesses in the area, improving journey times and supporting more efficient movement into and out of one of Dublin’s largest employment hubs.

Traffic congestion places a growing pressure on workers and employers across the capital, adding hours to weekly commutes and increasing costs for businesses reliant on deliveries and time-sensitive services. While Sandyford Business District benefits from extensive public transport and active travel links, targeted investment in road infrastructure remains critical to ensuring the district remains accessible and competitive.

The Junction 14 upgrades will support smoother vehicle flow while also enhancing conditions for pedestrians and cyclists, in line with the Sandyford Active Travel Scheme. Planned works include:

• A new signalised junction on Blackthorn Road;
• Upgrades to the existing M50 Junction 14 roundabout to accommodate a new link road;
• Enhanced pedestrian and cyclist crossings on Leopardstown Road;
• Dedicated active travel infrastructure to support walking and cycling;

At a time of ongoing cost-of-living pressures and rising business costs, the improvements are expected to reduce travel times, lower transport-related expenses and ease pressure on local road networks, delivering long-term benefits for commuters, employers and residents.

Ger Corbett, CEO of Sandyford Business District, said: “Improving access to the district has long been a priority, as efficient infrastructure underpins economic activity and quality of life for those who live and work in the area.

“These long-awaited upgrades at Junction 14 will support sustainable growth, improve daily journeys and strengthen Sandyford Business District’s position as a world-class location for businesses to establish and for people to live and work. We also look forward to improved cycle routes, which will encourage active and multi-modal travel to and within the district.”

Image Credit: 

M50 J14 drawing taken from Dun Laoghaire-Rathdown County Council

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Sandyford, Dublin: Ireland’s largest business improvement district, Sandyford Business District, is to host a Retail Summit for businesses on September 25. The Retail Support Summit: Unlocking Free Supports and Grants for Your Business will provide attendees with upskilling and business advice, networking opportunities, and helping SMEs to demystify the grant support process.

Delegates can expect to learn from some of the best in the business with speakers from Sustainable Energy Authority of Ireland, Retail Ireland Skillnet, Ibec, and AIB Merchant Services. Each session is curated to provide retailers with direct access to expert insights and valuable resources to help them drive business growth and achieve success.

Taking place at Dynamic Space in Stillorgan Business Park from 10.30 to 14.00, this free Summit is a must-attend event.

Ger Corbett, CEO of Sandyford Business District, speaking ahead of the event:

“The Retail Support Summit 2024: Unlocking Free Supports and Grants for Your Business will empower businesses with the knowledge and resources required to succeed.

In today’s rapidly evolving business landscape, navigating business grants and subsidies can be challenging. That’s why Sandyford Business District and Positive Retail Ireland are collaborating on this event to deliver important insights for businesses which have the potential to alleviate pressures and fuel ambition.

At Sandyford Business District, we’re committed to helping businesses thrive, and this summit is a vital step in that journey.”

Sandyford Business District (SBID) is home to Mastercard, Microsoft, Vodafone, Bank of America Merrill Lynch, Facebook, Google, BNP Paribas and AIB among a host of other companies.

The Business Improvement District company, Sandyford BID CLG trading as Sandyford Business District, was established in January 2017 to represent the entire business community in the Sandyford Business District. It provides support for existing businesses within SBID and those looking to relocate and invest in the area. It has achieved considerable progress since its inception.

The business clusters in the Sandyford Business District include 118 Information and Communication companies; 99 MedTech companies; 63 Fintech companies; 8 Energytech companies; 27 Autotech companies; 17 Education and Childcare facilities; 49 Hospitality companies; and 117 Retail and Leisure companies.

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