17 Feb Limerick native Pat Nash appointed Chief Executive of Limerick Twenty Thirty
Nash returns after three decades in Dublin working on large-scale real estate development projects
His appointment comes at an exceptionally exciting time for Limerick Twenty Thirty. Over the past six months, the organisation has reached several landmark milestones that underline the scale and ambition of its development programme.
In September, LTT completed and officially launched One Opera Square, a world-class Grade A office development at the heart of Limerick city centre and a cornerstone of the wider and transformational Opera Square project. More recently, construction commenced on the €70 million 14-storey Office of Public Works (OPW) building, also at Opera Square, a building set to become Limerick’s tallest and a landmark addition to the city skyline.
In parallel, Limerick Twenty Thirty has begun stabilisation and repair works to the historic Flaxmill building at Cleeves Riverside Quarter, marking Phase I of development, which is a flagship regeneration project that will transform a strategic riverside site into a vibrant mixed-use urban neighbourhood. It has also submitted a planning application for Phase II of the Cleeves development for the delivery of a mixed-tenure residential and student neighbourhood, including 234 high-quality homes and 270 purpose-built student rooms.
Established by Limerick City and County Council, Limerick Twenty Thirty is a unique development company with a clear mandate to stimulate economic growth, drive investment and deliver transformational regeneration projects across Limerick. With multiple major projects now advancing simultaneously, the organisation is entering a new phase of delivery and momentum.
Mayor of Limerick, John Moran, said: “I warmly welcome the appointment of Pat Nash as our new CEO of Limerick Twenty Thirty. Pat begins his role at an exciting time. We’re now in a position to accelerate delivery and build real momentum across Limerick. Limerick Twenty Thirty has already demonstrated what focused leadership can achieve and the continued progress at Opera Square shows that cranes on the skyline are translating into delivery on the ground. We are moving from plans to projects and from ambition to action. I look forward to working closely with Pat to ensure we continue to deliver jobs, infrastructure and vibrant spaces for Limerick.”
Commenting on his appointment, Pat Nash said: “I am honoured to join Limerick Twenty Thirty at such an exciting time for the organisation and for Limerick itself as it accelerates its move from vision and planning to delivery. The scale and ambition of the projects delivered with Gardens International and Troy Studios, and those now very much underway, Opera Square and Cleeves Riverside Quarter, reflect where Limerick Twenty Thirty is at today and the impact it is having on Limerick city and the wider region. It is a testimony to the Limerick Twenty Thirty team who have worked tirelessly to deliver on the key projects to date, and I look forward to providing leadership and guidance to them as we enter the next chapter of growth. I am proud to return to a city that is confident, forward-looking and ready to realise its full potential. I also look forward to working with the Board, our partners, Limerick City and County Council and the wider community to build on this momentum and deliver lasting economic and social value.”
Chair of Limerick Twenty Thirty James Collins said, “Pat brings a wealth of experience in delivering complex, large-scale developments and in leading organisations through ambitious growth phases. His track record, including his passion for Limerick as a native of the county, strategic insight and collaborative leadership style, makes him exceptionally well suited to guide Limerick Twenty Thirty as we continue to deliver transformational projects for the city and county. As Limerick Twenty Thirty builds on recent milestones and advances its ambitious development pipeline, Pat Nash’s appointment signals a strong and confident step into the next chapter of regeneration and growth for Limerick.”
Director General, Limerick City and County Council, Dr Pat Daly, added: “I warmly congratulate Pat Nash on his appointment as CEO of Limerick Twenty Thirty at a pivotal time for the organisation and for Limerick itself. Pat has an excellent track record of delivering results and he is exceptionally well suited to guide the company through its next phase of development. Limerick Twenty Thirty plays a central role in realising our long-term vision in Limerick City and County Council for sustainable growth, innovation and investment. I look forward to working closely with Pat and the Board continue to unlock opportunity and deliver lasting social and economic value for the people of Limerick.”