Irish-owned real estate investor Fine Grain Property has welcomed the focus on foreign direct investment across Ireland, and particularly in regional locations, in IDA Ireland's new five-year strategy document.

Strategy 2025-2029 reinforce the agency's commitment to increasing the supply of suitable property solutions to meet growing demand from prospective investors.

With a target of 55% of investments directed towards regional locations, Fine Grain said the strategy underscores the importance of collaborative efforts between public and private stakeholders in developing strategic sites and ensuring Ireland's attractiveness to global employers.

Fine Grain Property operates more than 1.3m sq ft of commercial real estate across 18 buildings, and seeks to provide "high-quality, sustainable workspaces that enable companies to thrive."

The investor said it is committed to expanding the supply of high-quality commercial real estate to meet the evolving needs of multinational companies, collaborating with IDA Ireland and other stakeholders, and ensuring energy-efficient and ESG-compliant spaces that foster productivity and innovation.

“The release of IDA Ireland’s Strategy 2025-2029 is a significant milestone in ensuring Ireland remains a leading global destination for foreign direct investment," said Colin MacDonald, CEO of Fine Grain Property.

"The strategy’s emphasis on expanding regional investment, enhancing property solutions, and developing next-generation strategic sites aligns perfectly with Fine Grain Property’s mission.

"We are proud to continue working alongside IDA Ireland to deliver the high-quality workplaces that companies need to succeed in Ireland.

"By investing in locations across the country and developing sustainable, innovative workspaces, we are helping to secure Ireland’s long-term economic success.”

Fine Grain Property has invested more than €355m in Irish property since 2016.

Photo: Colin MacDonald. (Pic: Supplied)