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      Ireland enters MIPIM 2026 with one of the strongest value propositions in Europe: a resilient, high‑growth economy, a stable and transparent fiscal environment, and an ambitious national agenda for housing, infrastructure, and sustainable development — all underpinned by record levels of State investment.

      For global investors seeking clarity, stability, and long‑term fundamentals, Ireland stands out as a market where opportunity and ambition align.

      As associate sponsor of the Ireland Pavilion, KPMG Ireland is proud to help showcase this momentum and to support the conversations shaping Ireland’s next phase of real estate growth. But more importantly, we are here to help leaders turn opportunity into action.

      At MIPIM 2026, we look forward to engaging with industry leaders, sharing market‑shaping insights, and helping position Ireland — and our clients — for long‑term, resilient growth.

      Carmel Logan

      Partner, Tax, Head of Real Estate

      KPMG in Ireland


      Programme for Ireland at MIPIM Pavilion

      Shaping Ireland’s next phase of growth:
      Policy, capital, and delivery explored through a curated two-day programme.

      The Ireland Pavilion will host a curated programme of briefings, panels, presentations, and networking sessions across three days. 


      Featured panel:


      Planning for the Future – New Opportunities for Infrastructure Investment and Growth in Ireland  A session exploring the ambitions of Irelands National Planning Framework priorities, Infrastructure and Compact Urban Growth with KPMG’s Head of Real Estate Carmel Logan alongside industry peers.  Thursday 12th March 09:30 – 10:15

      Due to limited capacity, attendance at the panels and addresses is by registration of interest. Register your interest using the redirect link to Ireland@Mipim website below.


      Connect with us

      Connect with our representatives at Ireland at MIPIM. 

      Carmel Logan

      Partner, Tax, Head of Real Estate

      KPMG in Ireland

      Carmel leads KPMG Ireland’s Real Estate practice, specialising in tax and structuring across acquisitions, disposals and large‑scale development projects.

      She brings over 15 years’ experience advising Irish and international investors on efficient real estate transactions and complex tax matters. 


      Andrew McKenzie

      Director, Corporate Finance

      KPMG in Ireland

      Andrew is a director and Real Estate sector lead in KPMG Corporate Finance, advising developers, institutional investors, lenders and state bodies on M&A, fundraising, investment and divestment strategies.

      With over 12 years’ experience, he specialises in delivering capital solutions across Ireland’s major property sectors. 


      Stephen Grant

      Director, Construction Advisory

      KPMG in Ireland

      Stephen is a director and Head of Project Management at KPMG Construction Advisory, our dedicated construction project and cost consultancy.

      Stephen brings 20 years of experience leading multidisciplinary design & contracting teams, supporting clients from inception through to occupation enabling clients a single point of contact for the delivery of their real estate projects. 



      How we can help

      KPMG supports real estate leaders by delivering strategic, commercially focused advice across the full lifecycle of a real estate asset - acquisition, development, financing, operations, and exit.

      With deep sector expertise, a global network spanning 86 countries, and a uniquely strong local presence in Ireland, we help clients navigate complex market conditions and uncover opportunities for value creation.

      Our multidisciplinary teams work seamlessly across tax, auditcorporate finance, ESG, planning, and project advisory to provide integrated, data‑driven solutions.

      Through long‑standing relationships with key investors and operators, and an ability to anticipate issues early, we enable clients to make confident, informed decisions and execute their strategies with precision.


      Carmel Logan

      Partner, Tax, Head of Real Estate

      KPMG in Ireland

      Andrew McKenzie

      Director, Corporate Finance

      KPMG in Ireland

      Wes Jesson
      Wes Jesson

      Partner, Construction Advisory

      KPMG in Ireland

      Stephen Purcell

      Director, Co-Head, KPMG Planning

      KPMG in Ireland

      David Moran

      Partner, Audit

      KPMG in Ireland

      Stephen Grant

      Director, Construction Advisory

      KPMG in Ireland

      Hazel Cryan

      Partner, Corporate Finance

      KPMG in Ireland

      Shane O'Reilly

      Managing Director, ESG Strategy & Transition Planning Lead

      KPMG in Ireland

      Shane McCarthy

      Partner, Deal Advisory

      KPMG in Ireland

      Christopher Brown

      Partner, Head of Strategy

      KPMG in Ireland



      Explore our services

      Transacting investment or development business at both a national and international level

      Our dedicated construction cost and project consultants

      Providing planning advisory and evidence-led solutions to address development challenges within the natural and built environments

      Property life cycle

      Full-spectrum real estate capabilities: One firm that can guide clients through the entire real estate lifecycle, from acquisition to development, financing, operations, and exit.

      1. Market Entry & Opportunity Identification

      Challenges

      • Find viable sites/investments, validate demand & feasibility
      • Early visibility of planning/ utility constraints & risk

      How KPMG helps

      • Market & planning intelligence, feasibility/scenario modelling
      • Initial investment case & return sensitivities (high-level valuation), including early funding options (debt/equity) 
      Stephen Purcell

      Director, Co-Head, KPMG Planning

      KPMG in Ireland

      Andrew McKenzie

      Director, Corporate Finance

      KPMG in Ireland

      Hazel Cryan

      Partner, Corporate Finance

      KPMG in Ireland


      2. Early Strategy & Preliminary Due Diligence

      Challenges

      • Prove commercial viability, meet ESG expectations
      • Consider efficient holding/financing structure & tax footprint

      How KPMG helps

      • Early modelling & options analysis, ESG screening
      • Initial tax & structuring guidance, investor‑ready narrative
      Hazel Cryan

      Partner, Corporate Finance

      KPMG in Ireland

      Andrew McKenzie

      Director, Corporate Finance

      KPMG in Ireland

      Carmel Logan

      Partner, Tax, Head of Real Estate

      KPMG in Ireland


      3. Site Acquisition & Deal Origination

      Challenges

      • Price with confidence, negotiate effectively
      • Structure the deal for tax/ operational efficiency, manage SPA path

      How KPMG helps

      • Commercial appraisal & negotiation support
      • Acquisition structuring (VAT, stamp duty, ICAV/LP/REIT options)
      Hazel Cryan

      Partner, Corporate Finance

      KPMG in Ireland

      Andrew McKenzie

      Director, Corporate Finance

      KPMG in Ireland

      Carmel Logan

      Partner, Tax, Head of Real Estate

      KPMG in Ireland


      4. Planning & Consents

      Challenges

      • Secure permissions in a complex, policy‑driven context
      • Manage strategy, environmental constraints & stakeholders

      How KPMG helps

      • Planning due diligence, application strategy & EIA coordination
      • Integrate ESG & resilience (climate/utility interdependencies)
      Stephen Purcell

      Director, Co-Head, KPMG Planning

      KPMG in Ireland

      Shane McCarthy

      Partner, Deal Advisory

      KPMG in Ireland


      5. Financing & Capital Structuring

      Challenges

      • Raise debt/equity on competitive terms
      • Satisfy lender requirements, optimise cost & flexibility

      How KPMG helps

      • Funding strategy, lender engagement, modelling & valuations
      • Tax on financing (interest relief, WHT, VAT), lender aligned resilience posture
      Hazel Cryan

      Partner, Corporate Finance

      KPMG in Ireland

      Andrew McKenzie

      Director, Corporate Finance

      KPMG in Ireland

      Carmel Logan

      Partner, Tax, Head of Real Estate

      KPMG in Ireland


      6. Detailed Due Diligence & Execution                     

      Challenges

      • Coordinate financial, tax, legal, ESG workstreams at pace
      • Minimise execution risk, reach completion cleanly

      How KPMG helps

      • Integrated diligence (financial/ vendor DD, tax, ESG, legal) & SPA input
      • Optional technical read across on cost/schedule/MEP risks, operational resilience checks
      Hazel Cryan

      Partner, Corporate Finance

      KPMG in Ireland

      Wes Jesson
      Wes Jesson

      Partner, Construction Advisory

      KPMG in Ireland

      Brian Egan

      Partner, Head of Transaction Services

      KPMG in Ireland

      Andrew McKenzie

      Director, Corporate Finance

      KPMG in Ireland


      7. Design, Procurement & Pre Construction

      Challenges

      • Select delivery model/contractors, control cost & programme 
      • Comply with BCAR/regs, manage supply‑chain fragility

      How KPMG helps

      • Cost planning, procurement strategy, programme & risk setup
      • Tax (RCT/VAT) and supply‑chain resilience reviews
      Wes Jesson
      Wes Jesson

      Partner, Construction Advisory

      KPMG in Ireland

      Carmel Logan

      Partner, Tax, Head of Real Estate

      KPMG in Ireland

      Jackie Hennessy

      Partner, Risk Consulting

      KPMG in Ireland


      8. Construction & Delivery

      Challenges

      • Deliver on time/budget/spec, manage escalation & change
      • Embed ESG, maintain compliance and reporting

      How KPMG helps

      • Cost, schedule & contract control, progress oversight
      • ESG integration, tax (RCT/VAT/capital allowances), scenario testing for resilience
      Wes Jesson
      Wes Jesson

      Partner, Construction Advisory

      KPMG in Ireland

      Carmel Logan

      Partner, Tax, Head of Real Estate

      KPMG in Ireland

      Shane McCarthy

      Partner, Deal Advisory

      KPMG in Ireland

      Jackie Hennessy

      Partner, Risk Consulting

      KPMG in Ireland


      9. Asset Operation, Leasing & Management

      Challenges

      • Maximise NOI and operational efficiency
      • Manage leases/compliance, retain lender/investor confidence

      How KPMG helps

      • Performance dashboards; lease/ops optimisation, refinancing prep
      • Ongoing tax/VAT, controls & assurance, continuity planning
      David Moran

      Partner, Audit

      KPMG in Ireland

      Carmel Logan

      Partner, Tax, Head of Real Estate

      KPMG in Ireland

      Jackie Hennessy

      Partner, Risk Consulting

      KPMG in Ireland


      10. Divestment / Exit (Sale, Refinance, IPO)

      Challenges

      • Achieve best value, run an efficient process
      • Minimise tax leakage, satisfy diligence

      How KPMG helps

      • Exit strategy, vendor readiness & vendor due diligence, M&A execution
      • Tax (CGT, stamp duty, share vs. asset sale); investor‑facing resilience positioning
      Hazel Cryan

      Partner, Corporate Finance

      KPMG in Ireland

      Brian Egan

      Partner, Head of Transaction Services

      KPMG in Ireland

      Carmel Logan

      Partner, Tax, Head of Real Estate

      KPMG in Ireland

      Andrew McKenzie

      Director, Corporate Finance

      KPMG in Ireland


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