Northern Ireland construction firm breaks ground on new 300-unit London development..'We’re delighted to be entrusted with the delivery of this visionary residential scheme'
McAleer & Rushe has been appointed as the main contractor for a new 300-unit development on one of London’s most ambitious regeneration projects
Cookstown construction firm McAleer & Rushe has been appointed as the main contractor for the delivery of M0121, a new 300-unit development for Knight Dragon at Greenwich Peninsula, one of London’s most ambitious regeneration projects.
The appointment follows the official groundbreaking on December 2, a milestone marked jointly by McAleer & Rushe and Knight Dragon to formally commence construction on site.
Located within the Lower Riverside neighbourhood, M0121 will feature two residential buildings ranging in height from seven to 30 storeys, designed in a distinctive U-shaped layout that complements the neighbouring plots.
The scheme will deliver high-quality homes with access to communal internal and external amenity spaces, together with landscaped courtyards and new areas of public realm, reflecting the scale, context, and design ambition of the Peninsula masterplan.
The project represents the latest phase in Knight Dragon’s long-term vision to transform the Peninsula into a dynamic urban district featuring nearly 17,500 new homes, cultural destinations, and community facilities.
In addition to the M0121 appointment, McAleer & Rushe has also been named Preferred Contractor for Peninsula Quays, a significant 866-unit residential scheme at Greenwich Peninsula that will continue the evolution of the waterfront community.
Jonathan O’Neill, senior director at McAleer & Rushe, said: “We’re delighted to be entrusted with the delivery of this visionary residential scheme. M0121 marks an exciting next chapter in the continued transformation of Greenwich Peninsula and represents a strong addition to our growing portfolio of large-scale regeneration projects in Greenwich.
"We look forward to fostering a long-term partnership with Knight Dragon as we bring much-needed, sustainable homes to this thriving riverside area, while strengthening our ongoing relationship with the local community to leave a lasting, positive legacy.”
Ben Bateman, head of construction at Knight Dragon added: “This is an important milestone for Greenwich Peninsula, as we progress at pace to deliver 300 new homes for London.
"Our ambitious masterplan will see nearly 17,500 new homes delivered in total, alongside green spaces, community amenities, schools and a new transport hub.”