Project Black

Project Black is a state-of-the-art, energy-efficient brewery in Newbridge, Co. Kildare, designed to operate entirely on renewable energy. Incorporating advanced process technology, the facility minimises overall energy and water consumption while supporting 24/7 production of lagers and ales, including Rockshore, Harp, Hop House 13, Smithwick’s, Kilkenny, and Carlsberg.

Designer Group delivered the medium voltage systems, process and building electrical services, process drainage, boiler package, and pipe racks, coordinating multiple active work zones across the site with a staged handover aligned to area readiness.

When fully operational, Project Black will produce up to 2 million hectolitres annually, making it Ireland’s second-largest brewery after Diageo’s St. James’s Gate facility, and supporting the future growth of Diageo Ireland’s beer brands. The development represents a first-of-its-kind combination of sustainability, high-capacity brewing, and modern industrial design, setting a new benchmark for energy-efficient production in the sector.