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ABL Group to move into new offices at Belfast Harbour’s City Quays 1

Maurice Boyd, chief executive of ABL Group, with Graeme Johnston of Belfast Harbour. Picture: Brian Thompson
Maurice Boyd, chief executive of ABL Group, with Graeme Johnston of Belfast Harbour. Picture: Brian Thompson Maurice Boyd, chief executive of ABL Group, with Graeme Johnston of Belfast Harbour. Picture: Brian Thompson

INSURANCE brokerage ABL Group has joined the list of blue-chip tenants at Belfast Harbour's City Quays 1 waterfront development.

ABL Group, part of Global Risk Partners (GRP), one of the largest independent insurance intermediary groups in the UK, has taken almost 8,000 square feet of floor space in order to accommodate increased staff numbers.

Its chief executive Maurice Boyd said: “This move to the top class office accommodation at City Quays is a statement of intent of our ambitious plans for further growth. We look forward to moving into our new home with our new colleagues from the Willis Towers Watson NI business.”

City Quays is a contemporary sustainable development which includes commercial offices, retail, cafes, restaurants and multi-storey car parking, as well as the AC by Marriott hotel.

Last month, Belfast Harbour announced plans to enhance the development further with the creation of an urban garden at the development promoting well-being, active travel and biodiversity.

Graeme Johnston of Belfast Harbour said: “We’re delighted to welcome ABL Group and its growing team to the thriving community at City Quays.

“Its arrival means both City Quays 1 and 2 are fully let, and interest in City Quays 3 is strong.

“The City Quays development is a key part of our vision to help develop an iconic waterfront for the city, working with our partners to create a vibrant space that makes City Quays an attractive place not only to work, but to visit, live in and relax.”