Heron Bros commences construction on 100,000 square feet Affidea clinic in Belfast

Northern Ireland-based construction company Heron Bros has commenced work on a 100,000 square feet clinic for advanced diagnostics and out-of-hospital services provider Affidea on Boucher Road, Belfast, the News Letter reported.

The purpose-built facility represents a significant investment in Northern Ireland's healthcare infrastructure and is expected to expand access to integrated, patient-centred medical services for people across Belfast and surrounding areas.

Strategically located on Boucher Road, the clinic is designed to improve convenience and reduce travel times for patients seeking specialist diagnostics and treatment. Once complete, the facility will offer a comprehensive range of services including advanced diagnostic imaging, specialist consultations, in-patient surgery and outpatient procedures.

Karl McKillop, managing director of Heron Bros, said the company is honoured to be delivering this new private healthcare facility on behalf of Affidea.

"We are honoured to be delivering this new private healthcare facility on behalf of Affidea, creating a world class modern environment where patients, staff, and the wider community will benefit for generations to come," McKillop said.

"Through close partnership with our client, design team, and stakeholders, we are committed to delivering a highly serviced, technologically advanced facility in Belfast that reflects the very best in modern healthcare construction."

Barry Downes, CEO for Affidea UK & Ireland, said the new clinic reflects the company's long-term commitment to investing in local communities.

"Our new clinic on Boucher Road reflects our long-term commitment to investing in local communities and delivering timely access to high-quality care," Downes said.

The construction phase will generate employment opportunities, supporting local contractors and suppliers.

Upon completion, the clinic is expected to create clinical and non-clinical roles.Read the full article on Heron Bros' construction commencement for Affidea's Belfast clinic.