Building Partnerships That Put DLR on the Global Stage
Prime Arena Holdings joins Dún Laoghaire-Rathdown County Chamber of Commerce at business awards ceremony
Prime Arena Holdings Limited is proud to announce our membership in the Dún Laoghaire-Rathdown County Chamber of Commerce, joining a vibrant network of businesses and organisations driving growth, innovation, and collaboration across the region.
Connecting with Key Stakeholders
Our CEO, Dermot Rigley and Business Project Manager, Paula O'Donnell, recently attended the DLR County Business Awards 2025 at the Royal Marine Hotel in Dún Laoghaire. We extend our sincere thanks to the Dún Laoghaire-Rathdown County Chamber of Commerce, particularly Colette O'Sullivan and President Jill Lush MInstD, for hosting an outstanding evening.
The event provided a valuable opportunity to connect with key stakeholders including:
Minister Jennifer Carroll MacNeill
Shay Brennan TD
Jim Gildea, Cathaoirleach of Dún Laoghaire-Rathdown County Council
Frank Curran, Chief Executive of DLRCC
Cllr Justin Moylan
Cllr Anna Grainger
Building on Ireland's Global Success
As Ireland celebrates the incredible success of hosting the National Football League (NFL) at the Aviva Stadium, Prime Arena Holdings is proud to be part of the next chapter, bringing more world-class events to Ireland.
The Cherrywood Arena will help place DLR and Ireland firmly on the global stage, attracting major international sport, entertainment, and cultural events, while delivering lasting benefits to the region and supporting DLRCC's strategies for sustainable growth, regeneration and community wellbeing.
Transformative Economic Impact
The Cherrywood Arena project will deliver significant benefits to the local economy and community:
Economic Activity: Over €231 million in annual local economic activity
Tourism Growth: 200,000+ local bed nights annually — driving growth for hotels, hospitality, and tourism sectors
Year-Round Economy: A sustained visitor economy that reduces seasonality and supports local retail and food sectors throughout the year
Historic First: Dublin is the last capital city in Europe without a permanent ice rink. Working with DLR, we will change this for Ireland.
Enterprise Catalyst: A driver for tourism growth and local enterprise, boosting hospitality, retail, and year-round visitor spending across Dún Laoghaire-Rathdown
A Vision for the Future
Together with our partners in Dún Laoghaire-Rathdown County Council and the business community, we are working to make Dún Laoghaire-Rathdown a showcase for economic growth, tourism, culture and international excellence, building on Ireland's growing reputation as a premier destination for global sport and entertainment.
The Cherrywood Arena represents more than just infrastructure, it's an investment in our community, our economy, and our future on the global stage.
Photo: Prime Arena Holdings Founder & CEO Dermot Rigley, Cllr Jim Gildea (Cathaoirleach, DLRCC), Cllr Anna Grainger, and Business Project Manager Paula O'Donnell at the DLR County Business Awards 2025