ABM were delighted to see the newly finished superstructure of the North Stand in operation for the spectators to enjoy welcoming Dundalk FC at the first match of the SSE League Championship.
The addition of the new fourth stand located at the Tallaght bypass end of the grounds saw the capacity increase to a 10,000-seater.
The newly developed North Stand provides additional 2600 seating capacity to include covered universal accessible seating above pitch level, with an overall footprint area of 1,700 sq.m, and all associated enclosed ancillary floor area of 860 sq.m.
The structural frame comprised of precast concrete sections which include raker beams, columns, terraced units, vomitory walls and 18m span rafters. The roof and cladding frame are also configured with structural steel sections which include feature raked ends at the gables.
Supporters not only have access to the North Stand but also the newly renovated West Stand which now provides extra hospitality and media facilities. Tallaght Stadium can now enter the UEFA category 4 stadium with the possibility of being able to host future European games, including group games for the Champions League or Europa League.
