Leading construction firm Henry Brothers has completed work on a new £13.5 million Driver and Vehicle Agency (DVA) MOT test centre and administrative headquarters in Mallusk. The project, which was delivered on time and within budget, is set to significantly boost vehicle testing capacity in the region.

The state-of-the-art facility features a ten-lane testing area designed to handle a high volume of inspections. This includes seven ramp-based lanes for light vehicles, two heavy vehicle testing lanes, and a specialised bay dedicated to motorcycles. Additionally, the site incorporates a new internal road network, extensive car parking, and a purpose-built off-road motorcycle driving test track.

Built on behalf of the Department for Infrastructure, the project was first announced in November 2024 to address the growing demand for vehicle testing services. Jody Wilkinson, Managing Director for Northern Ireland and Scotland at Henry Brothers, commented: "Delivered to meet growing demand for vehicle testing, the new DVA MOT test centre has been designed to support high standards of vehicle roadworthiness testing and operational efficiency.

"Future-proofed to respond to evolving industry requirements, the facility demonstrates our continued commitment to high-quality, forward-thinking infrastructure that supports both the public and the wider economy."

Infrastructure Minister Liz Kimmins welcomed the completion of the project, highlighting its role in modernising the local MOT network. She said: "The completion of the new Mallusk test centre is an important milestone in strengthening the future of vehicle testing in the North. Henry Brothers has delivered a high-quality facility that will help enhance the availability and quality of our vehicle testing services here."

The Mallusk development is the latest in a string of major projects for Henry Brothers in Northern Ireland, which also includes the construction of the Queen's University-led Advanced Manufacturing and Innovation Centre in Newtownabbey.