Infrastructure Minister has welcomed a significant
development in the construction of the £13.5m Driver and Vehicle
Agency (DVA) Test Centre in Mallusk.
A traditional topping out ceremony has been held, which is a
major milestone signifying the completion of the main structural
work on the building.
The new test centre is funded by the Department for
Infrastructure and will enhance the DVA's ability to provide
essential vehicle testing services, includes state-of-the-art
facilities such as a ten-lane testing area, seven ramp-based
lanes for light vehicles, and a dedicated bay for motorcycle
testing.
The project will also deliver a new internal road network, car
parking, and an off-road motorcycle driving test track.
Henry Brothers is delivering the construction project on behalf
of the Department.
Minister Kimmins said “The construction of the new centre
at Mallusk is part of our continued strategic investment in
infrastructure across the North, helping us meet the increasing
demand for vehicle testing and improving this critical public
service.
“DVA conducted more than 1.16million vehicle tests from 1
April 2024 to 31 March 2025, which is the highest number ever
recorded.
“This new facility in Mallusk will provide additional
capacity allowing us to test more than 100,000 vehicles per year
at this site.”
Construction on Mallusk DVA Test Centre is expected to be
completed in Autumn 2025.
