Soul & Grain at Belfast International Airport
Structural engineering that performs - in theatres, airports, and live event spaces across the UK.
Working closely with SSP, we developed structural solutions that allowed Soul & Grain to be seamlessly integrated into the existing terminal, while meeting the demands of a high-footfall airport environment.
Pedro Barata
Structural Engineer
Soul & Grain at Belfast International Airport
Airport Retail
MJ Consulting Engineers were appointed to provide structural engineering services for the delivery of the Soul & Grain coffee bar at Belfast International Airport. The outlet is the first new food and beverage concept to open within the airport’s £100 million redevelopment programme.
Working closely with SSP Group, Belfast International Airport, and the wider design team, MJ Consulting Engineers supported the structural integration of the new concession within a live terminal environment. This included assessing existing structural constraints, coordinating structural interfaces with the base build, and developing solutions to accommodate the new fit-out while maintaining passenger circulation and operational requirements.
The completed Soul & Grain unit delivers a contemporary coffee space suited to high passenger throughput, with structural solutions carefully coordinated to support the architectural layout, services integration, and day-to-day operational demands of a busy airport terminal.
Photo credit: SSP Group
LIVE EveNTS
STAGE DESIGN
Working in theatres and live venues means there’s no room for error - and that’s where MJC stands out. We’re known in the industry for being calm under pressure, clear on site, and dependable from first sketch to final sign-off. It’s why so many production teams come back to us.
Tom Jeffcoat
Structural Engineer, MJ Consulting Engineers
Yes - with offices in London and Manchester and a network of experienced engineers, we deliver structural engineering solutions for theatres and performance venues throughout the UK.
Absolutely; heritage venues are a core part of our expertise. We balance preservation requirements with structural upgrades to support modern rigging, lighting, and performance demands.
Yes - from temporary structures and roof trims to signage and production rigging, we engineer solutions that deliver safety, compliance, and speed for live show environments .
Extensive - we've completed projects at Heathrow T2, T5, Gatwick, Birmingham Airport and Liverpool John Moore Airport, delivering bespoke structural designs that meet tight schedules and live-site requirements .
Yes - we perform ceiling void, roof, rigging point, and structural inspections to assess condition and readiness for production use or fit-out modifications .
Our teams are accustomed to fast-paced schedules. We’re regularly brought into projects during show rehearsals or airport closures - and we deliver reliable structural solutions under time pressure.
We work closely with architects, venue owners, contractors, production teams, and heritage bodies to ensure structural integrity, adherence to regulations, and build-ready details.
Yes, typically within 5 working days.
Frequently Asked Questions
Everything you need to know about working with MJC - how we work, where we work, and what we deliver.
Structural Support That Performs On Stage and On Site
From listed theatres and concert halls to airport concessions and live venues, we bring practical structural engineering to complex environments. Whether you're planning a refurbishment, fitting out a retail unit, or navigating venue constraints, we’ll help you make it buildable - and make it happen.