Starbucks at Belfast International Airport
Structural engineering that performs - in theatres, airports, and live event spaces across the UK.
This Starbucks unit wasn’t built on a blank canvas in an airport terminal — it was about adapting to what was already there and making the new fit-out slot in seamlessly.
Pedro Barata
Structural Engineer
Starbucks at Belfast International Airport
Airport Retail
MJ Consulting Engineers were appointed to provide structural engineering services for the delivery of the new Starbucks unit within the departure lounge at Belfast International Airport. The opening marks the second new food and beverage outlet delivered as part of a partnership focused on enhancing the passenger experience, aligned with the airport’s wider £100 million redevelopment programme.
Working closely with SSP Group, Belfast International Airport, and the wider design team, MJ Consulting Engineers supported the structural delivery of the unit within a live terminal environment. This involved coordinating structural interfaces with the base build, accommodating existing structural constraints, and developing practical solutions to integrate the new concession fit-out while maintaining airport operations, passenger circulation, and safety requirements throughout the programme.
The completed Starbucks outlet provides a modern, high-throughput coffee experience for passengers in the departure lounge, with structural solutions carefully integrated to support the architectural layout, services coordination, and the operational demands of a busy international terminal.
Photo credit: SPP 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.
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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.