Romal Capital, Liverpool’s dockside specialist developer, has welcomed the commencement of the next phase of development at Liverpool’s northern industrial docklands as Peel Waters, in partnership with Homes England and Liverpool City Council, marks the beginning of £71 million of infrastructure works to support the transformation of the area.
SME housebuilder Romal Capital was the first private developer to deliver new homes on Central Docks and has been working with Peel to help unlock the huge potential the regeneration area has to offer.
The 26-acre Central Docks neighbourhood is the largest of five neighbourhoods within the emerging wider Liverpool Waters district. Central Docks has the potential to provide approximately 2,350 new homes including a mix of affordable, elderly, build-to-rent and open market, supporting the Government’s plans to build 1.5 million new homes across the UK in the next four years. This next phase of investment into the area plans to include a new 5-acre park with new walking and cycling routes for residents, visitors and workers in the area.
Greg Malouf, CEO of Romal Capital, says: “We very much welcome the start of works announced by Peel Waters, Homes England and Liverpool City Council. As the first private developer selected by Peel L&P in 2017 to commence development on Central Docks, and to date the only developer to have delivered there, our team has been instrumental in opening up Liverpool’s northern docks for people to live, walk, and enjoy once again, establishing a new chapter in the city’s maritime heritage. It is fantastic news that work will get started on the rest of this crucial regeneration site so we can realise the vision that we all share and continue to transform the rest of the area we have been working so hard on.”
Romal Capital’s early progress at Liverpool Water’s Central Docks provided the momentum that led to the delivery of the new Isle of Man Ferry Terminal and the Jesse Hartley Way infrastructure, two projects that might have otherwise remained on the drawing board. This marked a defining moment for Liverpool’s northern waterfront, with Romal at the heart of this development.
Taking on one of the largest infrastructure challenges in Liverpool, Romal transformed West Waterloo Dock, breathing new life into a historic area that had been closed to the public for over 70 years. The result is an extraordinary waterfront community – now home to over 600 residents, with 370 homes already completed and another 128 due for completion by August 2026.
Greg adds: “The commitment to the next £70m+ of public/private investment can only be a great thing for the City of Liverpool, which we are proud to call home, and we are delighted to see the backing of Homes England and Liverpool City Council to accelerate delivery in the area.”
From the outset, Romal’s ethos has centred on more than simply building homes – it has been about placemaking, community creation, and delivering on promises. Following the current phase of development by Romal, the team has plans for further development of new housing on the waterfront. The company’s commitment to quality, transparency and collaboration has seen it become a trusted name in Liverpool’s regeneration story, working with professionals and partners who share its drive to build with integrity and deliver what they say.
Romal remains actively engaged in the ongoing management and upkeep of its developments, overseeing budgets to keep service fees among the most competitive in the industry while maintaining exceptional standards of cleanliness, safety, and resident care. Its unique mini-concierge service, offered at a fraction of the cost of other developments, adds another layer of comfort and convenience for residents.
With an impressive following of owner-occupiers and investors, Romal Capital has built a reputation for delivering high-quality, accessibly priced homes in prime locations. Malouf concludes: “We build in the best locations to ensure the highest possible returns for our investors while reducing vacancy and enhancing community life. Our mission is not just to build, but to contribute meaningfully to Liverpool’s growth story.”
As it moves forward, Romal remains committed to enhancing the city’s waterfront, building communities that thrive, and creating places that inspire.