About Lir, a Dublin Chauffeur Company Built on Security
Lir Executive Chauffeur Service is a Dublin chauffeur company founded by Alan McLoughlin, a former Military Police officer and close protection professional. We drive executives, diplomats, wedding parties and visitors to Ireland, and we plan every journey with the care of a protection detail.
A Dublin chauffeur company with a protection background
Lir is a private, owner led chauffeur service based in Ashbourne, Co. Meath, a short drive from Dublin Airport. We serve Dublin city, Dublin Airport and every county in Ireland in luxury sedans and 7 seater MPVs.
Most chauffeur companies start with the car. We start with the plan. Before the day, we check the route, the timings and the pickup point, so you arrive on time and nobody is left waiting. As a result, you can focus on your meeting, your guests or simply the view.
Alan McLoughlin, former Military Police officer
Alan served with the Military Police Corps of the Irish Defence Forces before moving into close protection. He completed his close protection training with the International Security Training Institute (ISTI), and he is a member of the International Association of Close Protection Professionals. Alan also leads our close protection chauffeur service.
That background shapes how Lir works. Alan built the company for clients who need more than a lift from A to B, such as executives on a tight schedule, embassy and government visits, and high profile guests who value their privacy. However, the same standard applies to a single airport run or a family wedding.
Alan is also passionate about Irish history, so visitors who travel with Lir often get an unexpected guided tour along the way.
A trained and accredited Dublin chauffeur company
The qualifications behind our Dublin chauffeur service, so you know exactly who is driving you.
IACPP Member
International Association of Close Protection Professionals.
ISTI Security Trained
Close protection operations, International Security Training Institute.
Fáilte Ireland
Accredited for service excellence in Irish tourism.
PHECC First Aid
Chauffeurs trained to Pre Hospital Emergency Care Council standards.
The standards behind every journey
Whether it is a state visit or a Sunday airport run, every booking follows the same three rules.
Planned like a protection detail
Routes, timings and pickup points are checked before the day, so your journey runs to plan and there are no surprises.
Discreet by default
What is said in the car stays in the car. Our chauffeurs know when to help and when to stay in the background.
Ready for the unexpected
Our chauffeurs are PHECC first aid trained, and our close protection team is security trained, so you are in safe hands if plans change.
How Lir can help
Executive Chauffeur Service
Meetings, roadshows and site visits planned around your day.
Corporate travelDublin Airport Transfers
Meet and greet in the arrivals hall, with a fixed quote agreed in advance.
Airport transfersVIP Meet and Greet
A personal chaperone from the baggage hall for VIPs and delegates.
VIP arrivalsClose Protection
Security trained chauffeurs for dignitaries, embassies and high profile clients.
Close protectionWedding Chauffeur
Immaculate cars and a calm chauffeur who keeps the day on time.
Wedding carsExecutive Travel Guides
Practical advice for business travel, airport arrivals and VIP guests in Ireland.
Read the guidesTrusted by the people we drive
Alan has been a key partner for our team's travel to Dublin; our go to for any transportation need! Responsive, reliable, accommodating.
For corporate travel specifically, Alan is always timely in providing expense documentation to me. Having regularly used other companies, I would not use anyone else.
I have been using Lir Chauffeur's for a long time now for all of our corporate executive bookings. Very professional and always deliver a fantastic service.
Why we are called Lir
In one of Ireland’s oldest legends, the four Children of Lir are turned into swans and spend 900 years on the lakes and seas of Ireland, staying together through every storm. For us, the story is about loyalty and looking after the people in your care. That is the promise behind every Lir journey.
Questions about our Dublin chauffeur company
Anything else, just call 085 842 0199.
Who owns Lir Executive Chauffeur Service?
Lir is owned and run by its founder, Alan McLoughlin. Alan served with the Military Police Corps of the Irish Defence Forces before moving into close protection, and he is a member of the International Association of Close Protection Professionals (IACPP).
Where is Lir based?
Lir is based in Ashbourne, Co. Meath, a short drive from Dublin Airport. From there we cover Dublin city, Dublin Airport and every county in Ireland.
What kind of clients does Lir drive?
We drive corporate executives, visiting delegates, diplomats and embassy guests, wedding parties and private travellers who want to see Ireland in comfort.
Does Lir provide security trained chauffeurs?
Yes. Our close protection service is led by Alan, who is IACPP and ISTI trained, and we can provide chauffeurs from military and police backgrounds for dignitaries and high profile clients.
What vehicles does Lir use?
Lir uses luxury sedans and 7 seater MPVs, all with leather interiors, WiFi and complimentary water on board.
Why is the company called Lir?
The name comes from the Children of Lir, one of Ireland’s oldest legends. It reflects our Irish roots, and the loyalty and care we bring to every client.
Your chauffeur, arranged
Airport arrivals, board meetings, weddings and state visits. One call and it is handled.