Excitement for the pipeline of capital and housing projects tangible as the National Construction Summit on April 18th set to be the largest industry event in Ireland. Dublin, 12 April
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As climate change intensifies, Ireland faces increasing threats to its water, energy sources, and infrastructure, particularly in remote communities. To address these challenges and enhance climate resilience, a LIFE project
Movember is the world’s leading men’s health charity. We focus in the areas of mental health & suicide prevention, prostate cancer & testicular cancer. Since 2003, Movember has funded over
The Minister for Finance, Michael McGrath T.D., and the Minister for Public Expenditure, NDP Delivery and Reform, Paschal Donohoe T.D., have announced the publication of the groundbreaking Future Ireland Fund
The Commission for Regulation of Utilities (CRU) has launched a consultation on Gas Networks Ireland’s Development Plan as critical infrastructure programme ramps up, writes David Keniry. The CRU has a
The long-term model and vision for offshore renewable energy (ORE) in Ireland is to be published in April, David Keniry writes. The Minister for the Environment, Climate and Communications Eamon
The European Environment Agency (EEA) has recently released a report stressing the urgency for Ireland’s construction industry to proactively address the impending impacts of climate change. Even under optimistic global
The recent modifications to the tractor driver licence category in Ireland, specifically the ‘W’ category, are causing a stir within the agricultural and contracting communities. The Association of Farm and
Transport Infrastructure Ireland (TII) has consented to excavating tunnels deeper into the ground during the Metrolink construction to mitigate potential damage to city center buildings. The Metrolink project, slated to
Phoenix Tower International (PTI) has finalized the acquisition of Cellnex’s telecom infrastructure business in Ireland for a whopping €971 million. This move adds to PTI’s existing portfolio, which includes towers
The National Transport Authority (NTA) has unveiled the results of its groundbreaking survey, marking the most extensive analysis to date of walking, wheeling, and cycling activities across Ireland. The findings
Ireland’s utilities regulator has launched a consultation on models to build, finance, and maintain the grid to harness offshore wind, writes David Keniry. The Commission for Regulation of Utilities (CRU)
In a collaborative effort between the Chartered Institute of Building (CIOB) and TASC, a prominent economic and social think-tank in Ireland, a new report delves into the challenges and opportunities
Dubbed “Ireland Raises the Roof,” the National Standards Authority of Ireland (NSAI) has embarked on a transformative journey to reshape construction practices across the country. From safety to sustainability, this
Education Minister Paul Givan has revealed that ten new-build integrated school projects in Northern Ireland are facing delays due to the withdrawal of funding by Westminster. The setback is attributed
Sir Jeffrey Donaldson, leader of the Democratic Unionist Party (DUP), has welcomed the Irish Government’s pledge of €800 million for projects benefiting Northern Ireland. However, he emphasized that funding for
Transport Infrastructure Ireland (TII) has unveiled a significant funding allocation of €23.4 million for road projects in Sligo and Leitrim, marking a crucial step forward for infrastructure development in the
Mobility Now will see industry leaders and innovators discuss the latest technology disruptions and opportunities in building a sustainable and efficient transport system fit for the future. The inaugural Mobility
Bank of Ireland has strategically appointed Niamh De Niese as the Chief Digital and Architecture Officer, marking a significant move to enhance its digital capabilities. In this newly established role,
Bank of Ireland has made a significant commitment to addressing Ireland’s housing crisis by announcing a substantial increase in funding for housing development. The bank aims to reach €2.5 billion
In a significant move following the restoration of the Stormont Executive, Ibec, the business representative association in Ireland, has joined forces with its Northern Irish counterpart, the Confederation of British
A collaborative effort between Irish business group Ibec and the Confederation of British Industry (CBI) Northern Ireland underscores the imperative for Ireland to enhance cooperation with the UK, particularly through
Northern Ireland is currently undergoing a notable economic upswing, with companies reporting substantial growth in their order books, instilling confidence across the region. A recent survey by Ulster Bank revealed
A recent report from the Department of Housing reveals a notable decrease of 196 individuals experiencing homelessness in December, bringing
In a significant effort to address homelessness, Focus Ireland’s High Street Dublin 8 premises underwent a transformative redevelopment project, led
Home Building Finance Ireland (HBFI) has marked a successful year by approving loans totalling €408 million, bringing its cumulative approvals
Home Building Finance Ireland (HBFI) achieved notable success last year as it greenlit loans amounting to €408 million, elevating its
In a long-anticipated development, the construction of Curracloe Links, a 28-year dream project, is set to commence in southeast Ireland.
Ireland marked a significant achievement in its housing sector with the completion of 32,695 new homes in 2023, marking the
In a recent study conducted by the hiring platform Indeed, it has been revealed that employers in Ireland are grappling
A potential wave of redundancies looms over broadband company Fibrus as it nears the completion of its extensive fibre-to-the-premises project
Minister of State in the Department of Enterprise and local Fianna Fáil TD, Dara Calleary, enthusiastically welcomed the commencement of
Leading construction firm Graham has been awarded a substantial £70 million contract by property developer Bricks Group for the Bendigo
Global infrastructure consulting firm AECOM anticipates that the value of Ireland’s construction industry will hover around €32 billion this year,
The development of the Corrib gas field in Connacht has provided a path to meet Ireland’s greatest infrastructure challenges including
In a robust finish to 2023, Ireland has witnessed a significant surge in housing commencements, marking the highest level of
The decarbonisation of infrastructure and the built environment is a global challenge and an opportunity for Ireland as has been
Tourism Ireland revealed its 2024 international marketing strategy, aiming to propel Ireland to the forefront of global tourism. In a
Ireland has unveiled an ambitious plan to transform the country into a cycling haven by 2040 through the National Cycle
Global technology leader Hitachi Energy has embarked on an eight-year service agreement, signalling a significant leap in enhancing the electricity
A newly released report from the Economic and Social Research Institute sheds light on the increasing reliance of Ireland’s nursing
Enterprise Ireland revealed a remarkable surge in net employment, reaching a record-breaking 225,500 jobs amid the challenges of the past
“Peter Glynne Assumes Presidency of Project Management Institute’s Ireland Chapter for a Two-Year Term” The Ireland Chapter of the Project
A recent analysis conducted by Euroconstruct, the construction market forecasting network, offers an optimistic outlook for Ireland’s construction sector. The
The analysis reveals that the number of homes available for sale in Ireland last year remained significantly below pre-COVID levels,
Construction output in Ireland is forecast to grow at the strongest rate among 19 European countries, expanding by 3.2% this
Quintain Ireland has announced the appointment of Isabelle Gallagher (pictured) as its new Head of Development. A Dublin native with
MMC Ireland, an industry organisation comprising over 60 member companies committed to promoting offsite and other modern methods of construction
Reductions in carbon emissions from buildings are stalling in several G20 countries in Europe (UK, France, and Germany) and emissions
Construction work on the Celtic Interconnector project has commenced. The start of construction on the project signifies an important step forward
Hagan Homes, the award-winning company that has built over 5000 homes across Northern Ireland since 1988, has begun Phase 3 of
Quintain Ireland has advised that Eddie Byrne, the company’s co-managing partner, is to leave the business. Michael Hynes, who has served as co-managing
A much higher level of modular housing is badly needed to address the housing shortage crisis, according to Engineers Ireland’s
The Almac Group, which provides a range of contract pharmaceutical development and manufacturing services globally, has announced details of an
A contractor has been appointed for the Queen’s University-led Advanced Manufacturing Innovation Centre (AMIC), a £100 million Belfast Region City
The expansion of global modular building specialist, Volumetric Building Companies, continues with the opening of its first operation in Ireland.
Intel will not be building a series of planned new huge European chip manufacturing facilities in Ireland, with the
Deloitte Ireland’s latest Real Estate Planning & Development Statistics report shows that commencement notices were lodged on 24,304 units