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
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Irish Rail has expressed concerns regarding a significant housing development planned for Gort, particularly due to its close proximity to the rail line. The proposed project aims to construct 234
The York Street Interchange project in Belfast, aimed at alleviating congestion at Northern Ireland’s busiest road junction, has faced persistent delays and escalating costs since its announcement in 2007. The
Irish residential construction activity continued its downward trend for the 17th consecutive month in February, posing a challenge to the Government’s target of increasing home completions by 2.3 percent to
M&N Civil Engineering recently celebrated a remarkable milestone as it reached its 20th year in business. Founded in 2004 by Manus McGarvey, the company has grown from building one-off houses
Transport Infrastructure Ireland (TII) has agreed to excavate tunnels deeper into the ground during the construction of the Metrolink to prevent potential damage to city center buildings. Scheduled to commence
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 ICW Group’s Showcase Awards recently honoured six outstanding construction companies in Northern Ireland, highlighting their remarkable achievements in building projects. Rodgers Construction secured the prestigious House of the Year
A private partner is sought to design, build, and finance a campus building for Technological University Dublin (TU Dublin), writes David Keniry. The Grangegorman Development Agency (GDA) is seeking to
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
Nautic Building Company, an established construction firm in Co Limerick, has faced financial collapse, leading to its liquidation with debts exceeding €5.2 million. Founded in 1981, the company, headed by
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
A recent report by broker Goodbody sheds light on the challenges facing the Irish housebuilding industry, emphasizing the need for increased scale and efficiency to address the housing crisis effectively.
The Commercial Court recently heard arguments regarding Walls Construction’s proposed growth share scheme, which aims to retain key personnel and incentivize management to achieve financial targets. The Irish building firm,
Construction expenses in the UK are expected to rise by 3–3.8% in the current year, following a 4.1% surge in 2023, as projected by a recent report from Currie &
Iarnród Éireann CEO Jim Meade is the next guest speaker at the Cobh & Harbour Chamber’s Business Breakfast series which has provided a national benchmark in bringing stakeholders together to
Ireland’s largest construction industry event will feature a panel discussion between industry leaders on the how public private partnerships (PPPs) can help meet infrastructure challenges, writes David Keniry. Áine Walsh,
RBC Capital Markets has initiated coverage on Breedon, a major player in construction materials, with an ‘outperform’ rating and a 575p price target. The firm faces a critical decision between
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
The Construction Industry Federation’s Quarter 1 Outlook Survey reveals positive trends in turnover and employment for the construction sector. Surveying
Under a new government initiative, Irish construction workers living abroad are being encouraged to return home to help alleviate the
The latest findings from the BNP Paribas Real Estate Ireland Construction Index reveal that while new home building continues to
Graham, a construction and civil engineering company from Northern Ireland, has secured the principal contractor role for Phase A of
Pentagon Technologies Group has unveiled plans to generate 100 employment opportunities at its Dundalk facility in County Louth within the
In a significant effort to address homelessness, Focus Ireland’s High Street Dublin 8 premises underwent a transformative redevelopment project, led
The construction industry grapples with a significant challenge as mental health issues persist, with an alarming statistic of an average
In 2023, Belfast experienced a tempered pace in construction activity, as revealed by Deloitte’s annual regional crane survey. The city
The Cromcastle development in Dublin is set to revitalize a 1.7-acre site at the intersection of Oscar Traynor Road and
FEMCON, a pioneering initiative in the construction sector, seeks to revolutionize the industry and promote gender equality through its dynamic
In a long-anticipated development, the construction of Curracloe Links, a 28-year dream project, is set to commence in southeast Ireland.
In our ongoing series of insightful interviews with key figures in the Irish construction industry, we turn our attention to
A recent independent assessment has unveiled a daunting challenge for Ireland’s housing sector – the cost of delivering social homes
The Land Development Agency has issued a Pre-Qualification Questionnaire for a key strategic development located in County Dublin as Minister
The UK construction industry is facing an unprecedented crisis, with a record 4,370 companies in the sector experiencing insolvency in
The latest GeoDirectory Residential Buildings Report brings encouraging news for Wexford’s housing sector, revealing positive developments in the region. As
In a resolute move to combat economic challenges in Northern Ireland, Mr Robert Carmichael, Chairman of the East Derry Ulster
The UK construction sector is grappling with an “immensely difficult period” as recent data from auditing firm Mazars reveals a
In a groundbreaking revelation, the Department of Housing, Local Government, and Heritage reported a remarkable surge in residential construction in
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
The groundbreaking ‘St. James’ STACK, presented by Sela,’ is officially in progress, signaling the commencement of the fanzone’s creation outside
In a recent conversation with Sharon Lynch, Business Development Manager at MHI, we gained valuable insights into the influential role
Gavin Lawlor MIPI has been elected as the President of the Irish Planning Institute (IPI) for the term 2024-2025, ushering
Darragh O’Brien, Minister for Housing, Local Government and Heritage, to Speak at National Construction Summit –18th April 2024 – Sport
Global infrastructure consulting firm AECOM anticipates that the value of Ireland’s construction industry will hover around €32 billion this year,
In a recent interview with Sharon Lynch, Business Development Manager for BAM, one of the key sponsors of the upcoming
In a bid to enhance the quality and diversity of housing while promoting sustainable urban development, the Irish Minister for
Niaron Ltd., the Irish construction and civil engineering group, has appointed Colin Cleary as Managing Director to drive advancements in
James Wimpenny, Executive Director of Bam’s UK and Ireland construction division, is set to retire on January 31, 2024, after
In a revelation three months ago, the Irish Home Builders Association and Construction Industry Federation expressed grave concerns following an
In a decisive move towards progress, the Irish Government has set the gears in motion for the long-awaited National Maternity
We have a special feature — an interview with Dominic McAndrew, Director of Box on Box. Dominic shares his perspectives
A recent analysis conducted by Euroconstruct, the construction market forecasting network, offers an optimistic outlook for Ireland’s construction sector. The
In the past year, Cork experienced a grim distinction as it reported the highest number of workplace fatalities in 2023,