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

The Connecting Europe Facility (CEF) Energy has announced the launch of a new call for proposals, inviting submissions for key cross-border EU energy infrastructure projects. This initiative is in accordance

There has been a notable surge in housebuilding activity during the first quarter of this year, attributed largely to a waiver on development levies set to expire soon. Introduced by

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

Digital Design and Consultancy is excited to announce its new Point Cloud Surveying (PCS) service, changing how construction on projects is managed. This service provides ultra-accurate data for architectural, structural,

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 Minister for Justice has successfully secured an additional €93 million in capital funding under the National Development Plan (NDP) for crucial justice projects over the next three years. Among

The Government has given the green light to the Green Public Procurement Strategy and Action Plan, titled “Buying Greener: Green Public Procurement Strategy and Action Plan 2024-2027,” marking a significant

The National Transport Authority (NTA) is exploring the possibility of discontinuing direct rail services between County Wexford and Dublin, according to recent developments. Two independent studies examining the capacity of

Concept plans for a potential third terminal at Dublin Airport have been officially submitted to Fingal County Council by aviation entrepreneurs Des and Ulick McEvaddy. The proposed terminal, part of

Exciting plans for a cutting-edge science museum and planetarium, set to be located at the National Concert Hall complex in Dublin, have been given the green light with the recent

BREAKING GROUND: IRELAND’S CONSTRUCTION PODCAST ON IPROPERTYRADIO EPISODE 50 National Construction Summit 2024 March 25, 2024 Carol Tallon View the website “There’s somebody in a facility somewhere making something and there is a

A longstanding deficiency in Northern Ireland’s water infrastructure investment is now manifesting as a significant obstacle to new housing developments, according to a recent report by the Comptroller and Auditor

Unilin Insulation, a significant player in the insulation industry, has appointed Aidan Doyle as the General Manager for its operations in the UK and Ireland. Doyle brings a diverse background

European Infrastructure Conference 2024 will take place in Dublin on November 14th, writes David Keniry. The third edition of the European Infrastructure Conference will take place at The Clayton Hotel

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

A groundbreaking proposal has emerged in North Lincolnshire, UK, signalling a potential technological revolution in the region. The project, set to unfold on pristine greenfield land south of A160 in

The construction industry in Ireland is poised to face a slight decline of 1% in 2024, according to estimates from industry analysts. This contraction is primarily attributed to several factors,

Plans for housing developments in Mallow and Midleton face differing fates as regulatory hurdles shape their trajectories. In Mallow, Oakfield Resources Limited’s proposal to erect 88 new homes in Annabella

As the local and European elections loom, Chambers Ireland is making its priorities clear, emphasizing the urgent need for more homes and a reduction in regulatory burdens for businesses. At

Exciting news emerges from the Shannon Airport Group as it secures nominations for two prestigious national awards in construction and architecture. The recently completed commercial properties, Block R and Block

Tipperary County Council has given the green light for a significant development at Powerstown Park Ltd, marking a new chapter

SuperNode Ltd has welcomed Ireland’s Offshore Wind Industrial Strategy as new board members appointed following the passing of founder Eddie

Minister for Further and Higher Education, Research, Innovation and Science, Simon Harris TD, has welcomed the Government’s approval to implement

The European Environment Agency (EEA) has recently released a report stressing the urgency for Ireland’s construction industry to proactively address

Irish Rail has expressed concerns regarding a significant housing development planned for Gort, particularly due to its close proximity to

The York Street Interchange project in Belfast, aimed at alleviating congestion at Northern Ireland’s busiest road junction, has faced persistent

Irish residential construction activity continued its downward trend for the 17th consecutive month in February, posing a challenge to the

M&N Civil Engineering recently celebrated a remarkable milestone as it reached its 20th year in business. Founded in 2004 by

Transport Infrastructure Ireland (TII) has agreed to excavate tunnels deeper into the ground during the construction of the Metrolink to

Transport Infrastructure Ireland (TII) has consented to excavating tunnels deeper into the ground during the Metrolink construction to mitigate potential

Phoenix Tower International (PTI) has finalized the acquisition of Cellnex’s telecom infrastructure business in Ireland for a whopping €971 million.

The ICW Group’s Showcase Awards recently honoured six outstanding construction companies in Northern Ireland, highlighting their remarkable achievements in building

A private partner is sought to design, build, and finance a campus building for Technological University Dublin (TU Dublin), writes

Ireland’s utilities regulator has launched a consultation on models to build, finance, and maintain the grid to harness offshore wind,

In a collaborative effort between the Chartered Institute of Building (CIOB) and TASC, a prominent economic and social think-tank in

Dubbed “Ireland Raises the Roof,” the National Standards Authority of Ireland (NSAI) has embarked on a transformative journey to reshape

Nautic Building Company, an established construction firm in Co Limerick, has faced financial collapse, leading to its liquidation with debts

Sir Jeffrey Donaldson, leader of the Democratic Unionist Party (DUP), has welcomed the Irish Government’s pledge of €800 million for

Transport Infrastructure Ireland (TII) has unveiled a significant funding allocation of €23.4 million for road projects in Sligo and Leitrim,

A recent report by broker Goodbody sheds light on the challenges facing the Irish housebuilding industry, emphasizing the need for

The Commercial Court recently heard arguments regarding Walls Construction’s proposed growth share scheme, which aims to retain key personnel and

Construction expenses in the UK are expected to rise by 3–3.8% in the current year, following a 4.1% surge in

Iarnród Éireann CEO Jim Meade is the next guest speaker at the Cobh & Harbour Chamber’s Business Breakfast series which

Ireland’s largest construction industry event will feature a panel discussion between industry leaders on the how public private partnerships (PPPs)

RBC Capital Markets has initiated coverage on Breedon, a major player in construction materials, with an ‘outperform’ rating and a

A collaborative effort between Irish business group Ibec and the Confederation of British Industry (CBI) Northern Ireland underscores the imperative

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