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
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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 for the racecourse. The approved plans include the construction of
SuperNode Ltd has welcomed Ireland’s Offshore Wind Industrial Strategy as new board members appointed following the passing of founder Eddie O’Connor, writes David Keniry. The Dublin-based developer of innovative subsea
Minister for Further and Higher Education, Research, Innovation and Science, Simon Harris TD, has welcomed the Government’s approval to implement several initiatives aimed at promoting careers in construction. A budget
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
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
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
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
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