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UK Faces Technical Recession and Construction Contraction

  UK Faces Technical Recession and Construction Contraction

In a significant revelation, recent data highlights a technical recession in the UK, with a decline in construction output, prompting

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Rail next stop as Cobh and Harbour Chamber infra push gathers steam

  Rail next stop as Cobh and Harbour Chamber infra push gathers steam

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

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PPPs to take centre stage at National Construction Summit

  PPPs to take centre stage at National Construction Summit

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

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Sisk appoints John Hennessey as Regional Director

  Sisk appoints John Hennessey as Regional Director

Sisk, an esteemed international construction and engineering firm, has appointed John Hennessey as the new Regional Director for its Data

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Irish Government Launches €21 Million Grant Program for Electric Vehicle Charging Infrastructure

  Irish Government Launches €21 Million Grant Program for Electric Vehicle Charging Infrastructure

In a significant move towards promoting electric vehicle (EV) adoption, the Irish government has unveiled a €21 million (£18m) grant

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Eli Lilly’s Groundbreaking $1 Billion Investment Expands Life Sciences Presence in Limerick

  Eli Lilly’s Groundbreaking $1 Billion Investment Expands Life Sciences Presence in Limerick

Eli Lilly and Company, a renowned global life sciences company, initiated its presence in Ireland in 1978 with a small

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Government Response to MMC Taskforce Criticism Sparks Controversy in Housing Sector

  Government Response to MMC Taskforce Criticism Sparks Controversy in Housing Sector

In a recent session of the House of Lords’ Built Environment Committee, Housing Secretary Michael Gove rejected the idea of

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Breedon at Crossroads: RBC’s Dual Prescription for Steady Income or Ambitious Growth

  Breedon at Crossroads: RBC’s Dual Prescription for Steady Income or Ambitious Growth

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

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Business Groups Advocate Unified Energy Policy Across Ireland

  Business Groups Advocate Unified Energy Policy Across Ireland

In a significant move following the restoration of the Stormont Executive, Ibec, the business representative association in Ireland, has joined

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Report Urges Closer Collaboration Between Ireland and UK to Meet Climate Targets

  Report Urges Closer Collaboration Between Ireland and UK to Meet Climate Targets

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

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Robertson Timber Engineering Advances Sustainable Construction Solutions in Pursuit of Net Zero Objectives

  Robertson Timber Engineering Advances Sustainable Construction Solutions in Pursuit of Net Zero Objectives

Robertson Timber Engineering (RTE) has solidified its dedication to mass timber solutions in response to growing customer demands and a

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Northern Ireland’s Economic Boom: Strong Growth and High Confidence in 2024

  Northern Ireland’s Economic Boom: Strong Growth and High Confidence in 2024

Northern Ireland is currently undergoing a notable economic upswing, with companies reporting substantial growth in their order books, instilling confidence

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Tánaiste Micheál Martin Unveils Upgraded Dunkettle Interchange in Cork

  Tánaiste Micheál Martin Unveils Upgraded Dunkettle Interchange in Cork

The Dunkettle Interchange, situated just outside Cork City, has been officially inaugurated by Tánaiste Micheál Martin, marking the completion of

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Construction Sector Faces Challenges Amidst Growth: Survey Insights

  Construction Sector Faces Challenges Amidst Growth: Survey Insights

The Construction Industry Federation’s Quarter 1 Outlook Survey reveals positive trends in turnover and employment for the construction sector. Surveying

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Irish Government Allocates €750,000 to Lure Construction Workers Back Home

  Irish Government Allocates €750,000 to Lure Construction Workers Back Home

Under a new government initiative, Irish construction workers living abroad are being encouraged to return home to help alleviate the

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Construction Sector Sees Contraction Despite Housing Growth

  Construction Sector Sees Contraction Despite Housing Growth

The latest findings from the BNP Paribas Real Estate Ireland Construction Index reveal that while new home building continues to

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Marlfield Flood Alleviation Scheme Faces Delays and Tough Choices

  Marlfield Flood Alleviation Scheme Faces Delays and Tough Choices

The Marlfield Flood Alleviation Scheme in Clonmel is facing delays, pushing the construction start to mid-2026. Michael Scully, a civil

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Graham Leads Lakes Estate Renewal: Constructing 183 Homes in Bletchley

  Graham Leads Lakes Estate Renewal: Constructing 183 Homes in Bletchley

Graham, a construction and civil engineering company from Northern Ireland, has secured the principal contractor role for Phase A of

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Pentagon Technologies Group to Create 100 Jobs in Dundalk Expansion

  Pentagon Technologies Group to Create 100 Jobs in Dundalk Expansion

Pentagon Technologies Group has unveiled plans to generate 100 employment opportunities at its Dundalk facility in County Louth within the

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Progress in December, Yet a 14% Spike in Homelessness: Focus Ireland Urges Long-Term Solutions.

  Progress in December, Yet a 14% Spike in Homelessness: Focus Ireland Urges Long-Term Solutions.

A recent report from the Department of Housing reveals a notable decrease of 196 individuals experiencing homelessness in December, bringing

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Redevelopment Initiative Enhances Focus Ireland’s Dublin Hub for Homelessness Services

  Redevelopment Initiative Enhances Focus Ireland’s Dublin Hub for Homelessness Services

In a significant effort to address homelessness, Focus Ireland’s High Street Dublin 8 premises underwent a transformative redevelopment project, led

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Mount Lucas to Host Groundbreaking Demonstration Park Revolutionizing Modern Construction Methods

  Mount Lucas to Host Groundbreaking Demonstration Park Revolutionizing Modern Construction Methods

A groundbreaking demonstration park is in the works for Mount Lucas, set to revolutionize modern building methods. Spearheaded by the

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Construction Industry Tackles Mental Health Crisis: The Lighthouse Charity Leads the Way

  Construction Industry Tackles Mental Health Crisis: The Lighthouse Charity Leads the Way

The construction industry grapples with a significant challenge as mental health issues persist, with an alarming statistic of an average

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‘Funding to deliver is key’ for NI infrastructure.

  ‘Funding to deliver is key’ for NI infrastructure.

As the Chair of the Northern Ireland Assembly Infrastructure Committee and Northern Ireland’s Minister for Infrastructure outline their priorities, completion

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Belfast Construction Landscape Shifts Gears: A Comprehensive Analysis

  Belfast Construction Landscape Shifts Gears: A Comprehensive Analysis

In 2023, Belfast experienced a tempered pace in construction activity, as revealed by Deloitte’s annual regional crane survey. The city

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Cromcastle Development Unveiled in Dublin 5

  Cromcastle Development Unveiled in Dublin 5

The Cromcastle development in Dublin is set to revitalize a 1.7-acre site at the intersection of Oscar Traynor Road and

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H&MV Engineering Expands Global Presence with Acquisition of Skanstec Group

  H&MV Engineering Expands Global Presence with Acquisition of Skanstec Group

H&MV Engineering, a leading specialist in high voltage electrical engineering and design, has announced its acquisition of Skanstec Group, a

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Home Building Finance Ireland Surpasses Targets, Approves €408 Million in Loans for 2023

  Home Building Finance Ireland Surpasses Targets, Approves €408 Million in Loans for 2023

Home Building Finance Ireland (HBFI) has marked a successful year by approving loans totalling €408 million, bringing its cumulative approvals

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FEMCON’s Toolkit for Gender Equality

  FEMCON’s Toolkit for Gender Equality

FEMCON, a pioneering initiative in the construction sector, seeks to revolutionize the industry and promote gender equality through its dynamic

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Smurfit Kappa Commits €54 Million Investment to Double Capacity at Alicante Plant

  Smurfit Kappa Commits €54 Million Investment to Double Capacity at Alicante Plant

Smurfit Kappa, a leading packaging company, is gearing up to invest €54 million in doubling the capacity of its bag-in-box

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