Bretland has announced the promotion of John O’Connell to Construction Director. John joined the company in January 2024 as Senior Contracts Manager and has consistently demonstrated exceptional leadership, professionalism, and commitment. Starting his career as an Engineer, John has steadily progressed through the ranks to Construction Director, bringing years of site and management experience to […]
Designer Group, one of Ireland’s leading mechanical and electrical engineering companies, has expanded its Modular Manufacturing capability with the opening of a new €10 million facility in Kells, Co. Meath. The large investment in the 4,000sqm workshop demonstrates the company’s continued commitment to innovation, efficiency, and client value. The new facility is expected to employ […]
Kirby Group Engineering is set to support charities in Ireland, the UK, Italy, Sweden and South Africa this month as part of its annual Christmas donations campaign. The festive drive is a major part of its commitment to support good causes all year round. Kirby has its headquarters in Limerick and employs over 1,900 people […]
United Hardware, Ireland’s leading buying and marketing group for builders’ merchants, DIY and home & garden retail stores, honoured outstanding achievement and innovation at its 6th annual ‘United in Excellence Awards’ ceremony, held at The Galmont Hotel, Galway, following the group’s flagship conference. The event brought together over 250 guests from across the United Hardware […]
Minister of State with responsibility for the Office of Public Works (OPW), Kevin ‘Boxer’ Moran, TD, has announced the appointment of the main contractor who will undertake the planned restoration project to conserve and preserve the historic Kilmacurragh House in County Wicklow. The OPW has appointed Kelbuild Ltd, a company with specialist expertise in heritage […]
Minister of State for Housing, Local Government and Heritage, Christopher O’Sullivan TD, The Land Development Agency (LDA) and Dublin City Council (DCC) have marked the official start of construction for 708 new affordable homes at Cherry Orchard Point in Dublin 10. John Sisk and Son Ltd. have been appointed as construction partners for Phase 1A, […]
Operating out of Howth, Co Dublin, WCB Construction Ltd is a company which delivers bespoke, turnkey new build, extension and refurbishment solutions. Building Ireland touched base with one its two directors, Tadhg McGinley to discuss the ins and outs of this thriving business, its current projects and overall hopes going forward. When twin brothers Tadhg […]
Scaling new heights in electrical contracting for almost 30 years, Callaghan Electrical was delighted to be shortlisted in three different categories at the 2025 Irish Construction Industry (ICI) Awards. The County Cavan-based company’s commitment to excellence is reflected in it being a finalist for ‘Subcontractor of the Year’, ‘Innovation in Construction’ and ‘Apprenticeship Programme’. Launched […]
The Shannon Airport Group celebrated a major milestone in its sustainability and infrastructure journey with the official opening of Ireland’s first airfield-located solar PV farm, together with a significant extension to its European Boarding Gates designed to enhance access and experience for Shannon Airport users. Officiated by Minister for Climate, Environment & Energy, and Minister […]
Providing prompt and professional plant servicing, sales and repairs services to the construction industry at large, Billy Moran & Sons in Longford is an exceptional family-run business that celebrates its milestone 25th anniversary in 2025. Building Ireland sat down with the founder’s son, James Moran, to find out more. Specialising in plant machinery and large […]
