Construction finalists from across Ireland will put their skills to the test when WorldSkills Ireland returns to RDS Simmonscourt, Dublin, from 16th – 18th September. More than 160 students and apprentices will compete across 31 live National Skills competitions, including 49 finalists across nine construction skill areas. These include Architectural Stonemasonry, Bricklaying, Cabinetmaking, Carpentry, Electrical Installation, Joinery, […]
Cork Business Association (CBA) has announced the launch of the Better Building Awards 2026, with nominations now open. Supported by Cork City Council, these awards honour the businesses, developers, landlords, and tenants who take pride in presenting Cork city’s buildings at their best. This much-loved initiative celebrates everything from innovative new homes and businesses to […]
Egis UK & Ireland has announced the appointment of Helen Bray as Finance Director of the company’s Operations and Maintenance division. Helen has been promoted to the position following an extensive career in Egis in which she has held a number of senior financial roles. A native of Cahir, in Co Tipperary, Helen initially worked […]
Gas Networks Ireland has connected College Group’s new €30 million biomethane facility in Nobber, Co. Meath, to Ireland’s national gas network, enabling the business to transform waste into renewable gas. The biomethane produced at the facility will not only increase the amount of renewable gas on the network but will also be used to power […]
A coalition of leading organisations from across Ireland’s built environment sector has launched Constructing Equality Ireland. This new industry-led initiative, facilitated by Business in the Community Ireland, aims to accelerate progress on gender equality and increasing the representation of women at all levels across the construction industry. Established by Founding Partners from across the construction sector, Constructing […]
The Land Development Agency (LDA) and O’Callaghan Properties have announced plans to deliver 103 homes in Cork’s South Docks. The new homes are being developed at Kennedy Quay next to the River Lee. The project is a core part of the ongoing regeneration of the Cork Docklands and will act as a catalyst for further […]
Dublin City Council has announced the appointment of Purcell Construction Limited as main contractor for Phase 1 of the Parnell Square Cultural Quarter project, with construction due to commence in the coming weeks. The appointment marks a major milestone in the delivery of one of the most significant civic and cultural projects undertaken in Dublin […]
Chadwicks Group has celebrated the completion of one of the largest projects delivered through its longstanding partnership with Irish Wheelchair Association’s (IWA), transforming accessible apartments at Carmel Fallon Centre & Apartments in Clontarf, Dublin. As part of the refurbishment, The Panelling Centre, Chadwicks Group’s specialist supplier of kitchens, wardrobes, flooring and interior solutions, donated new […]
Cairn has announced five senior leadership appointments, further strengthening the capabilities that will support the company’s continued growth and long-term ambitions. The appointments span finance, communications, legal, procurement & commercial, and digital transformation, reflecting Cairn’s continued investment in the leadership capability needed to support a growing business. They are being made during a period of significant […]
The Land Development Agency (LDA) is on track for the delivery of at least 13,000 new homes between now and 2030, according to a new 2026 mid-year progress update. This will be in addition to the 3,215 homes the LDA has already completed since 2022. The update shows the LDA’s current project pipeline now has […]
