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CPAC Modular Launches Ireland’s Most Advanced Permanent Modular Solution for Third Level Student Accommodation

22 Aug , 2025  

CPAC Modular, a trailblazer in modern construction innovation, has announced the launch of its Third Level Student Accommodation Solution—a state-of-the-art, permanent modular offering that redefines how student housing can be delivered in Ireland. According to a paper published by Student Universal Support Ireland (Susi) last year, figures show that on average there are three applications […]

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Sisk sets out Center Parcs €50M development plan

21 Aug , 2025  

Sisk has been announced as main contractor for the initial phase of further development at Center Parcs Longford Forest with construction already under way on site. Sisk completed the initial building phase of Ireland’s largest outdoor resort back in 2020.   Overall, a total of 300 jobs will be created during construction and approximately a […]

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McGuinness Mechanical Engineering set to grow exports by almost £11m

21 Aug , 2025  

Northern Ireland Economy Minister Dr Caoimhe Archibald has announced that leading Newry contractor McGuinness Mechanical Engineering (MGME) is set to double its turnover and increase exports by almost £11m. MGME is investing £3.5m to create 28 new high-quality jobs, doubling its workforce. This will enable the company to grow its maintenance division and increase sales in the […]

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Egis to create 100 new jobs amid increased investment in major national infrastructure projects

19 Aug , 2025  

Egis, the country’s largest multi-disciplinary consultancy, engineering and operations firm, has announced the creation of 100 new jobs. The announcement comes amid increased investment in major national infrastructure projects and following a number of new contract awards to Egis. The company will fill the new roles over the next 12 months and the majority of […]

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DampRite – As seen on TV 

15 Aug , 2025  

Specialising in remedial treatments of all dampness as well as buildings renovations and refurbishments, DampRite Ltd recently came to national attention when it featured on the hit TV show ‘The Great House Revival’.  Fronted by Jerry Galvin, the Killarney, Co. Kerry-based company took on the task of restoring and damp proofing a charming Victorian townhouse […]

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Alfa Electrical powers forward 

13 Aug , 2025  

These are exciting times for Alfa Electrical Ltd who have moved to new and more spacious premises in Ballymount, Dublin 12 and continue to go from strength to strength.  Approaching 20 years in business, Alfa Electrical is a leading provider of electrical services specialising in high-density, multi-occupancy, high-rise commercial and residential developments. Fronted by Brian […]

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Peter McVerry Trust delivers 12 social housing units in Limerick City

12 Aug , 2025  

In a continued effort to tackle homelessness, Peter McVerry Trust has completed 12 high-quality social housing units on Mallow Street in Limerick City. Delivered in partnership with Limerick City and County Council, the project has transformed a long-vacant site into modern, energy-efficient homes that will provide secure accommodation for individuals from the local social housing […]

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20th anniversary on the horizon for Eleco as it opens second premises in Limerick

11 Aug , 2025  

Operating with 20 full-time staff across two bases in the Munster region, Eleco Services Ltd is an Electrical & Security installation and maintenance contractor with a reputation which is second to none. Building Ireland touched base with its Managing Director Paudie McCarthy to hear more about its current projects and recent expansion to a second […]

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Ministers Heydon, Healy-Rae and Grealish launch pioneering research report on timber construction in Ireland

11 Aug , 2025  

Minister for Agriculture, Food and the Marine, Martin Heydon TD, has launched the Timber Construction in Ireland Research report, ‘Pioneering Research and Innovation for timber and wood-based products in Ireland’. Minister Heydon commented: “The Department of Agriculture, Food and the Marine is a key funder of forestry and timber research. My Department funds this research […]

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Land Development Agency to lodge plans for 285 homes at Limerick Gasworks Site

8 Aug , 2025  

The Land Development Agency (LDA) is to lodge plans for 285 new affordable homes at The Gasworks, Dock Road, Limerick. The homes are to be developed on land being acquired by the Agency from Gas Networks Ireland (GNI). The proposed development will include 142 one-bed, 127 two-bed and 16 three-bed apartments across three blocks ranging […]