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A major step forward for the scaffolding sector

5 Apr , 2022  

It is hoped that the launch of the first ever scaffolding apprenticeship in Ireland which took place this September will go a long way towards addressing the shortage of labour in the sector. Ger Crowley of Cork Scaffolding (CSC) Ltd, an active member and former chairman of NASAC joined the steering group and together in […]

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Health & Safety comes first at Kiernan Steel

4 Apr , 2022  

Kiernan Steel’s commitment to occupational health, safety and wellbeing was recognised at this year’s All-Ireland Occupational Safety Awards. The All-Ireland Occupational Safety Awards offers companies the chance to showcase the health and safety performance of their business. Winning a NISO/NISG Award demonstrates the positive and proactive culture of safety management that exists within a business. […]

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Galtee Group bounces back in style

1 Apr , 2022  

The Galtee Group has literally risen from the ashes to reclaim its place as one of Ireland’s leading manufacturers of decorative panels and internal doors. It has also added a couple of more strings to its bow as managing director Eoin Ryan explains. The second-generation business faced an uncertain future in June 2018 after its […]

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Premium building solutions from Davocal Construction

31 Mar , 2022  

Based in Blarney, Davocal Construction Ltd. is an industry-leading building contractor which consistently delivers premium properties across Cork, with quality workmanship and keen attention to detail ever-present prerequisites on every project undertaken. We spoke to proprietor David O’Callaghan to find out how Davocal has succeeded in developing a stellar reputation for excellence within the construction […]

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GWA shortlisted for prestigious award

30 Mar , 2022  

Geoffrey Whelan Architects (GWA) is a young, creative and dynamic practice which has been shortlisted in the Designer of the Year category at the 2021 Irish Construction Industry Awards for its work on Portobello Courtyard House, Dublin 8. Launched in 2014, the Irish Construction Industry Awards recognise, encourage and celebrate original and innovative contractors, businesses, […]

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Fifty years of excellence from James Malone Construction

29 Mar , 2022  

After celebrating 50 years in business in 2021, County Clare based James Malone Construction has an unrivalled track record for completing a wide range of building projects to the very highest standards, with a particular emphasis on public sector and healthcare work in recent years. We spoke to managing director Ronan Malone to find out […]

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Sub-Contractor of the Year nomination underlines T&A’s commitment to setting high standards

28 Mar , 2022  

The Irish Construction Industry Awards is the benchmark for those demonstrating excellence and innovation in Ireland’s construction industry. Cork-based T&A Civil Engineering and Building Contractors tick both those boxes and are deservedly shortlisted in the Sub-Contractor of the Year category.Offering a comprehensive range of quality building services across Munster, T&A Civil Engineering and Building Contractors are an […]

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The rise and rise of Cunningham Contracts

25 Mar , 2022  

No stranger to winning awards, Cunningham Contracts has also been nominated for its involvement in the Townspark, Kells and Balmoral Manor housing developments. The company’s HQ was shortlisted for Commercial Project of the Year, while Townspark and Balmoral Manor were nominated in the Residential Project of the Year (Large) and Residential Project of the Year categories respectively. Launched […]

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The future is now with Hybrid Heat Solutions

24 Mar , 2022  

Building Ireland travelled to Two-Mile Borris in Tipperary and touched base with Hybrid Heat Solutions proprietor Thomas Maher to find out more about this modern heating and plumbing outfit which has been delivering value-added solutions across the domestic, education, healthcare and industrial sectors for two decades and counting. Celebrating 20 years in business, Hybrid Heat […]

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Ethos’ Gary O’Reilly wins major award

23 Mar , 2022  

Ethos Engineering’s greatest asset is its people. So when associate Gary O’Reilly was recently named Young Fit Out Designer of the Year at the 2021 Irish Construction Industry Awards, it didn’t come as a surprise to anyone. A native of Bailieboro, Co. Cavan, the talented mechanical engineer was also shortlisted for Designer of the Year […]