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Egis / SYSTRA JV Secures Prestigious Multi-Disciplinary Consultancy Framework with Iarnród Éireann

21 Nov , 2024  

Egis a leading provider of multi-disciplinary consultancy services, and engineering and consultancy group SYSTRA, have been awarded a Single Party Framework Agreement to provide consultancy services to Iarnród Éireann (Irish Rail) in a joint venture. The framework success underscores Egis and SYSTRA’s capabilities in delivering high-quality, strategic, technical, and contract advisory services across complex infrastructure […]

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dlr Architects Win ‘Energy in Buildings’ Sustainable Energy Authority of Ireland (SEAI) 2024 Award

21 Nov , 2024  

Dún Laoghaire-Rathdown County Council won the ‘Energy in Buildings’ Sustainable Energy Authority of Ireland (SEAI) 2024 Award this month. dlr Architects developed the Ballyogan Square project as a pioneering example of sustainable social housing. This development features 67 new two and three-bedroom terrace houses. The design emphasises a “fabric first” approach. It optimises building envelope […]

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Land Development Agency publishes plans for almost 200 homes in North Dublin

18 Nov , 2024  

The Land Development Agency (LDA) has published draft plans for a new affordable and social housing development at Kinsealy in North County Dublin. The proposed scheme will deliver 193 two and three-bedroom homes on the site of the former Teagasc Research Centre. The land is being transferred by the State’s Agriculture and Food Development Authority […]

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Egis in Ireland announces appointment of Andrew Doyle as Director of Transportation and Martin Hogan as Chief Business Officer

18 Nov , 2024  

Egis in Ireland has announced the appointment of Andrew Doyle as its new Country Director for Transportation and Martin Hogan as Chief Business Officer. In his new role, Doyle will have responsibility for the company’s full transportation business in Ireland, which includes advising on, designing, and construction supervision for heavy and light rail, bus, tram […]

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Development Capital invests in Buttimer Engineering as company targets growing revenues from €25m to €65m by 2028

14 Nov , 2024  

Development Capital has announced a significant investment in Buttimer Engineering.  Based in Cahir, Co. Tipperary, Buttimer Engineering is a diversified engineering business specialising in dry and liquid bulk materials handling systems and steel fabrication.  It provides a full service offering to its customers including design, fabrication, procurement, installation, maintenance, project management and engineering services with 2024 projected revenues of […]

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Irish Ambassador Hosts Modern Methods of Construction Forum at Embassy of Ireland, London

29 Oct , 2024  

A capacity audience gathered at the Embassy of Ireland’s Grosvenor Place residence on 23rd October, where Ambassador Martin Fraser and Mrs Deirdre Fraser hosted an evening devoted to exploring offsite and other Modern Methods of Construction (MMC). The London Irish Construction Network (TLICN) organised the event, bringing together key figures from the construction industry to examine […]

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RIAI launches ‘Irish Cities in Crisis’ – a new book calling for radical change in how we plan Irish cities

24 Oct , 2024  

The Royal Institute of the Architects of Ireland (RIAI) has launched Irish Cities in Crisis – the most comprehensive book on Irish cities to date. The book, launched at the National Gallery of Ireland, spans 678 pages of content by 29 contributors and includes case studies and examples of projects on successful European cities.  Irish Cities in […]

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TG4 powers forward with Solar Energy

24 Oct , 2024  

TG4 has made significant strides toward sustainable broadcasting by integrating solar power into its energy supply. While TG4 does not operate solely on solar energy, it supplements its electricity usage throughout most of the year and even has the capacity to run entirely on solar power.   Neil Keaveney, TG4’s Director of Technology, commented, “We are proud to […]

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HSA launches inspection campaign on construction sites to address dangers of working at height and ergonomics

21 Oct , 2024  

The Health and Safety Authority (HSA) has launched a nationwide inspection campaign focused on the dangers associated with working at height on construction sites. The campaign, which will run for two weeks, aims to promote compliance with safety regulations and reduce the number of accidents and fatalities related to working at height and ergonomics. Construction […]

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Heating project to provide green and sustainable heat to homes and buildings in Dublin’s Docklands

16 Oct , 2024  

COWI, a leading international engineering consulting group, has been appointed by RPS Group to support them in their role as the Technical Advisor for the Dublin District Heating Project (DDHP), led by Dublin City Council. The project will deliver a modern and sustainable heating network to the residents and businesses of Dublin, helping reach Ireland’s long-term […]