ESK proudly marks a significant milestone as it celebrates 25 years of providing exceptional civil engineering and construction services. Since its inception in 1999, the Tipperary company has been dedicated to delivering quality, efficiency, and value to its clients, solidifying its position as a leader in the industry. ESK has strategically pivoted its focus towards […]
The Land Development Agency (LDA) has announced the planned delivery of 392 apartments in partnership with Quintain Ireland at The Crossings, Adamstown in west Dublin. The scheme consists of 9 studios, 189 one-bedroom apartments, 185 two-bedroom apartments and 9 three-bedroom apartments across 3 blocks ranging in height from 5 to 9 storeys. The LDA apartments […]
The Department of Housing, Local Government and Heritage today published its monthly data on the number of Commencement Notices (residential construction starts) for April 2024. Highlights include: Reflecting on the figures and progress made, Minister for Housing, Local Government and Heritage, Darragh O’Brien TD said: “We have never before seen new home starts at this […]
The Health and Safety Authority (HSA) will carry out a two-week quarry safety inspection campaign commencing on Monday 13th May. The focus of the campaign is on the management of contractors. This inspection campaign will concentrate on key safety areas of concern including management and supervision of contractors while on site, employer cooperation and coordination […]
The Land Development Agency (LDA) has announced the launch of 57 newly built homes in Hollystown in Dublin 15. The homes are part of the Wilkinsons Brook development and are being delivered by the LDA through its Project Tosaigh initiative. They will be officially launched by the Housing Minister Darragh O’Brien. The A-rated, stylish and ultra-modern houses […]
Industry leaders and stakeholders gathered recently at the Aviva Stadium for Kilsarans ‘ESG Insights for the Construction Industry’ event. Hosted by Jonathan Healy, the event offered a deep dive into Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) practices within the construction sector. Attendees heard presentations and a panel discussion from various industry experts, each contributing to the […]
Uisce Éireann in collaboration with 20FIFTY Partners, has announced the launch of the Water Stewardship Accelerator Programme. This initiative aims to foster water resilience and sustainability among businesses in Ireland, with a particular focus on the Greater Dublin Area. Water scarcity poses a significant challenge to industries across Ireland, especially in vulnerable catchments and water-stressed […]
An Irish-based door-set and joinery manufacturer has acquired a key Bristol-based supplier in a move that is set to drive growth and increase capacity. Woodmarque, founded in 1977, manufactures specialist joinery, fire door-sets and contract furniture, confirmed today it had acquired Bristol-based Doorlining.com Ltd for an undisclosed sum. Woodmarque Managing Director, Ronan Quinn, said the […]
ORS, one of Ireland’s leading multidisciplinary building consultancy, has cemented its reputation as an employer of choice within the construction sector, having won multiple awards. The Mullingar-based firm recently took home the ‘Best Company to Work For’ Award at the prestigious Irish Building and Design Awards. Additionally, the firm has been recognised by Great Place […]
Leading Design & Build Contractor McAleer & Rushe are partnering with Ulster University to launch their new 2024 Degree Apprenticeship Programme, in time for the 2024/25 academic year. The programme offers an alternative to the traditional degree route, providing students aged 18 and older with the opportunity to gain fully paid employment in the construction […]
