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Uisce Éireann’s new National Laboratory in Limerick to be centre of excellence for water testing

30 Mar , 2023  

Uisce Éireann’s commitment to establish a world class facility for water analysis took a significant step forward as Minister of State Kieran O’Donnell turned the sod on the new €60m National Laboratory project in Limerick City. Through the Scientific and Technical Services Programme, Uisce Éireann is developing a national, accredited facility to further develop the […]

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IMMA announces winning design for The Matheson Creativity Hub in memory of Tim Scanlon

28 Mar , 2023  

IMMA (Irish Museum of Modern Art) and Matheson, are pleased to announce Studio Makkink & Bey as the winning practice for the creation of a new community space in the heart of the Museum, titled the Matheson Creativity Hub in Memory of Tim Scanlon, revealed at a gathering at the Museum on Monday evening (27 March, 2023). Studio Makkink & Bey was […]

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Ecocem appoints Jennifer Dolan as Head of People and Culture

27 Mar , 2023  

Ecocem, Europe’s leading provider of low carbon solutions for the cement and construction industries, has today announced the appointment of Jennifer Dolan as Head of People and Culture. In this role, her responsibilities will include oversight of the company’s people strategy and objectives, and evolving Ecocem’s workplace ethos and culture to support the business’ ambitious […]

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Thermodial Management Team completes 100% MBO

22 Mar , 2023  

The management team of Thermodial has completed the 100% buyout of the company with the goal of increasing turnover by 30% to €13 million and growing employee numbers to over 100 people by 2026.  Permanent TSB is the primary funder of the MBO. The first phase of the MBO, for 55% of the company, was […]

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Ambition drives MOTORWAYCARE to the top of the pile

22 Mar , 2023  

MOTORWAYCARE is a progressive, innovative and dynamic venture, born of years of experience in bringing state-of-the-art services to motorway networks, nationally and internationally.  JJ Doherty, founder of HOLGATE , which since its inception had placed almost 2 million metres of safety, parapet and noise barrier product on the Irish motorway network alone, has brought together his vast knowledge […]

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Kieran Holohan appointed Managing Director of Saint-Gobain Ireland

16 Mar , 2023  

Saint-Gobain Ireland has announced the appointment of Kieran Holohan as its new Managing Director. Kieran will begin his tenure as Managing Director on May 1st, 2023, succeeding Pádraig Barry who is retiring. Kieran joined Saint-Gobain in 2007 and has spent the last nine years as Marketing Director for Saint-Gobain Ireland. Prior to this, he held […]

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Planning permission granted for ambitious redevelopment of Crawford Art Gallery

16 Mar , 2023  

Catherine Martin, Minister for Tourism, Culture, Arts, Gaeltacht, Sport and Media has welcomed the decision by Cork City Council to grant planning permission for the redevelopment of Crawford Art Gallery. The project, which is being funded by the Minister’s Department, has been designed by an interdisciplinary design team, led by award-winning Grafton Architects, and is being […]

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Vivalda backs Irish construction sector with €1.3million investment in new Naas branch

16 Mar , 2023  

Vivalda Group, the UK’s largest distributor of architectural rainscreen facades, has invested €1.3m in a new distribution and fabrication centre in Naas, Country Kildare. A significant vote of confidence in the country’s construction sector, the new branch will provide property developers and contractors with access to the highest quality, non-flammable cladding products from a trusted […]

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Haldane Group launches new staff development initiative

16 Mar , 2023  

Leading construction industry supplier, Haldane Group, has launched its new High Potential Development Programme, aimed at encouraging the continued professional success of employees across the group. The first intake to the programme includes 14 staff members drawn from Haldane Group brands, which incorporate Haldane Fisher NI, Haldane Fisher – Isle of Man, Haldane Fisher – […]

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Brooks Group appoints Burke as CEO

15 Mar , 2023  

The Murdock Builders Merchants Group has announced the appointment of Kieran Burke as CEO of the Brooks Group. With full responsibility for the leadership of the Brooks business, Kieran will play a key role in the next stage of developing the Brooks business following the acquisition of the Brooks Group by the Murdock Builders Merchants […]