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 […]
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 – […]
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 […]
Leading local contractor Henry Brothers has unveiled ambitious plans which will see the company invest over £2million into major redevelopment works on Rainey Street, Magherafelt. The works will result in six retail units, two floors of office space, and 17 apartments, which will be the first new domestic builds in Magherafelt town centre for over […]
New research from Chadwicks Group reveals that a lack of female representation and role models in construction is the key barrier to entry for young women in Ireland. The research, which was conducted ahead of International Women’s Day, examines the attitudes of 350 women aged 18-24 towards a career in construction. The results reveal that […]
Kingspan Group has released its third annual report for its 10-year sustainability programme. Planet Passionate. 2022 marked another milestone year for the programme, as Kingspan unveiled a 26% reduction in absolute scope 1 and 2 GHG emissions relative to its 2020 base year marking significant progress against its target of a 90% reduction by 2030, […]
Ian Henry, Corporate Responsibility Director at construction company Henry Brothers, has been named Sustainability Business Leader of the Year at Northern Ireland’s first ever Sustainability Awards. Hosted by Business Eye with the aim of recognising those who have led their organisation through real change and encouraged others to do the same, Ian was deemed a […]
DHK Safety Ltd is a leading provider of safety training and consultancy services in the construction industry. The construction industry is a high-risk environment, and it is essential that all workers receive the necessary training to ensure their safety and wellbeing. DHK Safety Ltd has identified several areas where safety training can be improved to […]
Banking & Payments Federation Ireland (BPFI) has published the latest figures from the BPFI Mortgage Approvals Report for January 2023. The following are the key elements: Speaking on the publication of the data, Brian Hayes, Chief Executive, BPFI stated: “Our latest mortgage figures show that in January 2023 the value of approvals for property purchase […]
Komatsu distributor McHale Plant Sales has confirmed that models from the all-new EU Stage V compliant SK715-8, SK815-8 and SK820-8 range of skid steer loaders are now available in Ireland. The new ‘Dash 8’ range comes with a spacious cabin, high torque engines that deliver quick acceleration, and what Komatsu calls ‘miserly’ fuel consumption with […]
