Engenuity, a member-led network and engineering cluster in the Midlands, has been pivotal in empowering its members to survive and thrive despite the Covid-19 pandemic through collaboration and knowledge-sharing. The network, which is led by LEO Westmeath, and supported by Offaly, Longford, and Laois Local Enterprise Offices, initially aspired to growing members’ presence at international […]
KSN, Ireland’s award-winning cost consultants, project managers, and sustainable energy consultants, today unveiled a new corporate family logo to mark the company’s 30-year anniversary in the Irish construction industry. KSN, KSNPM, and KSN Energy, all of which are privately held companies in Ireland, have celebrated their growth and expansion by unveiling a new family logo […]
North West Aluminium have announced the appointment of Steven Nairn as the new Commercial Project Manager for its brand GutterClad. Steven’s appointment comes as the company expands its product & service range in the Irish and UK markets. His role will enable North West Aluminium (NWA) to enhance its offering to larger building contractors, roofers and […]
The Rose Fitzgerald Kennedy Bridge, the longest bridge in Ireland, has been awarded the 2021 International Association of Bridge and Structural Engineering (IABSE) Outstanding Structure Award. Part of the country’s strategic N25 New Ross Bypass PPP, the win marks the first time an Irish project has secured the prestigious global award for the most remarkable, innovative and creative […]
The Irish Headquartered Dornan Group has announced the appointment of Micheál O’Connor in the role of Managing Director for the business. A Chartered Quantity Surveyor and Past President of the Society of Chartered Surveyors of Ireland, Micheál brings almost 30 years’ experience in the construction industry to the role. Prior to joining Dornan, Micheál was Vice President and General Manager for Ireland and Northern Europe with Jacobs. Today’s announcement also marks the continued growth and success of the company in […]
North West Aluminium’s roofing accessory brand Kytun, along with Gutterclad – their aluminium rainwater system range, have bolstered their national sales team with three new appointments across the UK. Combined, the new recruits bring more than 55 years’ roofing sales experience to North West Aluminium. Working alongside the current team, they will be responsible for […]
The latest Housing Market Monitor Q4 2020 published by Banking & Payments Federation Ireland (BPFI) shows that housing activity recovered strongly in early 2021 despite public health measures that shut down much of residential building, but it could take at least until 2024 before supply comes close to meeting demand. Providing his analysis of the […]
The Office of Public Works (OPW) is pleased to note the inclusion of one of its major capital projects within Ireland’s National Recovery and Resilience Plan (NRRP) 2021, announced by Government yesterday. The Public Sector Retrofit Pathfinder Project at Tom Johnson House, located in Beggars Bush Dublin 4, will involve a significant refurbishment of this […]
A total of 4,362 mortgages valued at €1,089 million were approved in April 2021; highest value for April since BPFI started collecting this data in 2011 1st June 2021 – Banking & Payments Federation Ireland (BPFI) has today published the latest figures from the BPFI Mortgage Approvals Report for April 2021. The following are the key elements: A total […]
In a move aimed at those engaged in indoor demolition, confined, challenging site works and disaster rescue, Komatsu has unveiled details of its first fully electric, remote-controlled mini excavator concept machine. Powered by a 31.5 kWh lithium-ion battery, the 3 tonne mini excavator has a 0.09 m3 bucket capacity and rear-swing radius of 970mm. With […]
