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We need to heavily invest in our regions to address economic imbalance and the over-reliance on Dublin’ – new president of ACEI

25 May , 2020  

New ACEI president Conor McCarthy, a director of consulting engineering firm Jennings O’Donovan, believes that the Government needs to increase and not reduce spending on major infrastructural projects, in the face of any recession caused by the Covid-19 pandemic. Mr McCarthy is taking up the role as president of the Association of Consulting Engineers of […]

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Westmeath Contractors delivering Emergency Projects

22 May , 2020  

As part of the emergency construction projects delivered by contractors across Ireland during the Covid-19 lockdown, Westmeath contractors, Magan Construction were specified as the main contractors on the Connolly Hospital, Covid-19 emergency project in Dublin. The project consisted of the refurbishment of a 22 bed, Covid-19 Unit at the hospital. New washroom facilities and high-tech […]

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Are contractors and Construction Sites Taking Covid Safety seriously?

22 May , 2020  

The construction sector in Ireland has been one of the first big industries to reopen since the March Covid lockdown.  With an estimated workforce of over 150 000 across the Republic and a dire need for infrastructure, housing and development projects to be completed it is a vital this sector gets moving again.   Under the Government’s 5 phase return to work strategy, the construction sector cautiously re-opened as […]

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McGuinness Plumbing – more than a good service

19 May , 2020  

Since 2005, McGuinness Plumbing Ltd has been a leading plumbing and heating contractor throughout Ireland. The family run business has earned a reputation for delivering the highest standard of work possible to a client base that includes many repeat customers. Tom started the business having worked for his uncle Sean McGuinness from an early age […]

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Sonica appoints Andreas Heil as Head of Design and Architecture

19 May , 2020  

Sonica, the leading construction company, has appointed Andreas Heil as Head of Design and Architecture. In his role with Sonica, Heil will support and lead all creative teams responsible for project design and sustainability and will also cover all design-related areas that support the continued global expansion of Sonica.    Donnacha Neary, Founder and MD of Sonica said: “We are […]

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SEAI Energy Awards 2020 Open for Entries

19 May , 2020  

The Sustainable Energy Authority of Ireland (SEAI) has launched its annual SEAI Energy Awards and is calling on climate action champions to showcase their achievements. Now in their 17th year, the SEAI Energy Awards recognise and reward excellence in sustainable energy in business, community, research, buildings, renewables and public sector. The Climate Action Plan has actions and […]

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Concrete specialist Adcrete expands offering with hygiene products from sister company

18 May , 2020  

Belfast-based concrete specialist Adcrete passes on expertise from its sister company Christeyns, adding hygiene products to its portfolio as the construction industry gears up to return to work. “As the construction industry gets back to work and in line with Site Operation Procedures set out by the Construction Leadership Council, changes will need to be […]

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Experience is the key with Michael M Lyons

15 May , 2020  

Experience is the keyAnyone involved in the construction industry will tell you that experience is a commodity that is invaluable as a reputation that be built on providing a quality service over many years. For this month’s edition of Building Ireland, we profile a Cork based builder whose experience in the building trade goes back […]

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Keep on top of HVAC maintenance with the help of the experts

13 May , 2020  

In times of uncertainty, regular HVAC maintenance is extremely important as it keeps a business’ HVAC system performing efficiently. The nature of HVAC maintenance does change depending on the season, and Eco M&E is on hand to help its customers know what to expect at different times of the year. With many years of experience […]

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Chadwicks Group announces reopening of branches nationwide

13 May , 2020  

Following the government announcement on 1st May, Chadwicks Group, Ireland’s leading builders’ merchants will reopen branches nationwide from 18th May to cater for the construction industry. Customers are being encouraged where possible to pre-order with their local branch via phone or email and orders will be available for collection at the branch. Chadwicks Group closed its 50 […]