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Kirby announces 2025 International Christmas Charity Campaign

8 Dec , 2025  

Kirby Group Engineering is set to support charities in Ireland, the UK, Italy, Sweden and South Africa this month as part of its annual Christmas donations campaign. The festive drive is a major part of its commitment to support good causes all year round. Kirby has its headquarters in Limerick and employs over 1,900 people […]

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Elite Home Builders celebrates 10 years 

8 Dec , 2025  

Celebrating 10 years in business, Elite Home Builders Ltd is a one-stop shop for all your construction needs, including commercial and residential new builds, demolition, consultancy and planning applications.  Based in Barrowhouse, Co. Laois, Elite Home Builders is a multi-faceted operation which has earned a stellar reputation for high-quality construction in Laois, Kildare and beyond. […]

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United Hardware Celebrates Excellence in Irish Retail at 2025 ‘United in Excellence Awards’

8 Dec , 2025  

United Hardware, Ireland’s leading buying and marketing group for builders’ merchants, DIY and home & garden retail stores, honoured outstanding achievement and innovation at its 6th annual ‘United in Excellence Awards’ ceremony, held at The Galmont Hotel, Galway, following the group’s flagship conference. The event brought together over 250 guests from across the United Hardware […]

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Main contractor appointed to the project Kilmacurragh House project at the National Botanic Gardens

6 Dec , 2025  

Minister of State with responsibility for the Office of Public Works (OPW), Kevin ‘Boxer’ Moran, TD, has announced the appointment of the main contractor who will undertake the planned restoration project to conserve and preserve the historic Kilmacurragh House in County Wicklow.  The OPW has appointed Kelbuild Ltd, a company with specialist expertise in heritage […]

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RBK Construction continues to catch the eye 

5 Dec , 2025  

Formerly trading as Rays Roofing and Home Renovation, RBK Construction is an industry-leading general contracting company specialising in stunning bespoke extension, renovation and new build projects. Building Ireland touched base with visionary hands-on proprietor Ray Kelly after he was once more shortlisted for a prestigious ICI Award.  With their own in-house team of highly-skilled tradesmen, […]

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Lord Mayor and LDA mark the start of construction on 1,100 homes at Cherry Orchard

4 Dec , 2025  

Minister of State for Housing, Local Government and Heritage, Christopher O’Sullivan TD, The Land Development Agency (LDA) and Dublin City Council (DCC) have marked the official start of construction for 708 new affordable homes at Cherry Orchard Point in Dublin 10. John Sisk and Son Ltd. have been appointed as construction partners for Phase 1A, […]

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WCB Construction continues to raise the bar  

3 Dec , 2025  

Operating out of Howth, Co Dublin, WCB Construction Ltd is a company which delivers bespoke, turnkey new build, extension and refurbishment solutions. Building Ireland touched base with one its two directors, Tadhg McGinley to discuss the ins and outs of this thriving business, its current projects and overall hopes going forward.   When twin brothers Tadhg […]

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Treble delight for Callaghan Electrical 

1 Dec , 2025  

Scaling new heights in electrical contracting for almost 30 years, Callaghan Electrical was delighted to be shortlisted in three different categories at the 2025 Irish Construction Industry (ICI) Awards.  The County Cavan-based company’s commitment to excellence is reflected in it being a finalist for ‘Subcontractor of the Year’, ‘Innovation in Construction’ and ‘Apprenticeship Programme’. Launched […]

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Shannon Airport unveils Ireland’s First Airfield Solar PV Farm

1 Dec , 2025  

The Shannon Airport Group celebrated a major milestone in its sustainability and infrastructure journey with the official opening of Ireland’s first airfield-located solar PV farm, together with a significant extension to its European Boarding Gates designed to enhance access and experience for Shannon Airport users. Officiated by Minister for Climate, Environment & Energy, and Minister […]

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A landmark anniversary for Billy Moran & Sons 

28 Nov , 2025  

Providing prompt and professional plant servicing, sales and repairs services to the construction industry at large, Billy Moran & Sons in Longford is an exceptional family-run business that celebrates its milestone 25th anniversary in 2025. Building Ireland sat down with the founder’s son, James Moran, to find out more.  Specialising in plant machinery and large […]