Associated Hardware (“AHL”) and National Hardware (“NHL”), two of Ireland’s leading hardware groups, have completed a long term merger process, switching over to a single entity trading under the United Hardware company name, which served as the name for the joint venture between both companies since 2009. The previous joint venture between these companies was […]
There was double delight for general main contracting firm Murcom recently when it was announced as a finalist in two categories at the 2023 Irish Construction Excellence Awards. Murcom was shortlisted in the ‘Fitout or Refurbishment Up to €5m’ and ‘Conservation or Restoration’ categories for RCSI (Royal College of Surgeons of Ireland) Hybrid Office Fitout […]
Ibec, the group that represents Irish business, is calling for a significant increase in investment in construction related training programmes. Ibec believes that a stronger focus on modern methods of construction (MMC) would also enhance the supply of affordable housing in Ireland and ensure the sector is prepared for future changes. Funding for the Further […]
Hollybrook Homes (Hollybrook Ltd) is an award-winning developer / construction company which has been delivering outstanding developments since 1987. The company is delighted to be shortlisted for an Irish Construction Excellence Award in the ‘Residential – Private up to €50 million’ category for Phase 2 of the Foxburrow housing development in Portlaoise. Boasting wide-ranging experience and […]
Based in Bantry, Co Cork, Droumleigh Construction Ltd provides its clients with all types of construction work throughout the Munster region. Building Ireland touched base with Managing Director Damian O’Neill to learn about the ins and outs of the business, it’s current projects and hopes going forward. These are busy times at Droumleigh Construction Ltd […]
Established in 2017, NextGen Electrical Ltd is an award-winning electrical installations firm based in Bailieborough, Co. Cavan which operates nationwide. NextGen Electrical provides high-end solutions to the commercial, domestic, industrial, office fitout and EV fitout sectors. The company utilises all the latest materials and techniques to achieve the highest levels of quality and safety standards, and has extensive […]
Clodagh Construction Ltd is a well-established general building contracting firm based in Rathgormack, Co. Waterford. Specialising in commercial, residential and conservation projects, the company has earned an enviable reputation for top-quality work. Founded in 2005 by Eoin Hunt, Clodagh Construction – which takes its name from a local river – has a proven track record […]
The historic gardens at the majestic Johnstown Castle Estate Museum & Gardens in County Wexford have undergone substantial renewal and replanting projects over the last three years, and work continues apace during the summer months on the restoration of the 19th-century glasshouses and the new planting scheme in the walled gardens. “We are delighted to see […]
Mannok won the Operational Excellence in Manufacturing category at this year’s Operational Excellence Awards, a prestigious awards programme, held annually in Dublin, to recognise and reward individuals, teams and organisations who have made a commitment to achieving operational excellence and business transformation. Over 60 organisations were finalists in 20 award categories and Mannok was up […]
Dublin has been ranked as the 19th most expensive city in the world to build in, and the second most expensive in the EU, after being overtaken by Munich (17th), with average costs per m2 averaging at US$3,708 (€3,409) and US$3,787 (€3,482), respectively. Construction businesses across Europe are reporting reduced activity, as confidence and private […]
