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03/07/2024

Farrans Recognised In Upcoming CEF Awards

Farrans has announced its recognition in three categories at this year's Construction Excellence Awards, following the release of the shortlist.

The company has been shortlisted for:

• Sustainable Company of the Year – Farrans

• Social Value Project of the Year – Belfast Grand Central Station for Translink as Farrans Sacyr JV

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• GB and ROI General Construction Projects of the Year above £5m – Herring Bridge as BAM Farrans JV

For more than two decades, the CEF Excellence Awards have celebrated the accomplishments of Northern Ireland's construction industry, highlighting its significant economic and societal contributions.

CEF Excellence Awards will be held at the Crowne Plaza, Belfast on Thursday 3 October.

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