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CONSTRUCTION DIRECTORY
Ireland Construction News Archive for February 2024
29/02/2024
Suir Engineering has reported record-breaking financial performance as it celebrates 40 years in business. The Waterford headquartered company revealed that there was €429 million of turnover in 2023 which represented 41 per cent year over year growth. CEO of Suir Engineering, John Kelly, has con
29/02/2024
The Construction Employers Federation (CEF) has partnered with plumbing and heating company, Bassetts, to improve services and benefits available to members across Northern Ireland. This established Commercial Partnership means that CEF members will now have access to a wide array of resources offe
29/02/2024
Cork County Council has launched its first Climate Action Plan (2024-2029) which aims to support the shift towards a low carbon and climate resilient county. The plan includes steps to help the local government cut its carbon emissions by 51 per cent by 2030, meeting national goals. It also explain
29/02/2024
The Government has announced that the €1.5 million Westport (Cois Abhainn and Ashwood) Flood Relief Scheme has been completed. The scheme which was completed through a partnership of the Office of Public Works and Mayo County Council will protect 36 homes in the Cois Abhainn and Ashwood residential
29/02/2024
ESB has announced that it is currently constructing Temporary Emergency Generation (TEG) at the former power site in Shannonbridge, West Offaly. A Community Benefit Fund (CBF) has been established as part of the project to encourage interaction and engagement with communities living close to the si
29/02/2024
Farrans has donated over 500 pollinator plants and trees to schools and community groups in Northern Ireland. The NI construction firm donated the pollinators as part of the company's commitment to the All-Ireland Pollinator Plan (AIPP). A total of 23 schools and community groups are in the proces
29/02/2024
County Down headquartered, GRAHAM has announced that work is underway to deliver Milton Keynes' first regeneration project on the Lakes Estate in Bletchley. GRAHAM who was appointed under a two-stage tender using the Pagabo major works framework has started work to build almost 200 new council hom
29/02/2024
Uisce Éireann has appointed Ward & Burke Construction Ltd to replace over 500 metres of water mains in Abington, Murroe in County Limerick. The works are being carried out due to the increasing frequency of supply interruptions in the Limerick village as a result of damaged water main infrastructur
29/02/2024
Clare County Council has announced that the popular East Clare visitor attraction, Craggaunowen, is set to receive a €1 million investment. The 20-acre site which is centred around a 16th century castle features reconstructions of ancient Irish architecture, including a dolmen, crannogs and the ori
29/02/2024
NI Water is set to install monitoring equipment in the storm overflow manhole on the North Down Coastal Path at Brompton Bay in Bangor. In order to facilitate the works the coastal path in Bangor will be temporarily closed between Brompton Bay and the Pickie Fun Park for up to three days in March t
28/02/2024
Cork County Council has announced that a €2.8 million contract has been signed to examine further sections of the West Cork Greenway. RPS Consulting Engineers has been appointed as technical advisors to progress a further 40km section of the greenway, including Crossbarry to Bandon, Bandon to Clona
28/02/2024
GRAHAM has completed a fit-out of the Sports Direct store at Boucher Retail Park, Belfast. The 40,000 square foot store which spans across two floors is set to bring a modern sports retail destination to a vibrant shopping area in Belfast. The store will host a range of the world's biggest sports
28/02/2024
The Construction Employers Federation (CEF) has released a statement on the publication of the NI Audit Office's follow-up report on Major Capital Projects. Chief Executive of the Construction Employers Federation, Mark Spence, said that the report is a "stark reminder" for the Executive to focus o
28/02/2024
PJ Hegarty has hosted the Road Safety Authority (RSA) Shuttlebus on one of its Limerick projects. The interactive brings road safety education to life as part of the company's #VisionZero campaign. Inside the bus, the team experienced realistic road scenarios using simulators and virtual reality he
28/02/2024
Derry City and Strabane District Council has announced that works have commenced on the Diamond and Castle Park elements of the Derg Active Project. Derg Active is a £6.5 million project which integrates economic, health and wellbeing initiatives incorporating infrastructure at a number of key site
28/02/2024
Uisce Éireann has announced that flushing works are set to take place in the Douglas area of Cork City. The works which are taking place on 29 February and 1 March will address increased reports of discolouration. Flushing clears sediment from old pipes to reduce water discoloration, but it can te
28/02/2024
Dublin City Council has announced that The Heritage Council is now accepting applications for its 2024 Community Heritage Grant Scheme. Community groups and not for profit non-governmental organisations in Dublin are eligible to apply for the funding to support a range of project types. Projects i
28/02/2024
Minister for the Environment, Climate and Communications, Eamon Ryan, is hosting the fifth National Climate Stakeholder Forum (NCSF) today, 28 February. The event which is being held in the Convention Centre Dublin will set out some of the positive indications that things are beginning to shift in
28/02/2024
Sinn Féin has urged the Department for Communities (DfC) to ensure Downpatrick fully recovers from flooding. The party's South Down MLA, Cathy Mason said that the flooding in Downpatrick was "devastating for local businesses and workers" and put them under "extreme pressure". Mrs Mason said that
28/02/2024
The Housing Executive and pupils from Holy Evangelists' Primary School have taken part in a tree planting project in Dunmurry. Two small pines and 30 saplings were planted to improve the large green area at Glasvey Drive which is bordered by the school and local housing. Eventually, around 1,600 sm
27/02/2024
GRAHAM has achieved a significant milestone at The Loft Lines in Belfast's Titanic Quarter as the first three of seven cores are now out of the ground. Delivered on behalf of Watkin Jones and Legal & General, The Loft Lines will include 778 apartments of mixed tenure, including 151 affordable homes
27/02/2024
Waste and resource management company RiverRidge has announced that it has taken delivery of Northern Ireland’s first and only fully electric skip lift vehicle. The vehicle is a Renault Trucks E-tech D Wide 4x2 with Hyva skip loader equipment. This new addition is part of the company's ambitious an
27/02/2024
Education Minister, Paul Givan, has announced that new build projects for seven schools across Northern Ireland has been given the go-ahead. Mr Givan has written to Principals following his decision to lift the pause on a number of schools in the worst condition, announced for capital funding in 20
27/02/2024
Antrim and Newtownabbey Borough Council has received funding of over £343,000 from The National Lottery Heritage Fund to plan for the regeneration and development of Steeple Park, Antrim. This development funding will help the Council progress plans to apply for a full National Lottery grant at a
27/02/2024
Waterford City & County Council has announced that the Heritage Council is accepting applications for its Community Heritage Grant. Applications for the grant are open to community groups and not for profit non-governmental organisations in Waterford. A broad range of project types are eligible fo
27/02/2024
Longford County Council has opened applications for the Town and Village Renewal Scheme (TVRS): Project Development Measure 2024. The TVRS: Project Development Measure 2024 will support local authorities in creating a pipeline of significant, strategic and well-developed projects which could be sub
27/02/2024
Fermanagh and Omagh District Council has commenced works at the play parks in Kilmacormick and Lisgoole Park in Enniskillen. The works include upgrading the existing equipment and providing new equipment to create inclusive play facilities in both play parks. These works are part of the Council's
27/02/2024
Newry, Mourne and Down (NMD) District Council has opened applications for the Enhanced Flood Support Scheme. Following Economy Minister Conor Murphy's announcement last week of a support package for businesses affected by recent flooding, the Council's Strategy, Policy and Resources Committee agr
27/02/2024
Cork County Council has welcomed the 2024 Grant Allocation of €61.8 million for National Roads, Active Travel and Greenway Projects in County Cork. This includes funding for various projects such as the N73 Annakisha South Improvement Scheme, N72 West Pavement Improvement Schemes, Midleton to Youg
27/02/2024
Farrans has congratulated Feilden Clegg Bradley Studios and Southwark Council on Rotherhithe Primary School being shortlisted for a RIBA London award. The NI construction firm delivered the project on behalf of its client, Southwark Council. A new 3,600-square-metre school building was built to re
26/02/2024
Mid and East Antrim Council has announced that funding of almost £13.6 million has been secured to redevelop The Gobbins. Once completed the attraction is set to draw up to 225,000 visitors from outside Northern Ireland each year. Plans include a 60 metre high panoramic stepway, upgrades to the cl
26/02/2024
Lidl Northern Ireland has started construction work on the site of its new South Belfast flagship store. The new shop is located on the Boucher Road retail area, positioned to the front of the National Football Stadium and Olympia Leisure Centre. This new store will add an extra 40 permanent jobs t
26/02/2024
Today, ESB Networks has confirmed that it has connected 1,000 MW (one Giga Watt) of solar PV generation to Ireland's electricity network. This total includes 500 MW of utility-scale solar connections, with 369 MW stemming from larger projects integrated into the transmission system overseen by Ei
26/02/2024
The Government has announced the opening of the 2024 Traditional Farm Buildings Grant Scheme which has an increased budget of €1.5 million. In partnership with Heritage Council, the scheme invests in the conservation of traditional farm buildings and structures of significant heritage value that co
26/02/2024
Infrastructure Minister, John O'Dowd, has allocated an additional £8.1 million of capital investment to repair the road network. Mr O'Dowd said that this investment was made possible through additional funding from the Executive which was supplemented by a reallocation within the Department for Inf
26/02/2024
The DUP's East Londonderry MP, Gregory Campbell, has called for greater flexibility to be introduced in rate payment methods for non-domestic customers. Mr Campbell highlighted how non-domestic customers can't avail of a discount on rates if the bill is paid in full within a set timeframe whereas d
26/02/2024
Ards and North Down Borough Council has announced that site clearance works at Marine Gardens in Bangor are to begin ahead of the redevelopment of Queen's Parade in Summer 2024. A contractor employed by Bangor Marine (Queen's Parade developer) will commence works on 27 February to remove vegetation
26/02/2024
NI Water has announced that the sewerage system in Maghera town centre will benefit from a series of upgrades. The works will strengthen the sewerage network and protect against out-of-sewer flooding. It will include some open-cut excavations and relining of sewers from existing manholes at various
26/02/2024
Waterford City & County Council has welcomed expressions of interests in Town Centre First Funds from established village/town committees requiring assistance with developing town and village projects. The funds are available for a project development measure, development of these proposals must be
26/02/2024
Mivan has selected the Gaitway Organisation as its charity partner for 2024. Employees chose to support the charity's mission to help children and young people aged two to 25 grappling with mobility challenges. The partnership, spanning one year, will highlight Mivan's steadfast commitment to foste
23/02/2024
The Government has announced €517 million of funding for national roads and greenways through Transport Infrastructure Ireland (TII) in 2024. A total of €412 million of Exchequer funds has been provided for major national roads projects across the country which are under construction or are in the
23/02/2024
Ninety new social homes are to be built in Lisburn, in a new £16m housing development announced by Choice Housing in partnership with the Northern Ireland Housing Executive. Work began at the site on Hillsborough Old Road in summer 2023, with the first phase of the development – which will include
23/02/2024
The Government has announced €8 million of funding for the 16 Education and Training Boards (ETBs) to support the further education and training sector. The investment which will be distributed under Project Ireland 2040 may be used by ETBs to plan and deliver essential small-scale works at a local
23/02/2024
Shareridge Civil Engineering has been appointed by Uisce Éireann to replace 2.7 kilometres of old water mains with new modern pipes in Walsh Island Uisce Éireann is working in partnership with Offaly County Council which will provide a more reliable water supply for the community and reduce high le
23/02/2024
Safety Products Ireland has launched The Safety Station, a single point for all your health and safety needs. This unit is unique to the Irish market and is a highly visible, multi-function health and safety point for your construction site that is easily identifiable, providing rapid aid to your s
23/02/2024
Belfast City Council has reminded landlord and prospective tenants about the importance of making sure shared rentals are licensed as a house of multiple occupancy (HMO). In Belfast, under current regulations all HMOs must be licensed by the council to help make sure they are safe, good quality and
23/02/2024
The Government has appointed three new members to the Climate Change Advisory Council (CCAC). These new members will assist the council in its activities, including advising ministers and government on climate policy, conducting annual and periodic reviews of progress in furthering the achievement
23/02/2024
Newry, Mourne and Down District Council has announced that is proposing to undertake Environmental Improvement (EI) Schemes in Bessbrook, Castlewellan, Rostrevor and Saintfield. Following investment by the Department for Communities, Department for Infrastructure, the Department of Agriculture, Env
23/02/2024
Refresh NI are thrilled to announce that they will be at Love Your Home Show at TEC, Belfast from 22nd-24th March 2024. The Love Your Home Show is back in Belfast for another year, and Refresh NI are excited to be showcasing, and speaking at the jam-packed 3-day event. Drop by the stand, meet the t
23/02/2024
NI Water volunteers have helped revitalise Horatio's Garden at Musgrave Park Hospital as part of the company's 'Cares Challenge' project. Horatio's Garden supports patients with spinal injuries from across the entirety of Northern Ireland, as well as people staying in the Amputee Rehabilitation Un
22/02/2024
Cork County Council has welcomed the allocation of €83,199,560 of funding to improve and maintain regional and local roads in Cork County this year. The Minister for Transport allocated a total of €42,496,500 for restoration improvement and maintenance for roads, with €1,887,840 dedicated to bridge
22/02/2024
The Northern and Western Regional Assembly (NWRA) and Galway City Council secured a €1 million grant from the EU Net Zero Cities Programme to support retrofitting in Westside of Galway city. This programme aims to encourage 250 households to begin their retrofitting journey, and to train 60 people
22/02/2024
Henry Brothers, based in Magherafelt, has celebrated a topping out ceremony for its Beacon Barracks project in Staffordshire, providing new facilities for 280 (NATO) Signal Squadron. As the only British Army unit permanently assigned to NATO, the Squadron will be moving from Dorset to its new home
22/02/2024
CITB NI and the Women in Construction Network is set to host the third Women in Construction Summit in March. The event which will take place on Wednesday 13 March 2024 at Crowne Plaza Hotel will focus on 'Redefining Foundations' and will honour women whilst exploring and challenging business found
22/02/2024
Economy Minister, Conor Murphy, has announced the details of a support package for businesses which were affected by severe weather and flooding in late October and early November last year The scheme will be delivered by district councils and will open for applications next week. The support is in
22/02/2024
Clare County Council has announced that it's partnering with Clare GAA to deliver a 200-space car park at the Cloister in Ennis town centre. In July 2022, Clare GAA secured planning permission for the development, which is adjacent to Cusack Park. Kieran Keating, Chairperson of Clare GAA, said: "C
22/02/2024
John Sisk & Sons Ltd has completed a new sewerage scheme for the community of Kilmore Quay. The project which involved the construction of a new wastewater treatment plant and sewerage infrastructure has ended the discharge of municipal raw sewage into the quay and harbour areas, which will see imp
22/02/2024
Sinn Féin MP, Chris Hazzard, has welcomed the announcement of a scheme which will support businesses who were impacted by recent flooding. Mr Hazzard made the comments after Economy Minister, Conor Murphy, announced that the scheme will open to applicants next week. He said that he is also pleased
22/02/2024
Waterford City and County Council and Cork County Council has launched a public consultation on the Youghal to Dungarvan Cycle Route project. This new cycle route will provide a safe, connected and inviting travel network between Youghal and Dungarvan which will form part of the National Cycle Ne
22/02/2024
GRAHAM Building North has welcomed a group of S3 pupils to its site at the Queen Elizabeth University Hospital (QEUH). This visit which was part of GRAHAM's school Partnership Agreement with Bellahouston Academy took pupils on a supervised walk through the site to see first-hand the work being carr
21/02/2024
Sinn Féin spokesperson on Transport and Communications, Martin Kenny TD, has said that the €600 million funding promise from the Irish Government for the A5 is "welcomed on both sides of the border". Mr Kenny's comments come as the Government pledged approximately €600m towards the project, which h
21/02/2024
Alliance has urged the UK Government to "step up to the mark with its own funding package" for the redevelopment of Casement Park after the Irish Government announced a funding package of €50 million. The Irish Government announced they will provide funding for the 34,000-capacity stadium in West B
21/02/2024
A vertically-integrated construction materials group in Great Britain and Ireland, Breedon Group plc, has announced the opening of a new concrete tile production factory in Lisburn, Northern Ireland. This investment at this site will reduce local supply chain constraints and enable quicker and more
21/02/2024
ESB has announced the completion of an industry-endorsed Marine Mammal Observer (MMO) Training Programme which was launched in 2023. The Programme aimed to assist in developing marine ecology education and skills to support successful applicants at the early stages of their careers in the marine en
21/02/2024
SDLP South Down MLA, Colin McGrath, has welcomed funding to progress work on Narrow Water Bridge which will connect Warrenpoint to the Cooley Peninsula in Louth. The Irish Government announced funding through the Shared Island Unit yesterday, 20 February. Mr McGrath said the funding will allow prog
21/02/2024
Planning permission has been granted by Antrim and Newtownabbey Borough Council for an extension to the award-winning Rabbit Hotel and Retreat which is located at Antrim Road, Templepatrick. The extension which represents a £8 million investment by the Galgorm Group will include a 46-bedroom exten
21/02/2024
Fairhill Shopping Centre has announced that construction works are underway on the centre in preparation for the opening of the new Primark store in 2025. A Bonnar & Son are demolishing the section of the centre from the old River Island to the former Debenhams unit to allow the construction of Pri
21/02/2024
Plans have been approved for a new primary school and nursery unit for Gaelscoil and Naíscoil Éanna in Glengormley. The new primary school and nursery unit will replace the existing school on the Hightown Road. It will include seven classrooms, a playroom, a multi-purpose hall and a library. There
21/02/2024
NI Water has announced that it's holding a public information event on the proposed upgrade to Kinnegar Wastewater Treatment Works (WwTW) within its existing site on the edge of Holywood. As part of the Pre-Application Community Consultation (PACC) process, NI Water is holding the event on 29 Febru
21/02/2024
Antrim and Newtownabbey Borough Council has approved a planning application for AI Services (NI) Ltd to partially redevelop its existing site on the Antrim Road, Newtownabbey. The redevelopment which is valued at £3.5 million includes four new sheds, livestock holding pens and two-storey office and
20/02/2024
SDLP Leader, Colum Eastwood MP, has welcomed €800 million of funding under the Irish Government's Shared Island Unit which will support projects including the development of the A5 and Casement Park. During discussions with former Taoiseach, Micheál Martin in 2019/20, the SDLP Leader helped to shap
20/02/2024
Belfast City Airport has become the first airport in Northern Ireland to achieve a Level 3 Carbon Accreditation ranking, furthering its commitment to reducing greenhouse gas emissions. The airport has shown dedication to transparency and accountability in its environmental initiatives by reaching L
20/02/2024
Mivan, the luxury fit out and bespoke joinery specialists, has celebrated the best performing Apprentices in the Navigate Programme at the Mivan Apprentice Awards. The annual awards highlight achievement, development, improvement, and outstanding performance. Awards categories include Special Reco
20/02/2024
Leading Irish contractors' quantity surveying and estimating company, Carroll Estimating, has chosen Eque2's EValuate construction estimating software to help its business across Ireland and the UK. The software will support the company's growing team of expert estimators provide cutting edge tende
20/02/2024
The Government has officially opened the new Advancing Innovation in Manufacturing (AIM) Centre in Sligo marking an important milestone for the North-West region's manufacturing sector. The AIM Centre, situated in a historic building dating back to 1913 which once functioned as Sligo's fire station
20/02/2024
Uisce Éireann, working in partnership with Cork County Council, has appointed Ward and Burke Construction to replace approximately two kilometres of old watermains in Rathcoole. The project will replace old watermains which are prone to frequent bursts and leakage with new modern pipes. Once comple
20/02/2024
Derry City & Strabane District Council has announced that McKelvey Construction Ltd has been appointed to construct the £6.2 million Acorn Farm Project at St Columb's Park. Works have already began at the site with building works underway at the Gate Lodge facility located at the entrance to the ma
20/02/2024
Newry, Mourne and Down District Council's projects in Newcastle and Downpatrick have secured major funding from the Department for Communities (DfC). The Council is planning to construct a Dunleath Skate Park and Pump Track and a temporary events space at the Newcastle Centre site. Contracts for fu
20/02/2024
Local charity Belfast YMCA has released a prime piece of land to the market for sale in the Stranmillis Area to address the need for affordable housing in Belfast. Working with commercial estate agents Frazer Kidd the land in the highly coveted BT9 area is on the market for 'offers in the region of
20/02/2024
Power NI has announced a new partnership with Tyrone GAA which means that the energy supplier will become an official sponsor of the Red Hand county's Men’s football and hurling teams. The announcement aligns with the start of the 2024 Allianz Football and Hurling Leagues, where the four time All I
19/02/2024
Infrastructure Minister, John O'Dowd, has welcomed the news that £16 million of additional capital funding has been allocated to the Department for Infrastructure (DfI). Although he welcomes the news, Mr O'Dowd said that he will continue to search for more funding so that the department can "delive
19/02/2024
The Land Development Agency (LDA) and Dublin City Council (DCC) has sought the public's views on a new social and affordable housing development in Dublin 12. The engagement process will inform the design of the new Bluebell Waterways Project. This project aims to provide new high-quality, low-ener
19/02/2024
The Government has officially opened The Junction in Ballinamore, County Leitrim which was awarded €2.47 million under the Rural Regeneration and Development Fund. The project has restored two listed buildings to provide a digital hub and co-working space, an artistic space for the promotion of loc
19/02/2024
NI Water has launched a campaign to highlight the steps developers, small builders and individuals planning to build or extend must follow. The company said it is "vital" that the public engages with NI Water early when planning property construction or expansion. Davy McGrath, Head of Developer S
19/02/2024
Crews from Shareridge Ltd are set to arrive in Bagenalstown to replace 2.5 kilometres of aged cast iron water mains with new modern pipes. These improvement works are a critical step in conserving water and reducing high levels of leakage which have been a significant source of disruption and outag
19/02/2024
The Department for Infrastructure's (DfI) Minister John O'Dowd has announced a £487,000 carriageway resurfacing scheme for the A24 Ballynahinch Road in Carryduff. The scheme which will begin on 26 February will extend from Carryduff Roundabout to beyond the Green Pastures development. Mr O'Dowd sa
19/02/2024
Kildare County Council has announced that the Local Enhancement Programme 2024 is open for applications until 29 February 2024. The funding will provide capital support essential for the many small community groups and organisations, particularly those who serve disadvantaged areas in rural and u
19/02/2024
The Housing Executive has improved the homelife of tenants in Coleraine through a major external upgrade programme, totalling almost one million pounds. External paintwork and other improvements were carried out at 211 Housing Executive properties at a cost of £983,808 by contractors, Combined Faci
19/02/2024
Clare County Council's Climate Action Team has announced that it will hold a series of events covering home energy consumption, renewable energy and grants and incentives available. The Council has has partnered with EirGrid, ESB Networks, Sustainable Energy Authority of Ireland (SEAI) and Tipperar
19/02/2024
Clare County Council has announced that Shannon Municipal District is supporting the 'An Choill Bheag' initiative, which will see 800 native trees being planted in 2024. The trees are being planted at four locations as part of a collaborative effort with An Taisce and a number of national schools i
16/02/2024
The Government has announced an investment programme of €658 million for regional and local roads in 2024. This is an increase of €32m in funding this year which will allow approximately 2,640 kilometres of regional and local roads to be maintained to required standards and a further 2,160km to be
16/02/2024
Infrastructure Minister John O'Dowd has announced that works will begin on a £460,000 resurfacing scheme for the A2 Groomsport Road Roundabout on Monday 19 February 2024. The project will resurface the Groomsport Road Roundabout and nearby areas with new asphalt. Minister O'Dowd said: "I am pleas
16/02/2024
Ireland has oversaw a strong agreement on an ambitious International Energy Communiqué at the International Energy Agency’s (IEA’s) 2024 Ministerial in Paris. Co-chairing the event, Minister for the Environment, Climate and Communications Eamon Ryan, described the agreement reached in Paris as an
16/02/2024
Sinn Féin MP, Paul Maskey, has welcomed news from the GAA that preparation works will commence at Casement Park soon. Mr Maskey said that Casement Park will benefit West Belfast economically by "creating jobs and hosting thousands of people visiting the city to attend games". The West Belfast MP s
16/02/2024
Uisce Éireann's SME Sustainability Sentiment Survey shows a 40 per cent increase in Small-Medium Enterprises (SMEs) seeking grants for sustainable investments in the last year. This indicates a strong desire from businesses to reduce the environmental footprint of their operations. More than a th
16/02/2024
Uisce Éireann has announced that Shareridge Ltd will arrive in Bagenalstown next week to replace almost 2.5 kilometres of aged cast iron water mains with new modern pipes. These works will conserve water and reduce high levels of leakage which have been a significant source of disruption and outag
16/02/2024
Galway City Council has announced that Jons Civil Engineering will begin works to improve the public transport facilities in the Parkmore area on Monday 19 February. These works aim to provide improved public transport facilities through the construction of a new priority bus lane, while also provi
16/02/2024
Wilsons Auctions, the UK and Ireland's largest independent auction company, is set to sell McCormack Site Services' demolition and construction machinery to the highest bidder in a Belfast auction. The auction company has been instructed by Tom Keenan and Scott Murray of Keenan CF, joint administra
16/02/2024
Derry City and Strabane District Council is set to hold a public information session on the proposed designs for Rossdowney Play Park. The event will be held on 21 February at Lincoln Courts Youth and Community Association from 10.00am to 1.00pm and 6.00pm to 8.00pm. Residents, community groups and
16/02/2024
Ireland's first ever skate park has officially opened in Longford Town. Minister for Rural and Community Development, Heather Humphreys TD opened 'Longford Skate and Recreational Park' which is located on the site of the former greyhound track in the town. Construction works have transformed the s
15/02/2024
The SDLP has welcomed a commitment from Taoiseach, Leo Varadkar, to increase funding for the A5. Next week, the Taoiseach is set to bring an increased funding proposal for this road cabinet. The party's West Tyrone MLA, Daniel McCrossan, said he is hopefully that the "long awaited announcement" on
15/02/2024
Cork City Councillors have committed to a plan to reduce greenhouse gas emissions by 2030. Councillors voted to adopt the city's Local Authority Climate Action Plan at Monday night's (12 February) full council meeting. This is the final stage in the formal adoption of the Climate Action Plan, whic
15/02/2024
Sisk has appointed John Hennessey as Regional Director in its Data Centre division. With nearly 40 years of experience delivering complex projects in Ireland, the UK and Europe, John also has been in executive and senior leadership roles for more than 30 years. Mr Hennessey joins Sisk from STACK
15/02/2024
Work has commenced on a new 3G pitch at Dixon Park Ballyclare which is the home ground of Ballyclare Comrades Football Club. This project has been made possible by £132,000 match funding from Antrim and Newtownabbey Borough Council. AS one of 17 sporting facilities in Northern Ireland to secure
15/02/2024
Minister of State with responsibility for the Office of Public Works, Mr Patrick O'Donovan, TD, has announced the approval of funding for minor flood mitigation works in Waterford, Galway and Wexford. The funding was approved under the Office of Public Works' Minor Flood Mitigation Works and Coasta
15/02/2024
Derry City and Strabane District Council and Derry City FC has confirmed that the initial stages of redevelopment works at the Ryan McBride Brandywell Stadium will begin later this week. The planned enabling works will demolish the northern end of the existing Southend Stand, to make space for the
15/02/2024
Waterford City and County Council has launched the first public consultation on the Youghal to Dungarvan Cycle Route. The non-statutory consultation is being launched with the support of Transport Infrastructure Ireland and Cork County Council. This project aims to provide a safe, connected and at
15/02/2024
Uisce Éireann has announced that works are underway to restore the water supply to customers in Dean Hill, Haystown and surrounding areas following a burst water main. Expert water services crews have been dispatched to find and fix the burst and to reduce the impact on customers and restore water
15/02/2024
Mid Ulster District has launched a new Town Business 'Spruce Up' Scheme. Eligible businesses and commercial properties, within the town centre boundaries, of the towns of Dungannon, Cookstown, Magherafelt, and Coalisland can apply for grant aid through the scheme. The scheme which is funded by the
15/02/2024
Wexford County Council has launched an online survey to determine the level of interest in affordable housing purchase and cost rental. The survey is open to those who feel they may be eligible to acquire or rent an affordable home from the council. It will gather information on income levels, fam
14/02/2024
Belfast City Council's Planning Committee has given the go-ahead for a new 74-bedroom hotel on Queen Street in the city centre. As the building was a former police station at 21 Queen Street the Council also granted Listed Building Consent to bring the building into use again. Works include the re
14/02/2024
The Minster for Transport, Eamon Ryan T.D. has launched a new €21m scheme to accelerate the development of high-powered Electric Vehicle (EV) charging infrastructure across Ireland's road network. This scheme aims to stimulate the private sector by installing high-powered recharging pools every 60
14/02/2024
Derry City and Strabane District Council's Business and Culture Committee has welcomed funding of £12,719,532 for the L'Derry on the North Atlantic (DNA) Museum in Ebrington Square. Project partners include Inclusive Future Funding administered through Tourism Northern Ireland (TNI); The Executive
14/02/2024
Uisce Éireann has announced that Ward & Burke Water Limited are progressing with works in Buncrana as part of a €31 million investment to upgrade the wastewater infrastructure in Buncrana, Ballybofey and Stranorlar. The sewerage scheme will improve the water quality in Lough Swilly and the River F
14/02/2024
GRAHAM has introduced its first Immersive Pod experience at the construction site of the new Mossley Hill Mental Health Facility. The Pod provides a space for workers to sit back, relax and enjoy a virtual reality experience. It will be on site for four weeks and will allow people to take a break f
14/02/2024
Minister for Further and Higher Education, Research, Innovation and Science Simon Harris TD has announced that Mr Terry Landers has been appointed to Skillnet Ireland's Board of Directors. Mr Landers who was nominated on 8 February 2024, will serve a three-year term until 7 February 2027. Skillnet
14/02/2024
SDLP has said that Government action must be matched by investment to safeguard Lough Neagh. The party's Mid Ulster MLA Patsy McGlone made the comments as MLAs debated a Lough Neagh Rescue Plan in the Assembly. Mr McGlone said there was a significant amount of work ahead to put the lough on a sust
14/02/2024
Belfast City Council and Mid and East Antrim (MEA) Borough Council have agreed to increase domestic district rates. Belfast City Council is set to increase the district rate by 5.44 per cent for 2024/25, meanwhile MEA Council is set to increase its district rate by 9.78 per cent for 2024/25. In th
14/02/2024
Newry, Mourne and Down District Council has announced that construction and restoration works have commenced at Castlewellan Forest Park. Northern Ireland construction firm, OB Construction has been appointed as the main contractor to carry out the work, which will be split over multiple areas with
14/02/2024
Power NI has supported Tyrone GAA with an LED lighting upgrade at O'Neills Healy Park in Omagh through the its Lighting Solutions scheme. After Tyrone GAA reached out to Power NI, the energy supplier arranged an energy audit with their in-house experts for O'Neills Healy Park. This involved assessi
13/02/2024
Lidl Northern Ireland has submitted planning applications for three new stores at Bangor, Craigavon and Dungannon. The new stores will be located at Rushmere Shopping Centre in Craigavon and adjacent to Bloomfield Shopping Centre in Bangor. Both will replace longstanding nearby outlets with all-new
13/02/2024
The Dunkettle Interchange Upgrade Scheme has been officially opened by the Tánaiste, Micheál Martin TD, which will improve transportation infrastructure and connectivity in Cork. In 2020, John Sisk & Son Ltd was awarded the €215 million project which will alleviate congestion, improve safety, and s
13/02/2024
Dublin City Council has announced the approval of the Part 8 Planning Application for the Dalymount Park Redevelopment Project. Over the coming months, the architect led integrated design team will continue with detailed design. Stakeholders including the FAI, Bohemian FC and the wider North Dublin
13/02/2024
The Government has announced that the Minister for the Environment, Climate and Communications, Eamon Ryan, will co-chair the 2024 International Energy Agency (IEA) Ministerial this week. This is the first time that Ireland will co-chair the event and Minister Ryan will do so alongside his French c
13/02/2024
Uisce Éireann in partnership with Westmeath County Council has replaced almost 29 kilometres of old and problematic water mains with new, modern pipes. Pipes have been replaced in the following areas of Westmeath: Kilpatrick, Mullingar (2.2 km), Split Hill (2.5 km), Mount Temple (1.5 km), Delvin (3
13/02/2024
W.Doherty Construction has been appointed to deliver 'The Eat Out' Outdoor Dining Infrastructure Project in Letterkenny. The construction works which begin on the week commencing 19 February will take place at the existing public space to the front of An Grianán Theatre, Ramelton Road. Works will
13/02/2024
Derry City and Strabane District Council's Planning Committee has approved outline planning permission a new service station in the Drumahoe area of the city. Proposed by W&J Chambers Limited the development will include a filling station, car wash, café, restaurant, shop, tourist information and t
13/02/2024
A public consultation has been launched on the Newtownstewart Town Centre Regeneration Framework which will be rolled out in the coming years. Derry City and Strabane District Counci has published recommendations in a Draft Newtownstewart Town Centre Regeneration Framework document relating to Stre
13/02/2024
Armagh City, Banbridge and Craigavon (ABC) Borough Council has announced that it will rise domestic rate bills by 5.17 per cent for the incoming financial year (2024-25). The increase represents an additional 57 pence per week in the average domestic rates bill (or £2.28 per month) and reflects the
13/02/2024
FK Lowry Piling has announced that its continued its association with local Athletics Club Armagh AC at the recent Armagh International Road Race. Now in its 33rd year the event accommodates Athletes from all over the World to what is arguably the fastest Road Races in the World. FK Lowry Piling
12/02/2024
Greysteel Limited's plans for a new residential development on Prehen Road have been approved by Derry City and Strabane District Council's Planning Committee. The company plans to build 16 homes on the site of 8A and 10 Prehen Road including two detached, eight semi-detached dwellings and six apar
12/02/2024
Dublin City Council has invited the public to share their views on plans for the Finglas Village Improvement Scheme. The scheme, which is part of the City Council's Active Travel Network, will provide high quality walking, cycling and public transport facilities within Finglas Village along Seamus
12/02/2024
Uisce Éireann in partnership with Cork County Council has been given the go-ahead to build a new water treatment facility in Whitegate. In May 2023, planning permission was initially approved by Cork County Council however following the statutory planning process, appeals were subsequently lodged.
12/02/2024
Work is to begin on a £320,000 shared footway/cycleway scheme on the Shore Road/Main Street, Toomebridge. A shared footway for 430 metres will be constructed from the 30 mph speed limit on the Shore Road and finish at the Toucan crossing at St Oliver Plunkett's Primary School on the Main Street, To
12/02/2024
A survey commissioned by Wind Energy Ireland has revealed that four in five people are in favour of wind energy development. The research which was carried out by Interactions Research also reveals that three in five support wind farms for their local area. The latest figures also show that there
12/02/2024
SONI has sought the views of its stakeholders as part of a review of its approach to engaging with local communities, businesses, landowners, and the energy industry. The Northern Ireland grid operator is responsible for planning upgrades to the high voltage electricity grid infrastructure to facil
12/02/2024
The Government has launched the new Native Woodland Conservation (NWC) scheme to support the restoration, conservation and improvement of existing native woodlands. The initiative was jointly developed and executed in collaboration with Woodlands of Ireland, the National Parks & Wildlife Service (N
12/02/2024
Contractors are to begin works to strengthen coastal erosion defences at Royal Portrush Golf Club. The club's General Manager, John Lawler, confirmed that contractors are expected to take three weeks to complete the scheme which involves extending the rock armour by 20 metres on a stretch of the Ea
12/02/2024
The Department for Infrastructure (DfI) has announced that the A3 Portadown Road in Armagh is moving into the next phase as resurfacing works are set to begin. A full road closure will be implemented over a number of weekends to facilitate the safe delivery of the scheme. The first two planned clos
12/02/2024
Derry City and Strabane District Council's planning committee has approved plans for a cross-border community park linking Strabane and Lifford with a new pedestrian and cycle bridge. The project will link the two presently divided lands on either side of the border through the establishment of a n
09/02/2024
The Government has announced that it is providing €120m of funding under Ireland's two European Regional Development Fund (ERDF) Regional Programmes to transform derelict heritage buildings in town centres. THRIVE, the Town Centre First Heritage Revival Scheme, was launched by Minister of State for
09/02/2024
Northern Ireland construction firm, Gilbert-Ash has been appointed to deliver a £31 million new junior school at St Paul's School in West London. The building which was founded more than 157 years before the Great Fire of London in 1666 is located on a a 45-acre site adjacent to the River Thames in
09/02/2024
The Government has launched a public consultation on an updated draft of Ireland's National Energy and Climate Plan (NECP). Covering the period from 2021 to 2030, the NECP focuses on the actions Ireland is taking to meet its EU 2030 targets for greenhouse gas emission reductions, renewable energy,
09/02/2024
Uisce Éireann has met with representatives from Meath County Council to discuss supply issues in the south of the county and the strategic and overarching projects that are being undertaken to resolve them. Representing an investment of over €60 million, the projects will provide a safe and reliabl
09/02/2024
DAERA Minister Andrew Muir has pledged his efforts to tackle the blue green algae crisis at Lough Neagh but warned it will take investment, commitment and partnership working over decades. Mr Muir stated that he is "fully committed to urgently addressing the very serious issue of blue green algae"
09/02/2024
Dublin City Council has sought the public's views on the plans for the Milltown Road-Dodder Walk to Dundrum Road Active Travel Route. The route is viewed as an ideal location for rapid build walking and cycling facilities and will facilitate a continuous route along the Dodder corridor in advance o
09/02/2024
Minister for Enterprise, Trade and Employment, Simon Coveney TD, has visited Kincardine Floating Offshore Wind Farm and the Fraserburgh Operations and Maintenance Centre for Moray East Offshore Wind Farm in Scotland. Ireland aims to achieve 5GW of operational offshore wind capacity by 2030, with an
09/02/2024
FlowForma® the leading provider of Process Automation tools for Microsoft 365®, is excited to invite technology, digital transformation, and process professionals in the construction, engineering, and utilities sectors to an interactive lunch and learn event taking place in The Ivy, Dublin, on Febru
09/02/2024
The latest RICS and Ulster Bank Residential Market Survey has revealed that new buyer demand for housing in Northern Ireland has rose at the fastest rate since the start of 2022. A net balance of 35 per cent of NI respondents reported that new buyer enquiries rose through the month of January, the
09/02/2024
NI Water volunteers have supported Crosskennan Lane Animal Sanctuary by spending a day helping the animals. The day is part of NI Water's 'Cares Challenge' project which has been successfully operating for over ten years and is one of the largest corporate volunteering schemes in the province. NI
08/02/2024
Pentagon Technologies Group has announced that it has established a precision parts cleaning facility in Dundalk which will create approximately 100 manufacturing jobs. This new facility which represents an expansion of services to the semi-conductor industry in Ireland is expected to create the jo
08/02/2024
Sinn Féin has urged the Government to ban rent increases for all existing and new tenants and in new rentals as private sector rents continue to spiral out of control. The party's Housing spokesperson, Eoin Ó Broin TD said that the latest Residential Tenancies Board (RTB) rent report shows that sta
08/02/2024
Lisburn & Castlereagh City Council's Planning Committee has given Lagmar Properties' £36 million development on the former Rolls Royce Factory site in Dundonald the green light. The proposals include 95 new homes on the Carrowreagh Road which will be a mix of detached and semi-detached dwellings.
08/02/2024
The first phase of Tuath Housing's new cost rental homes have officially opened at Kiltiernan Wood, Enniskerry Road. In partnership with Dún Laoghaire–Rathdown County Council, Tuath Housing has successfully completed the construction of 24 new cost rental residences in the first phase of the projec
08/02/2024
NI Water has appointed an all-Ireland integrated team for the works at Kinnegar Wastewater Treatment Works (WwTW) and Sydenham Wastewater Pumping Station (WwPS). An Early Contractor Involvement (ECI) contract has been awarded to a team comprising Farrans Construction, TES-CAW JV and AECOM. The ap
08/02/2024
County Down headquartered, GRAHAM, is on schedule to deliver luxury living to Glasgow. The new 346 apartments will meet tenant demand for housing in the city centre that is close to large employers. This new development represents a significant step forward in the regeneration of what was formerly
08/02/2024
CoolPlanet, a global leader in industrial-scale decarbonisation, has announced that it is to extend its offices in Powerscourt Estate in County Wicklow, creating 150 new jobs over the next 24 months. With over 15 years of experience, CoolPlanet is a family of revolutionary companies who combine tec
08/02/2024
Mid and East Antrim Borough Council has announced that the development of Marine Gardens play park in Carrickfergus will begin in February 2024. The works will create an accessible and inclusive play space which will cater to the diverse needs of residents in the area. The Council has collaborated
08/02/2024
Ballymena-based engineering company, GES Group has hosted an event which highlighted the power of apprenticeships to the local economy. The event brought together local manufacturing businesses and key partners including Northern Regional College and the Department for the Economy. Apprenticeship
08/02/2024
As this week is National Apprenticeship Week, the Housing Executive has recognised the vital role that apprentices play in its workforce. Over the last ten years, 300 apprentices and graduates have been recruited by the Housing Executive across a variety of positions. The positions include housing
07/02/2024
The Land Development Agency (LDA) and Dublin City Council (DCC) have been given the green light to start building 146 new homes in Coolock in Dublin 5. The Cromcastle development will include 13 social and 133 cost rental homes, as well as new community, cultural and open spaces. Works will involve
07/02/2024
ESB has opened a major battery plant at its Poolbeg site in Dublin today, 7 February. This new battery plant will add 75MW (150MWh) of fast-acting energy storage to help provide grid stability and deliver more renewables on Ireland’s electricity system. Currently the largest site of its kind in co
07/02/2024
Storm Technology has transformed the IT and financial systems of Irish homebuilder, Glenveagh Properties Plc. In order to deliver innovation through how it plans, designs and builds new homes, Glenveagh engaged Storm Technology to upgrade its existing financial services, unify critical business sys
07/02/2024
Ward & Burke Construction Ltd has been appointed to replace 250 metres of aged cast iron water mains in Ennis. The company will be arriving in Ennis to replace the water mains with new modern pipes on Lifford Road which will result in improved water quality and a more reliable water supply for cust
07/02/2024
Northern Ireland's Electricity Transmission System Operator, SONI has met with the Minister of State, Steve Baker, to provide a high-level briefing on the energy transition. Mr Baker met with members of the SONI team who are responsible for matching the supply and demand for electricity across Nort
07/02/2024
Minister of State at the Department of Agriculture, Food and the Marine, Senator Pippa Hackett has welcomed new restrictions on exports of spruce timber from Scotland. Senator Pippa Hackett has engaged with her department in relation to the certification of coniferous roundwood (spruce) from the Pe
07/02/2024
The Government has announced a €4.5 million package to support our rural towns and villages. A new Town Team Support Fund will also be established to build and develop a network of Town Teams nationwide. Up to €50,000 will be invested in supporting the development of rural community projects under
07/02/2024
County Down headquartered GRAHAM has been selected to deliver Phase A of the Lakes Estate Renewal Project in Bletchley through Pagabo's Major Works Framework. Selected by Milton Keynes City Council, GRAHAM will complete the two-stage design and build contract which is valued at £70 million. The reg
07/02/2024
The new Minister for Infrastructure, John O'Dowd has said that Infrastructure holds the key to a more prosperous, productive society. Mr O'Dowd made the comments as he took up office at the Department for Infrastructure (DfI), saying that while there were challenges to be faced, there were big opp
07/02/2024
Power NI has donated to a Craigavon-based charity, 'Just a Chat' which will help to create a group dedicated to improving mental health and resilience in young men. The charity that engages with secondary school children to improve their awareness and understanding of mental health received £1,000
06/02/2024
Uisce Éireann has announced that it will be recruiting for 700 new jobs across Ireland. These opportunities will be available in the next year, with positions ready to be filled immediately. Professionals, tradespeople at all levels, recent graduates, and skilled workers will have the chance to con
06/02/2024
Deloitte's latest Regional Crane Survey has revealed that the construction of residential properties and hotels were key drivers of development activity in Belfast in 2023. According to the annual Belfast Crane Survey, a total of 20 major projects were either under construction or completed in Belf
06/02/2024
SSE Renewables and Greencoat Renewables have launched the latest application round of Galway Wind Park's €300,000 Major Projects Fund. The Major Projects Fund opens to applications every two years and supports projects within 10 kilometres of Galway Wind Park. The fund targets projects that will b
06/02/2024
GRAHAM has been appointed by The University of Edinburgh to upgrade the world's oldest purpose built Student Union at Teviot Row House. This Category B listed building which was built in 1889 has many historical features. GRAHAM intends to preserve the building's unique history and design whilst mo
06/02/2024
Aurient Ltd has announced that phase three of the £7 million restoration of Belfast's Crescent area is scheduled for completion in autumn. Last month the latest phase of works began which involves a 7275 sq. ft redevelopment of the city's landmark Grade II listed Georgian terraces. Spanning over th
06/02/2024
Almac Group has announced a 15-year virtual power purchase agreement (VPPA) to source electricity generated by County Tyrone's newly constructed Murley wind farm. The deal is set to reduce carbon emissions by more than 95 per cent from the electricity used at Almac's Global HQ in Craigavon, thanks
06/02/2024
NI Water is set to install new wastewater infrastructure to support a new housing development located at Sloefield Drive off the A2 Belfast Road in Carrickfergus. The works which will begin next week will involve the installation of a new stormwater sewer and the construction of manholes across the
06/02/2024
Farrans has announced that it will be partnering with Engineers Ireland Northern Region to support Engineers Week 2024. Engineers Week takes place from 4 to 8 March 2024 at schools and learning across the region. It celebrates innovation, creativity and the possibilities of STEAM education. A com
06/02/2024
E Quinn Civils Ltd has been appointed to refurbish Carnlough's Multi Use Games Area (MUGA) and to develop a kickaround area in Glynn. Carnlough MUGA will receive a new 3G carpet, associated shockpad and boundary fencing, which will include ball-stop fencing behind the goal units. The existing flood
06/02/2024
Mivan has announced that it has raised £10,490 for Northern Ireland Chest Heart and Stroke (NICHS). During 2023, Mivan participated in a variety of fundraising activities. The efforts included a bake-off competition, a spinathon, the Belfast marathon, family fun day, charity football tournament and
05/02/2024
GRAHAM has been appointed on a £500 million southern highways and civils framework. The NI headquartered company will deliver infrastructure works across the south of England as part of the Gen 5 framework. Works which began on 8 January will last four years. Hampshire County Council selected a li
05/02/2024
Choice Housing has finalised a new £70 million loan with Ulster Bank that supports the landlord's plans to invest in more than 875 affordable homes in Northern Ireland. Currently, the association is in the process of developing 947 new homes spread across 16 projects throughout Northern Ireland. Th
05/02/2024
Hagan Homes has begun construction works on Water's Edge, a new £7.5 million development in the Greenisland area of County Antrim. The scheme will bring 18 premium new homes to the market offering unparalleled views of Belfast Lough, across two apartment buildings. During the construction phase W
05/02/2024
FP McCann has been appointed as the Principal Contractor for the expansion of the Stena Line Victoria Terminal 1 (VT1) Ferry Terminal in Belfast Harbour The project includes all permanent and temporary works to expand VT1 in order to provide additional capacity for Stena Line. Works include: • Re
05/02/2024
ESB has announced a new collaboration with BladeBridge to repurpose decommissioned wind turbine blades into sustainable infrastructure During recent months, the ESB Innovation team, working at the X_Site hub dedicated to sustainable innovation, has partnered with the Cork-based company, BladeBridge
05/02/2024
Renewable NI has welcomed the return of the NI Assembly saying that the new Executive must accelerate the deployment of renewables. Accelerating the adoption of renewable energy is said by Renewable NI to lower electricity prices, promote green economic growth, and decrease carbon emissions. Speak
05/02/2024
Farrans has made significant progress on Enoch Hill Wind Farm in Scotland. The Northern Ireland based company has poured the first of 15 bases at the wind farm ahead of the arrival of the wind turbines. The pour included 63t of reinforcement and 405m3 of concrete. Completing the works for its clie
05/02/2024
Wind Energy Ireland has launched its' 2024 bursary which offers opportunities to a new generation of renewable energy experts. The bursary is tailored for those planning to study law, economics, engineering, policy, science, planning and more at postgraduate level in Ireland. The bursary was esta
05/02/2024
Ward and Burke Construction Ltd is currently replacing over 1.1 kilometres of old watermains in the Popham's Road area. The works, which will be completed in late May, include Bóthar an Choimín, St. Michaels Road, St. Colemans Road, St. Brendan's Road, the northern side of Farranferris Avenue and a
05/02/2024
Cork County Council has invited the public to submit feedback on early-stage plans for two new greenway projects in Cork County. Both projects are currently in Phase 1, the Concept and Feasibility stage which involves the development of the study area, investigating the constraints within the stud
02/02/2024
BAM Farrans JV has completed works on Herring Bridge in Great Yarmouth. Norfolk County Council has opened the 'twin leaf' bascule bridge, which represented an overall investment of £121 million. Herring Bridge is an important connection between the A47 Harfrey's roundabout to the port and enterpri
02/02/2024
Leading design, architectural and engineering specialists, McAdam Design, has been appointed to transform the historic town of Carrickfergus. The transformation is part of the £42 million Belfast Region City Deal project and will include upgrading and improving Carrickfergus Castle, its visitor hub
02/02/2024
Malcolm Noonan TD, Minister of State for Nature, Heritage and Electoral Reform has launched new guidance to support energy upgrades in traditional buildings. Although the guidance is aimed at the specifiers and installers of retrofitting projects, the guidance will also be of interest to owners, o
02/02/2024
Mid and East Antrim (MEA) Borough Council has been awarded over £5 million under the new PEACEPLUS programme which will fund works to improve community and sports facilities. The council is inviting Expressions of Interest applications from local groups and organisations for the following programme
02/02/2024
A new report from Wind Energy Ireland has revealed that achieving Ireland's 2050 offshore wind energy targets could be worth at least €38 billion to the Irish economy. The research highlights the need for a targeted skills development fund to ensure Irish workers and businesses reap the benefit fro
02/02/2024
Shareridge Civil Engineering has been appointed to replace 1.4 kilometres of old water mains in Portlaw. Uisce Éireann is working in partnership with Waterford City and County Council to replace the mains with new modern pipes. The new water mains will provide a more reliable water supply for the
02/02/2024
The Government has launched Ireland's Climate and Environmental Finance Report 2022. The report which shows that Ireland provided €120.8 million in climate finance to developing countries in 2022, an increase of 21 per cent from 2021. Annually produced by the Department of Foreign Affairs, the rep
02/02/2024
The Construction Employers Federation (CEF) has announced that DiabetesUK NI will be the official charity partner for its upcoming CEF President's Annual Dinner. Diabetes is the largest and fastest-growing health crisis of our time, in Northern Ireland there are nearly 112,000 people living with di
01/02/2024
Griffiths Farrans JV has been appointed on a £500 million southern highways and civils framework by Hampshire County Council. Griffiths Farrans will be delivering infrastructure across the East and West as part of the Gen 5 civil engineering, highways and transportation framework. The framework whi
01/02/2024
County down headquartered, GRAHAM, has revealed the brickwork frontage at its Bonnington Road development in Edinburgh. GRAHAM is on schedule to deliver 464 homes this Summer on behalf of PLATFORM_ and Heimstaden. A total of 114 of these homes will be much-needed affordable units. At six storeys h
01/02/2024
Belfast City Council has announced that significant progress has been made on the £1 billion Belfast Region City Deal. Planning has been approved for Newtownabbey's Factory of the Future sit at Global Point and the contract for pre-construction has been awarded for this key component of the Advance
01/02/2024
The Derg Active project has reached another milestone with the appointment of a number of contractors to deliver the Green Infrastructure element of the development. Lowry Building and Civil Engineering have been appointed to deliver the public realm space at the Diamond and Gibson Brothers appoint
01/02/2024
CITB NI has announced that the Women in Construction Summit will be held this March. The Summit which is being held on 13 March at 8.30 am to 4.00 pm will challenge the business foundations within the construction industry. This conference will be a full day of inspirational stories, business advi
01/02/2024
McCusker Contracts Ltd has began works on a new waste transfer station at Drummee Recycling Centre and Landfill in Enniskillen. The new facility will improve the Fermanagh and Omagh District Council's waste and recycling infrastructure and strengthen resilience, enabling residual waste to be safely
01/02/2024
The Housing Executive has announced that it will begin contacting tenants by text this week to encourage a greater sign up to the 'My Housing Executive' online service. Over 20,000 tenants have signed up to the online portal which allows 24/7 access. When you register and sign up for the new My Ho
01/02/2024
SSE Renewables has partnered with Wicklow Sailing Club again to support the next edition of the SSE Renewables Round Ireland Race. Entries for the 704-nautical mile-race are now open. The race which has been described as the Kilimanjaro of Sailing will commence on Saturday, 22 June 2024. The race
