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29/05/2026
EirGrid has reached a major milestone on the Celtic Interconnector project following the completion of onshore cable installation in Ireland and the successful testing of the onshore cable connections.
These latest achievements mark a significant step forward in linking Ireland's electricity grid t
29/05/2026
With Komatsu and Metso now standing side-by-side within the McHale Plant Sales portfolio, main board directors appointed to drive sales in all markets, and with proven products from both manufacturers, "we will be attending Hillhead in a determined mood to do deals," their managing director, Tim Sha
29/05/2026
Level 3 Land-based Engineering students from the College of Agriculture, Food and Rural Enterprise (CAFRE) recently participated in an educational site visit to McCauley Trailers in Toomebridge. The excursion provided students with valuable insights into modern manufacturing techniques and large-sca
29/05/2026
Donegal County Council is set to deliver extensive safety enhancements and road reconstruction works on the N13 from Admiran Park to McClay's Corner, as well as along the N15 Main Street through Stranorlar and Ballybofey. The planned scheme will involve full road reconstruction and resurfacing, comp
29/05/2026
Infrastructure Minister Liz Kimmins has confirmed that a £600,000 carriageway resurfacing programme has started on the B7 Rathfriland Road in Dromara.
The scheme will see asphalt resurfacing over a 2.1-kilometre stretch, beginning at the junctions with Ballymackilreiny Road and Closkelt Road and pr
29/05/2026
EirGrid has supported vital Irish Coast Guard helicopter training exercises off the south coast during the execution of marine surveys for its Powering Up Offshore – South Coast project.
The survey operations, which commenced last month (April), represent the next stage of site investigation works
29/05/2026
Uisce Éireann has welcomed the final determination on Revenue Control 4 (RC4) issued by the Commission for Regulation of Utilities (CRU), establishing the regulatory framework for water and wastewater services up to 2029.
In conjunction with the announcement, the utility has outlined a comprehensiv
28/05/2026
Dublin City Council has published its Pre‑Planning Design Consultation Report for the Grow College Green scheme, confirming robust public support for reimagining the historic heart of Dublin as a lively, people‑centred public realm.
Presented to the Council's Mobility and Public Realm S
28/05/2026
Uisce Éireann has opened an eight-week public consultation on the Draft Galway Wastewater Strategy, running from Thursday, 28 May to Thursday, 23 July 2026. The Draft Strategy is published alongside the Strategic Environmental Assessment (SEA) Environmental Report and the Natura Impact Statement (NI
28/05/2026
Economy Minister Dr Caoimhe Archibald has announced a £2 million investment dedicated to skills development within the advanced manufacturing sector to support its growth, innovation, and competitiveness.
The funding is provided by the UK Government as part of the broader £150 million Enhanced Inve
28/05/2026
Arden, the strategic joint venture between John Sisk & Son and D/RES Properties, has announced its inaugural development, named Foothills, located in Killinarden.
Delivered in partnership with South Dublin County Council, the project will provide 635 mixed-tenure homes designed to form a vibrant, s
28/05/2026
Christopher O'Sullivan TD, Minister of State for Nature, Biodiversity and Heritage, has announced the allocation of €3 million in funding under the Local Biodiversity Action Fund (LBAF) 2026.
Seven specific projects across County Laois have been selected to receive financial support through this la
28/05/2026
Uisce Éireann has completed works in Codrum, Macroom, replacing 640 metres of outdated water mains with modern, resilient pipes to cut leaks and improve supply reliability; permanent road reinstatement will follow as part of the programme.
As part of the project, older mains prone to bursts and lea
28/05/2026
Five locations are benefiting from the investment. In Scarriff, €25,250 has funded an accessible kayak and canoe launch system, improving inclusive access to the water and enabling safer, easier launching and landing for users of all abilities, including people with reduced mobility.
In the North C
28/05/2026
GRAHAM has opened a new office in Cumbria as it grows its presence in the North of England.
The workspace at the Phoenix Enterprise Centre in Cleator Moor will be shared by the contractor's Civil Engineering and Building divisions, creating a local hub for teams delivering projects across the regio
27/05/2026
A major new residential project featuring 711 homes could be coming to Clongriffin, Dublin 13, following a planning application by the Land Development Agency (LDA). The Large-Scale Residential Development (LRD) submission has been delivered to Dublin City Council for a 3.47-hectare site situated wi
27/05/2026
Uisce Éireann is progressing essential water network upgrades in Carlow to support local growth and development while delivering a more robust and reliable water supply for residents and businesses.
Delivered as part of Uisce Éireann's National Leakage Reduction Programme, the project involves repl
27/05/2026
Minister James Lawless, of the Department of Further and Higher Education, Research, Innovation and Science, hosted the second National Skills Roundtable for construction and infrastructure at UCD's O'Connor Centre for Learning on 27 May 2026.
An advance informal survey of attendees — spanning cons
27/05/2026
The Land Development Agency (LDA) has acquired a major urban regeneration site in Jamestown Industrial Estate, Finglas, Dublin 11. The lands lie just off the N2 near M50 junction 5 and face the planned Finglas Green LUAS extension from Broombridge to Charlestown. Charlestown Shopping Centre is about
27/05/2026
A funding injection of more than €90,000 is set to benefit communities across Donegal, with 12 local organisations securing financial support through the Lenalea Wind Farm Community Benefit Fund.
Operated by SSE, the 30MW Lenalea Wind Farm became fully operational in 2024. The site provides annual
27/05/2026
Mayor of South Dublin County Council, Cllr Pamela Kearns, has marked the completion of Phase 2 upgrade works at Kiltipper Park. She was joined by local councillors, Chief Executive Mr. Colm Ward, Director of Services for Climate Action Ms. Teresa Walsh, SDCC staff, members of the local community and
27/05/2026
Gilbert-Ash, the award-winning construction and fit-out contractor, has secured a position on the UK's Best Places to Work list for the second year running.
The firm, known for its involvement in delivering some of the most iconic buildings across Ireland and the UK, has been featured in this year'
27/05/2026
Galway City Council, in partnership with its public lighting maintenance contractor, has commenced a comprehensive public lighting upgrade programme across the city.
The infrastructure initiative involves the removal and replacement of existing public lighting columns, fittings, cabling, and ductin
26/05/2026
Homes and businesses in the area can expect a stronger, more dependable supply as the utility finishes work on the local network, supporting everyday needs from households to community services.
The old mains had been prone to bursts and leakage, wasting treated drinking water. Installing modern, m
26/05/2026
Duggan Brothers Ltd has been appointed as the main contractor for the Swords Cultural Quarter construction works. The principal public realm elements — upgraded streets, new landscaping, improved lighting and a purpose-built events space — will be delivered in partnership with GLAS Civil Engineering
26/05/2026
Farrans has volunteered alongside the Wear Rivers Trust to support environmental improvement works on the River Gaunless in Bishop Auckland, contributing to the ongoing Northumbrian Water Blue Spaces Scheme.
The volunteering day involved members of the Farrans team participating in a range of pract
26/05/2026
Essential roof repair works have officially commenced at the fortified tower (keep) of Athlone Castle in Co. Westmeath, a project welcomed by the Office of Public Works (OPW) in partnership with Westmeath County Council.
The maintenance programme involves upgrading and replacing the roof area, whic
26/05/2026
Minister for Children, Disability and Equality Norma Foley has announced €400,000 to deliver new recreational spaces tailored to teenagers. The schemes will offer safe, attractive spots for meeting friends, spending time outdoors and engaging in unstructured play, with features such as all-weather s
26/05/2026
The Health and Safety Executive (HSE) and Health and Safety Executive Northern Ireland (HSENI) continue to stress the need to safeguard pedestrians from vehicle movements in construction sites, manufacturing plants, logistics yards, depots and other busy operational areas.
"The most effective way t
26/05/2026
Members of the MMD Construction team were pleased to join The Lighthouse Charity Limerick Hike on 23 May, coming together with colleagues from across the construction industry to back the charity's vital work.
As a supporter of The Lighthouse Charity, MMD Construction recognises the importance of p
26/05/2026
Budget Designer HomeWorks, a trusted member of the Federation of Master Builders, has officially announced a premier May Showroom Open Weekend at its flagship Bangor headquarters.
Running from Friday 29 May to Saturday 30 May 2026, the major commercial event offers homeowners exclusive, visi
22/05/2026
Evara, Ireland's largest private housebuilder, and South Dublin County Council (SDCC) have broken ground on Central Boulevard Park, a new 1.3-hectare green space in Adamstown.
The park will act as a central green corridor linking Airlie Park with the Urban Plaza at The Crossings, Adamstown's town
22/05/2026
Approval has been granted for the Water Supply Project Eastern and Midlands Region to advance to the next phase under the Government's Infrastructure Guidelines. The scheme will develop a new source of potable water with the potential to supply up to 50% of Ireland's population across the Eastern an
22/05/2026
Infrastructure Minister Liz Kimmins has praised 20 years of cross-border cooperation during an event celebrating a major milestone for the International Centre for Local and Regional Development (ICLRD).
Addressing attendees at a conference held in Dundalk, Minister Kimmins emphasised how the organ
22/05/2026
Agriculture, Environment and Rural Affairs Minister Andrew Muir has announced an allocation of more than £380,000 to back 16 water quality projects across Northern Ireland, including 11 located within the Lough Neagh catchment.
The selected initiatives are financed via the Water Quality Improvement
22/05/2026
One in five (20%) homeowners in Northern Ireland have lost money to unqualified or unlicensed builders in the last five years, according to new research from the Federation of Master Builders (FMB). Among those affected, the average loss was £493, contributing to an estimated £14.3bn lost across the
22/05/2026
Lambert Smith Hampton (LSH) has launched the sale of Biggleswade Town Football Club together with its 11-acre stadium complex on Langford Road, describing it as a rare chance to acquire a historic non-league club alongside a fully operational sports and community venue with scope for future growth.
22/05/2026
A €12.6m investment in Galway City Museum has been hailed as a milestone for tourism, culture and economic development for the city and county, according to Fine Gael Senator Seán Kyne.
Kyne, Fine Gael's candidate in the Galway West by-election, said: "This is exactly the kind of transformative inv
22/05/2026
A newly launched £1.5 million fund is now accepting applications from organisations across Belfast looking to invest in transforming community spaces and places.
Administered by Belfast City Council, the Local Community Ownership Fund (LCOF) intends to help local groups purchase community assets or
22/05/2026
Public realm improvement works in the Church Street and De Courcy Place areas of Downpatrick are set to begin this summer following the announcement of a major regeneration investment by Department for Communities.
Communities Minister Gordon Lyons confirmed that the Department for Communities will
22/05/2026
Sinn Féin TD for Wicklow and Chair of the Public Accounts Committee (PAC), John Brady, has urged Minister for Transport Daragh O'Brien to immediately clarify the future of Irish Rail's planned Traffic Management System (TMS) after €31.5 million has already been spent, and to address concerns about k
21/05/2026
Northern Ireland-based fit-out specialist McCue has completed the interior fit-out of Elemente, a new restaurant at Westfield Hamburg-Überseequartier, one of Europe's most anticipated retail and leisure destinations, marking a further milestone in its expanding international portfolio.
Appointed as
21/05/2026
The Land Development Agency (LDA) and Bord na Móna (BnM) have finalised the transfer of a site with capacity for up to 300 homes on Monahan Road in Cork City Docklands.
Under the agreement, approximately 2.08 hectares (five acres) of land have passed from BnM to the LDA. The state bodies, in consul
21/05/2026
Minister for Agriculture, Food and the Marine, Martin Heydon TD, has published the findings of a public consultation on draft principles to shape a National Carbon Farming Framework.
Minister Heydon said: "Last year, I launched a public consultation on a draft set of principles to develop Carbon Fa
21/05/2026
Coffey has maintained its ISO 50001:2018 energy management certification following the latest surveillance audit carried out by the National Standards Authority of Ireland (NSAI).
The ISO 50001 framework is embedded across the business, supporting continual gains in energy performance, more efficie
21/05/2026
Homes by Western has introduced a brand-new modular living solution designed to combat the ongoing housing shortage in the Republic of Ireland. The flexible, economical units have been engineered to align perfectly with recently updated planning legislation.
The family-run manufacturing company, wh
21/05/2026
Minister for Transport Darragh O'Brien, alongside Minister of State Seán Canney and Minister of State Jerry Buttimer, has announced further details of the Road Transporters Support Scheme (RTSS) as the application portal officially opens.
The initiative is being administered by the Department of Tr
21/05/2026
Infrastructure Minister Liz Kimmins has announced a £695,000 carriageway resurfacing scheme on the B133 Maytown Road, Bessbrook, starting on Monday 1 June 2026.
The project will cover 2.2 kilometres from McShane's Road to the junction with the C214 Kingsmill Road and will be delivered in two phases
21/05/2026
Year 10 pupils from Cross and Passion College and Ballycastle High School have collaborated on a large-scale artwork now brightening the perimeter hoarding of the new Ballycastle Leisure Centre construction site.
Developed through a series of joint workshops, the project enabled students from both
21/05/2026
Minister for Rural and Community Development and the Gaeltacht, Dara Calleary TD, has announced funding of more than €485,000 for 52 small capital projects to improve trails that form part of the Department’s Walks Scheme.
The investment will support resurfacing, re-routing and other enhancements t
21/05/2026
Ulster Bank has agreed a £30 million funding package to support Beannchor Group’s ongoing expansion of its Bullitt Hotel brand.
The facilities refinance the Bullitt Hotel in Belfast and provide capital for the group’s Dublin plans, which include a 98-bed, four-star Bullitt on Capel Street in the ci
20/05/2026
Irish firm Farrans has expressed its delight after being confirmed as an Asset Delivery Partner for Scottish Water's largest-ever investment programme. The publicly-owned utility has announced the seven partner companies selected to collaborate on a joint enterprise designed to upgrade the country's
20/05/2026
Minister for Housing, Local Government and Heritage, James Browne TD, visited County Donegal on Friday, 15 May 2026, to inspect progress across four social housing developments. Located in Letterkenny, Kilmacrennan, and Lifford, the schemes will deliver a total of 131 new homes for families across t
20/05/2026
Gas Networks Ireland has signed a deal with Stream BioEnergy to link a new €80 million biomethane facility in Little Island, Co Cork, to the national gas network.
Announcing the agreement at the All-Island Bioeconomy Summit at the Johnstown Estate, Co Meath, Gas Networks Ireland's Head of Business
20/05/2026
Coffey continues to advance the Delgany to Blacklion (Chapel Road) Improvement Scheme, which is designed to provide safer, more connected travel for the local community.
Section 1 is now substantially complete, with a new HRA asphalt ramp installed at the Littlebrook Estate entrance and driveway an
20/05/2026
Cork County Council has announced €75,450 in funding under the County Cork Heritage Grant Scheme 2026, which will support 50 separate heritage projects and initiatives across all eight of the county's Municipal Districts.
Operated since 2021 with the backing of The Heritage Council, the scheme cont
20/05/2026
The Minister for Culture, Communications and Sport, Patrick O’Donovan TD, and Minister of State for Sport and Postal Policy, Charlie McConalogue TD, have announced a proposed additional €3.25 million in Government support to advance the long‑planned Galway Regional Aquatic Project.
The extra
20/05/2026
Lisburn & Castlereagh City Council has marked the official reopening of the Grove Activity Centre, now leased and operated by Live Life Wellbeing (LLW), as a significant milestone in the council's Community Asset Transfer (CAT) programme.
The Mayor of Lisburn & Castlereagh, Alderman Amanda Grehan,
20/05/2026
The Mayor, Alderman Amanda Grehan, officially opened Canal Boxing Academy’s new facility at Queen Elizabeth II Playing Fields on 18 May.
Having outgrown its previous base in terms of size, facilities and function, the club now has a purpose-built venue with state-of-the-art equipment, a gym and a
20/05/2026
A sod-turning ceremony has marked the start of the latest construction phase at Waterford Airport.
Waterford City and County Council has approved a €30 million redevelopment to secure the airport's future, with the project fully funded by private investment.
Works will extend the existing runway t
20/05/2026
Newry, Mourne and Down District Council has relaunched its £3 million Office Development Grant Scheme to catalyse private-sector delivery of Grade A office projects and support the ongoing renewal of Newry City Centre.
Backed by the Northern Ireland Executive through the Department for Communities
19/05/2026
Uisce Éireann said water is being restored to customers in Templetney after crews repaired the damaged main, with supply returning across the network over the course of the evening.
A separate interruption at the Templetney Water Treatment Plant was fixed this morning, but some customers may contin
19/05/2026
Leading property adviser CBRE NI and global professional services firm Turner & Townsend have formally launched United By Sport, a new multi-stakeholder group designed to maximise the regeneration benefits of sports infrastructure across Northern Ireland.
Senior figures from the Irish FA, Ulster GA
19/05/2026
Full weekend road closures will be implemented across several weekends in May and June to facilitate essential resurfacing works on Mountjoy Road, Old Mountfield Road, and Lisanelly Avenue in Omagh.
The Department for Infrastructure has confirmed that ongoing roadworks on the Mountjoy Road/Gortin R
19/05/2026
Muse, working with McAleer & Rushe, has reached practical completion of the 50% affordable Stroudley Walk neighbourhood in Bromley-by-Bow, delivered in partnership with Poplar HARCA and the GLA.
The scheme provides 274 homes arranged around a new pocket park.
The 25-storey Upper East building con
19/05/2026
Wind was the largest single source of power last month, according to the system operator's latest data. It marked the third consecutive month in which renewables met around half of demand, reflecting ongoing progress in integrating green electricity onto Ireland's grid.
EirGrid said system developm
19/05/2026
Almost 25,000 apartments are currently under construction on active sites across Dublin, signalling continuing momentum in housing delivery, the Lord Mayor of Dublin has said.
Councillor Ray McAdam, Fine Gael's candidate in the Dublin Central bye-election, said that with over 78,000 residential pla
19/05/2026
Belfast Harbour has unveiled a £1.3 billion investment strategy aimed at securing the future of Irish Sea trade and expanding the port's role as a key economic gateway for Northern Ireland over the next 25 years.
The long-term blueprint, titled Belfast Harbour 2025–2050 Masterplan: Horizons of Oppo
19/05/2026
Southern Regional College, alongside representatives from the Department for the Economy, main contractor Felix O'Hare and Co. Limited, and architects McAdam Design, has marked the official start of construction on the new £14.5 million Newry Innovation Centre with a sod-cutting ceremony.
The two-s
19/05/2026
Education Minister Paul Givan has marked the official start of construction on a new school building for Mary Queen of Peace Primary School in Glenravel.
The major development represents an investment of more than £10 million. Once complete, it will provide nine new classrooms and successfully brin
19/05/2026
Record levels of wind energy generation helped protect Irish consumers from sharp increases in global gas prices in April, according to new figures from Wind Energy Ireland.
Wind farms supplied 38 per cent of Ireland's electricity last month, generating a record 1,298 GWh of power and remaining the
18/05/2026
A landmark €30 million investment by Uisce Éireann to construct three new wastewater treatment plants across Donegal has been marked with a site visit to Kilmacrennan by the Minister for Housing, Local Government and Heritage, James Browne TD.
The major infrastructure upgrades are entering their fi
18/05/2026
Senior figures from Northern Ireland's construction sector gathered this week for a pioneering conference focused on practical steps to embed a zero-tolerance approach to violence against women and girls.
Organised by the Construction Employers Federation (CEF) in partnership with WOMEN'STEC and Co
18/05/2026
Modular construction specialist McAvoy has announced that its team will be attending the UKREiiF 2026 exhibition in Leeds later this year.
As a premier event for the real estate, infrastructure, and built environment sectors, UKREiiF serves as a gathering point for contractors, developers, local au
18/05/2026
Infrastructure Minister Liz Kimmins has confirmed a £605,000 resurfacing programme for the A42 Galgorm Road in Ballymena, spanning from the Sourhill Road roundabout to Grange Road. Works are scheduled to start on Monday 18 May 2026 and are expected to take 13 weeks.
Minister Kimmins said: "This is
18/05/2026
The Dublin housing supply pipeline has maintained its strong momentum, with the overall stock of residential planning permissions rising to 78,658 units, according to the latest quarterly figures.
The data indicates that the high volume of housing commencements from recent years is progressing stea
18/05/2026
Coillte has pushed back the application deadline for its 2026 Forestry Scholarship to Monday 6 July 2026, following feedback from partners across the forestry and education sectors. The new date coincides with the CAO Change of Mind submission window, when many students finalise their course prefere
18/05/2026
Economy Minister Dr Caoimhe Archibald has initiated a public consultation regarding the introduction of a new regulatory framework tailored for geothermal energy in Northern Ireland.
The proposed guidelines are designed to expand the geothermal market and safely harness the region's native undergro
18/05/2026
Coffey has achieved dual recognition at the Institution of Civil Engineers (ICE) West Midlands Awards, claiming top honours for individual leadership and technical excellence.
Hayley Jackson was named Rising Star at the ceremony, a title that recognises her exceptional leadership in pre-constructio
15/05/2026
Diageo has officially opened its Littleconnell Brewery in Co. Kildare, a significant boost to Ireland's brewing industry and sustainable manufacturing. Designer Group supported the delivery of the €300 million facility, which forms part of Diageo's near €1 billion investment in Ireland between 2020
15/05/2026
Dublin City Council has published the findings of FACE Dublin, a report that explores how to finance housing through adaptive re-use in a way that aligns with statutory climate targets. It responds to the dual challenge of cutting emissions from the built environment and accelerating delivery where
15/05/2026
Evara, Ireland's largest private homebuilder, has signed contracts to provide 205 new social homes in Cherrywood, Dublin, for Dún Laoghaire‑Rathdown County Council (DLR).
The scheme, located at Grand Parade Place on Council land in the rapidly growing suburb, will comprise 117 two‑bedro
15/05/2026
Infrastructure Minister Liz Kimmins has announced that a £390,000 carriageway resurfacing scheme in Mountfield is scheduled to begin on Monday 18 May 2026.
The extensive project will involve the resurfacing of 1.2 kilometres of road across Main Street, Lenagh Road, Barony Road, and Spring Road with
15/05/2026
Donegal County Council will submit a planning application to An Coimisiún Pleanála for the Burnfoot Flood Relief Scheme after OPW approval, with the project designed to protect 49 properties.
Announcing the move on 14 May 2026, Kevin "Boxer" Moran TD, Minister of State with responsibility for the O
15/05/2026
MMD Construction took part in this week's Women in Construction in Ireland (WICI) gathering in Cork, where professionals from across the sector came together for a lively morning of networking and conversation.
The session offered valuable chances to reconnect with peers, share insights, and consid
15/05/2026
Minister for Climate, Energy and the Environment, Darragh O'Brien, has officially launched the Offshore Wind Energy Programme Annual Report, detailing Ireland's rapid advancement toward becoming a global leader in renewable energy.
The report, produced by the Offshore Wind Delivery Taskforce, outli
15/05/2026
The Antrim and Newtownabbey Labour Market Partnership (LMP), in collaboration with the Council and local businesses, has officially opened a new Warehousing and Forklift Academy. The initiative is designed to provide residents with a direct pathway into the logistics sector through a week-long inten
14/05/2026
GRAHAM Investment Projects (GIP) and the Mooney Hotel Group have announced a partnership to deliver a significant new purpose-built student accommodation (PBSA) development in South Belfast. The project involves the redevelopment of the landmark Wellington Park Hotel site to create approximately 561
14/05/2026
National procurement specialist Pagabo has officially invited suppliers to bid for a place on its new National Framework for Developer-Led Schemes. The second iteration of the framework carries a massive anticipated value of up to £26bn and is designed to provide a compliant route for public sector
14/05/2026
Education Minister Paul Givan has broken ground on a major construction programme at Glenwood Primary School, marking the formal start of works.
The £22 million investment will refurbish the existing Grade B1 listed building and deliver a new block with ten classrooms, a library and dining faciliti
14/05/2026
Infrastructure Minister Liz Kimmins has confirmed that a £250,000 carriageway resurfacing project at the A6 Castledawson Roundabout is scheduled to begin on Monday 18 May 2026. The investment also covers the resurfacing of a short section of the A54 Magherafelt Road.
Minister Kimmins said: "This is
14/05/2026
EirGrid has begun a public consultation on the next phase of a significant electricity network reinforcement for Kildare and South‑West Dublin.
The Kildare Dublin Grid Reinforcement Project will upgrade energy infrastructure in a fast-growing part of the country. With the existing system near
14/05/2026
Works kicked off this week on a two-phase scheme to replace more than 570 metres of cast-iron mains with modern pipework. Phase one will take place at Newcastle Park and Newcastle Avenue, before moving to Costello Road for phase two. In total, 574 metres of new mains will be installed under Uisce Éi
14/05/2026
The Northern Ireland Football League (NIFL) is inviting suitably qualified and experienced signage companies to submit tenders for the design, manufacture and installation of signage across NIFL member venues and associated facilities.
The scope includes internal and external stadium signage produc
14/05/2026
Communities Minister Gordon Lyons has announced that the demolition of Latharna House in Larne is scheduled to start later this month. The 16-storey tower block, which has stood since the early 1970s, is currently unoccupied and represents the final Northern Ireland Housing Executive (NIHE) high-ris
13/05/2026
Coffey, working with Kanadevia Inova, is delivering Stream BioEnergy's flagship €80 million biomethane facility at Little Island, Co Cork, in a major boost to Ireland's renewable gas infrastructure.
Scheduled to come online in 2027, the plant will treat 90,000 tonnes of domestic and commercial food
13/05/2026
Uisce Éireann has commenced significant infrastructure works this week to replace more than 250m of deteriorating water mains in Athenry.
The project focuses on several key areas, including Barrack Street, Abbey Row, Caheroyn Road, and the Crescent. By replacing these ageing pipes, the utility prov
13/05/2026
Coffey has broken ground on the Roscommon Town Centre Public Realm Enhancement Project, marking a significant step in plans to create a safer, more accessible and more sustainable town centre for residents, businesses and visitors.
The programme will reshape key streets and spaces to prioritise act
13/05/2026
BAM brought together suppliers, subcontractors, clients and industry partners in Ireland for a dedicated supply chain engagement event, acknowledging the crucial role partners play in delivering projects across the region.
The gathering was designed to share strategic priorities, strengthen relatio
13/05/2026
SSE Airtricity, a leading energy supplier in Northern Ireland, has teamed up with Activ8 Solar Energies to roll out a funded solar initiative for businesses across the island of Ireland, valued at up to £170 million. The programme enables companies to install on-site solar systems without any initia
13/05/2026
Fingal County Council has confirmed that, following planning approval at the Council meeting on 11 May 2026, the long-anticipated community swimming pool in Balbriggan is moving towards construction, marking a major milestone for the town and the wider North Fingal area.
The approved plans set out
13/05/2026
Cork City Council has purchased the historic Counting House complex on South Main Street for €35 million plus VAT, paving the way for it to become the new Cork City Public Library.
The deal was supported by the Department of Housing, Local Government and Heritage and the Government's Towns and Citi
13/05/2026
Ards and North Down Borough Council has introduced the Freshen Up Grant, a key element of its Supporting Thriving High Streets Programme, to improve the appearance of shopfronts across priority town and city centre locations.
Funded by the Department for Communities and supported by the Council, th
12/05/2026
Northern Ireland's maritime businesses are being encouraged to explore a substantial UK Government funding stream aimed at driving innovation and decarbonisation within the sector. The Department of Agriculture, Environment and Rural Affairs (DAERA) is highlighting the opportunities available throug
12/05/2026
Civil engineering specialist GRAHAM has successfully completed a £3.2m project to deliver a new Wastewater Treatment Works for Monea village, situated just outside Enniskillen. Acting as the principal contractor for NI Water, GRAHAM led the construction of the facility over a two-year period to upgr
12/05/2026
NIE Networks and SONI have set out a draft Joint Digitalisation Strategy and opened a public consultation to gather views from people and organisations across Northern Ireland.
The draft outlines a common vision and guiding principles, groups priorities under four shared digital themes, and describ
12/05/2026
A comprehensive report detailing the findings of the Housing Delivery Forum has been officially published by Galway City Council, Galway County Council, and the Department of Housing, Local Government and Heritage. The document stems from a high-level summit held on 12 November 2025, which was facil
12/05/2026
Uisce Éireann is continuing progress on the Celbridge to Newcastle water mains replacement project, a vital scheme aimed at improving supply reliability and reducing the high frequency of bursts and leaks in the regional network.
As part of the ongoing infrastructure works, residents and businesses
12/05/2026
Galway-headquartered construction firm Coffey has been awarded the contract for the South Kilworth Sewage Treatment Works (STW) project in Leicestershire. The works are part of Severn Trent’s AMP8 investment programme and are aimed at improving permit compliance and addressing issues related to dry-
12/05/2026
An Coimisiún Pleanála has granted planning permission for the development of Glenora Wind Farm in North Mayo. The project, a 50:50 partnership between SSE Renewables and FuturEnergy Ireland, is situated approximately 7km southwest of Ballycastle and 6km southeast of Belderrig.
The proposed site wil
12/05/2026
The Minister for Culture, Communications and Sport, Patrick O'Donovan TD, has officially launched a second public consultation regarding the implementation of the Gigabit Infrastructure Act (GIA). This latest phase focuses on establishing the specific technical standards required to ensure that new
11/05/2026
Dún Laoghaire‑Rathdown County Council has signed contracts with Evara to deliver 205 new social homes at Grand Parade Place in Cherrywood. The scheme, on Council‑owned land, is among several being advanced through the Competitive Dialogue approach, which partners the Council with industr
11/05/2026
The Health and Safety Authority (HSA) and the Health and Safety Executive Northern Ireland (HSENI) are mounting a coordinated All‑Island Concrete Block Making Safety Inspection Campaign, their first joint quarry safety initiative. Over two weeks from Monday, 11 May, inspectors from both jurisd
11/05/2026
Construction leaders gathered this week for a pioneering conference exploring practical steps the sector can take to embed a zero-tolerance approach to violence against women and girls.
The Construction Employers Federation (CEF) partnered with WOMEN'STEC and Construction Futures to deliver Buildin
11/05/2026
NI Water has completed a £3.2m Wastewater Treatment Works to enhance services for the community of Monea, outside Enniskillen. Construction began in 2024 and continued for almost two years. The investment will accommodate increased development well into the future while delivering economic and envir
11/05/2026
Limerick City and County Council has formally appointed an integrated design team to lead the redevelopment of the former Bank of Ireland building in Rathkeale, Co Limerick. The protected landmark on the town's Main Street will be repurposed to meet future community needs. The team will first prepar
11/05/2026
Construction companies across Great Britain can now access a new programme focused on suicide prevention and mental health awareness, developed by Barratt and David Wilson Homes in partnership with Scottish Action for Mental Health (SAMH) and supported by the Construction Industry Training Board (CI
11/05/2026
Minister for Housing, Local Government and Heritage, James Browne TD, has announced that a simplified Building Energy Rating (BER) scale for non-residential buildings will be introduced on 24 May 2026. This move follows similar changes for residential properties and is a requirement of the European
11/05/2026
No new wind farms were approved by An Coimisiún Pleanála in the first quarter of 2026, according to the latest quarterly planning report from Wind Energy Ireland. This represents a significant decline compared to the same period in 2025, when seven projects totalling 402 MW received the green light.
08/05/2026
Belfast Harbour has made a further upgrade to its port infrastructure with the delivery of a new £4.5m mobile bulk crane that will operate at Stormont Wharf.
The Liebherr LHM 550, which landed last week, forms part of £208m committed to Developing & Improving the Port under the five‑year 'Adv
08/05/2026
Minister for Rural and Community Development and the Gaeltacht, Dara Calleary TD, visited County Cavan today, Thursday 7 May 2026, to officially open several key community and recreation facilities. The projects, funded by his Department, aim to bolster local tourism, economic development, and commu
08/05/2026
Uisce Éireann has confirmed that approval has been granted for a constructed wetland wastewater treatment plant in Grangemockler, Co. Tipperary.
The facility is a nature-based system designed to resemble and operate like a natural wetland. It will provide a treatment process that significantly cuts
08/05/2026
Infrastructure Minister Liz Kimmins has officially launched a recruitment process to appoint a panel of Independent Inspectors to support the planning system. The move is part of a project funded by the Public Sector Transformation fund, designed to drive reform across the public sector.
Under the
08/05/2026
The Minister for Housing, Local Government and Heritage, James Browne TD, has highlighted a significant shift in social housing delivery, as local authorities increasingly adopt the Design and Build (D&B) contract model. Under this approach, local authorities provide preliminary designs while the co
08/05/2026
The Minister for Climate, Energy and the Environment, Darragh O'Brien, has presented a Memo to Cabinet detailing the ongoing work of the National Energy Affordability Taskforce (NEAT). The update focused on the taskforce’s expanded scope and governance as it addresses energy affordability challenges
08/05/2026
Rapid International Ltd has recently sold Breedon Ireland a Rapidmix RMX400CW continuous mixing plant for the Adare Bypass project. This investment supports the delivery of a major infrastructure scheme requiring high volumes of accurately mixed, precision-bound materials.
As Ireland accelerates in
08/05/2026
DAERA Minister Andrew Muir has welcomed a £1.65 million investment from his department, distributed to 1,029 rural voluntary and community sector organisations through the 2025/26 Rural Micro Capital Grant Scheme (RMCGS).
The scheme provides capital grants ranging from £500 to £2,000, allowing rura
07/05/2026
The Land Development Agency (LDA) has entered into a partnership with Harcourt Developments to deliver 253 new homes at Park West Pointe in Dublin 12. The project, situated between Park West Avenue and Park West Road, is being funded through the LDA's Project Tosaigh initiative, which provides finan
07/05/2026
A new short documentary film commissioned by construction firm Gilbert-Ash has made its Belfast debut at the Queen's Film Theatre (QFT). Titled Building Culture, the film explores five landmark projects that have been shortlisted for the prestigious Royal Institute of British Architects' (RIBA) Stir
07/05/2026
Uisce Éireann has announced the successful completion of a 1km water mains replacement project at The Haw in Lifford. Delivered by Farrans, the project focused on a stretch of the N15 to address historic leakage issues and enhance the quality of water provided to local residents and businesses.
In
07/05/2026
Infrastructure Minister Liz Kimmins has confirmed a £750,000 carriageway resurfacing scheme on the A2 Warrenpoint Road dual carriageway in Newry will begin on Friday 8 May 2026.
The project covers 2.1 kilometres of the Newry-bound carriageway, running from near the Old Warrenpoint Road junction to
07/05/2026
EirGrid, the developer and operator of the national electricity grid, has announced a significant update regarding the Fingal to East Meath Grid Reinforcement Project. The initiative aims to modernize energy infrastructure in one of Ireland's most rapidly expanding regions.
The project centres on t
07/05/2026
NI Water has briefed Ards and North Down Borough Council on the significant investment challenges currently facing water and wastewater infrastructure. During a recent presentation, senior representatives detailed the essential projects currently active within the borough while highlighting the fund
07/05/2026
Cleaver Fulton Rankin has announced the expansion of its Planning and Environment team with the addition of two solicitors. The firm has appointed Orla Kelly as Associate Director. Ms Kelly is a specialist in planning and environmental law with more than a decade of experience providing legal counse
07/05/2026
Construction projects involve a wide range of activities that take place above ground level, including installation work, structural repairs, electrical work, and façade maintenance, which means that working at height remains one of the most consistent safety risks across construction sites of all s
06/05/2026
Uisce Éireann has confirmed that construction will begin next month on a significant water mains replacement project in West Roscommon. The infrastructure scheme will see the installation of over 5km of new, modern water piping to replace a network that has long been plagued by age-related bursts an
06/05/2026
Pagabo has initiated an open tender process for its most ambitious procurement vehicle to date: the National Framework for Civil Engineering, Infrastructure and Enabling Works 2026. Set for a September launch, the framework carries an estimated value of £4.15bn and will operate for four years.
The
06/05/2026
GRAHAM has enjoyed a standout year at the Considerate Constructors Scheme (CCS) National Site Awards 2026, with a series of projects praised for going above and beyond to benefit local communities and raise standards across the industry.
The CCS drives higher benchmarks through its Code of Consider
06/05/2026
A significant resurfacing scheme is set to begin on Seymour Gardens in Derry, covering a 320-metre stretch of the route. The project will see the application of new asphalt from the junction with Sperrin Park extending toward the junction with Kinsale Park.
Minister Kimmins welcomed the start of th
06/05/2026
A £210 million building programme has led to 1,765 new social housing starts across Northern Ireland during the 2025/26 period. This represents a 17% rise in delivery compared to the previous year, following what has been described as the largest ever investment in the Social Housing Development Pro
06/05/2026
A new phase of the civic space at Saltwater Square has opened to the public, marking another milestone in the city's transport‑led regeneration. The centrepiece is Reflections, a striking nine‑metre‑high sculpture designed by Golden Thread Gallery following Translink's extensive en
06/05/2026
Limerick City and County Council has officially entered into a construction contract with M Fitzgibbon Contractors Ltd for a upcoming social housing project located at Barnakyle, Patrickswell, Co. Limerick.
The project, which represents an investment of €8.263 million via the Social Housing Investm
06/05/2026
Uisce Éireann is moving forward with a project to replace damaged and outdated water mains connecting Celbridge and Newcastle. To facilitate the upcoming stage of this infrastructure upgrade, a temporary road closure has been announced for Celbridge to ensure the safety of the workforce and the publ
05/05/2026
The redevelopment of University Hospital Galway (UHG) has reached a key milestone with the appointment of a Design Team to deliver two new inpatient ward blocks, marking the first two phases of an extensive upgrade of the campus.
Following an open competition, Perkins & Will, working with Cullen Pa
05/05/2026
The Land Development Agency (LDA), working with Dublin City Council (DCC), has opened a public consultation for Phase 2 of the Donore Project, marking the next step in regenerating Dublin's south inner city around Donore Avenue.
Located on the former St. Teresa's Gardens site in Dublin 8, the wider
05/05/2026
Construction firm Henry Brothers, headquartered in Magherafelt, has been selected to deliver a £10.3 million Joint Asset Workshop and Stores at Darby House in Wellingborough, commissioned by Northamptonshire Police, Fire and Crime Commissioner Danielle Stone.
The scheme, due to complete in June 202
05/05/2026
Farrans' Enoch Hill Wind Farm project for client RWE has received a Gold Award at the Considerate Constructor Scheme's National Awards, recognising its 'outstanding' adherence to the Scheme's code criteria.
The CCS National Awards celebrate sites, organisations and individuals that demonstrate exce
05/05/2026
NIE Networks has appointed Helen Sullivan as its new Chief People and Culture Officer, with responsibility for Human Resources, Learning and Culture, Health and Safety, and Communications and Engagement.
Sullivan joins from PwC, where she spent more than 25 years, most recently serving as Global Di
05/05/2026
Infrastructure Minister Liz Kimmins has begun a public engagement process on the emerging route options to upgrade the A5 Western Transport Corridor between Newbuildings and Sion Mills (Section 1).
A previously identified preferred route for this section is now being reviewed due to the passage of
05/05/2026
Causeway Coast and Glens Borough Council has completed the refurbishment of the Station Square skatepark zone in Portrush, with the facility now fully operational for public use. The upgrade project focused on modernising the well-established hub to better serve local and visiting skateboarders.
Th
05/05/2026
EirGrid has opened recruitment for a newly created Managing Director of Offshore, a senior leadership position expected to be pivotal to Ireland's energy transition.
At the core of Ireland's electricity system, EirGrid keeps power supplies safe, secure and resilient for homes, communities and busin
05/05/2026
Limerick City and County Council has formally appointed an integrated design team, led by Architects Cotter and Naessens, to restore the 16th-century Merchant's House in Kilmallock, Co. Limerick, with planning preparation targeted for 2027.
The signing marks a major step in conserving and reactivat
05/05/2026
Economy Minister Dr Caoimhe Archibald has officially opened a new £4 million sports complex at Stranmillis University College, marking a major enhancement to the institution's campus. The project, largely funded by the Department for the Economy, provides modern infrastructure to support teacher tra
01/05/2026
Uisce Éireann, alongside Minister for Housing, Local Government and Heritage, James Browne TD, has officially marked the completion of the €114 million Athlone Main Drainage Scheme. This transformative project represents one of the largest wastewater infrastructure investments ever undertaken in Ire
01/05/2026
Uisce Éireann has announced the completion of essential upgrade works on the water network in Doonbeg, providing a more resilient and dependable supply for local residents and businesses. The project is designed to support the daily needs of the community while ensuring the smooth operation of local
01/05/2026
The Southern Regional Assembly is inviting people in Cork and across the Southern Region to share their views as it begins the review of the Regional Spatial and Economic Strategy (RSES) and the Metropolitan Area Strategic Plans (MASPs) for Cork, Limerick and Waterford.
A local public consultation
01/05/2026
The project team behind NI Water's Moyola to Mullaghboy Trunk Main Project has been honoured with a Silver award from the Considerate Constructors Scheme (CCS). The accolade recognises the team's commitment to being "good neighbours" throughout the delivery of a significant water infrastructure impr
01/05/2026
The Health and Safety Authority (HSA), working with the Construction Safety Partnership Advisory Committee (CSPAC), has launched the Safe Plan of Action (SPA) — a practical, single‑page planning tool designed to help construction crews prepare to work safely and prevent incidents before they o
01/05/2026
The Lord Mayor of Dublin has welcomed new housing data showing substantial progress in the delivery of homes across Dublin Central. The figures for the first quarter of the year highlight the region as a primary driver for housing completions in Ireland.
According to the latest statistics, the Nort
01/05/2026
Having visited affected communities with An Taoiseach and An Tánaiste, the Minister said, "I saw first-hand the devastation that this event caused to people, businesses and communities". For many, this was not the first time they had experienced flooding, and in places including Enniscorthy, Arklow
01/05/2026
GRAHAM has launched its comprehensive ESG strategy, 'Constructing with Purpose', placing ethical conduct and accountability at the heart of its business model.
The strategy is built on the principle that integrity should underpin every decision made by the firm, from internal governance to how it e
01/05/2026
Galway City Council has welcomed €170,000 in funding from the national Historic Structures Fund 2026 to undertake roof works at No.45 and No.47 Dominick Street Lower, the long-standing homes of Áras na nGael and Galway Arts Centre.
Michael Scott, Executive Architectural Conservation Officer, Galway
01/05/2026
The synergy and cross-brand sales and marketing opportunities arising at the UK operations of McHale Plant Sales and their McHale Komatsu affiliate, on foot of their appointments as UK distributors for Komatsu and Metso equipment, was a focus of discussion at a recent meeting of directors held in Ir
