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CONSTRUCTION DIRECTORY
Ireland Construction News Archive for April 2019
30/04/2019
Belfast International Airport's departure lounge is set to get a major facelift with a new collection of food and drink destinations. The new Northern QTR will include a renovated Fed and Watered along with Coco Diablo Mexican Cantina and the popular all-Ireland brand Chopped. The main feature of
30/04/2019
Labour Party leader Brendan Howlin TD has urged the government to move forward with a Green New Deal in 2019. Speaking at the Irish Congress of Trade Unions conference on Building a Just Transition, in Tullamore, Co Offaly, Mr Howlin also called for the establishment of the Just Transition Task Fo
30/04/2019
Northern Ireland construction firm Graham has completed work on the first phase of a major upgrade project at the Port of Southampton. The contractor delivered the first phase of the £12 million project, which saw the port's largest terminal improved on the quayside with 18 new 150 tonne bollards r
30/04/2019
A new €5 million social housing development is moving forward in Miltown Malbay, Co Clare, with construction expected to begin next year. Clare County Council announced the consultants appointed to the design team, comprising Hassett Leyden Flynn (Architects), P. Coleman & Associates (Civil & Stru
30/04/2019
Work has commenced on a €7 million upgrade to the Glenamaddy sewerage scheme in County Galway. This project forms part of Irish Water's work with Galway County Council to safeguard the wastewater infrastructure throughout the region. Ward and Burke will deliver the Glenamaddy works, which involv
30/04/2019
The government has been slammed for its decision to deny public access to 15 acres of green space after the completion of the Stillorgan Reservoir project. The initial decision to grant planning permission in 2017 required Irish Water to provide green open space with public access. However, Irish
30/04/2019
The loss of social homes in Dublin's Docklands area is continuing after it was revealed Dublin City Council will not secure homes in three local developments. The council had expected to land homes in the Bolands Mill, No 6, or No 8 Hanover Quay developments, which would have brought 20 new social
30/04/2019
Irish Rail is set to invest £1 million to upgrade the Ballina Freight Yard in County Mayo. This investment will allow work to begin on site later this year, increasing the role of Ballina's freight yard in the district. Director of Services at Mayo County Council with responsibility for the Ball
30/04/2019
Irish Water has joined forces with Cork University Hospital to help support its Green Campus initiative. The utility joined for a water awareness day where conservation specialists met with staff to discuss ways to save water. The team handed out four-minute shower timers to encourage people to
30/04/2019
CITB NI has launched a free training programme aimed at new or existing construction site operatives. The programme is aimed at helping fill skills gaps and shortages in the industry. A total of 15 site operatives will be selected and trained in 25 skill areas over three modules essential for th
29/04/2019
NI contractor Graham has been appointed to deliver fit-out schemes at three new Next stores across the UK and Ireland. The firm will fit out a store at The Quays Shopping Centre, Newry, and Arnotts in Dublin. The remaining project will be delivered in Scotland at Stirling's Thistles Shopping Centr
29/04/2019
Plans have been proposed to deliver a series of efficient improvements to Barnesmore Windfarm in County Donegal. The upgrades on the Donegal Town wind farm would see the site's 25 turbines repowered or replaced with a lesser number of new turbines. ScottishPower Renewables aims to deliver the up
29/04/2019
Cratloe Wood in County Limerick has won a 2019 National RDS forestry award. The Coillte wood was named the winner in the Multipurpose Forestry category, which is open to individuals and organisations that are expanding or developing existing or new forest habitats through natural and environmentall
29/04/2019
A new primary school is to be built in Ashbourne, County Meath, to help address the lack of education spaces in the local area. Minister for Education and Skills Joe McHugh announced the 16-classroom building will open its doors to students in September 2019. Welcoming the news, Minister for Eur
29/04/2019
The National Asssociation of Shopfitters (NAS) has strengthened its senior team with the appointment of a new President and Vice President. The association, which represents the interests of almost 250 interior fit-out contractors throughout Britain and Northern Ireland, announced the appointments
29/04/2019
A €2.5 million expansion project at Shamrock Rovers' Tallaght Stadium has helped the club reach a new key milestone. The upgrades, which saw the Dublin stadium increase its capacity to 8,000, allowed a new attendance record to be set last week. Approximately 6,414 fans turned out for the local de
29/04/2019
Ringsend Wastewater Treatment Plant in Dublin is set to undergo major upgrades to improve the water quality in the area. The Ringsend Wastewater Treatment Plant treats approximately 40% of Ireland's public wastewater. It is operating over capacity and is not in compliance with the EU's Urban Waste
29/04/2019
A total of 4,248 forest owners have been boosted this week with the arrival of their annual forest premium payments. The successful owners secured a total of €15.4 million after applying for the payment via a paper based application system. Announcing the premium payments, Andrew Doyle T.D., Min
29/04/2019
A series of water main improvements are moving forward in Cork city ahead of completion later this year. Irish Water's contractor Coffey Northumbrian began work on the project in the Turner's Cross area in November 2018. The work aims to replace 4.8km of old water mains that are leaking and more l
29/04/2019
Carryduff Play Park has reopened following a number of refurbishments through Lisburn & Castlereagh City Council (LCCC)'s investment programme. The council is investing £620,000 into redeveloping six local play areas. Alderman Paul Porter, Chairman of the council's Leisure & Community Development
26/04/2019
A £220,000 carriageway resurfacing scheme on the Glen Road, Comber will commence on Monday 29 April 2019. The resurfacing work, which will extend a distance of approximately 920 metres and includes 600 metres of footway, will deliver significant improvements to both the structural integrity and sur
26/04/2019
A £85,000 carriageway resurfacing scheme on Aghalee Road, Aghagallon will commence on Tuesday 30 April 2019. The resurfacing works will extend a distance of approximately 750 metres from the 30mph speed limits at Aghagallon village to Rock Lane and will deliver significant improvements to both the
26/04/2019
The National Directorate for Fire and Emergency Management (NDFEM) Severe Weather Team in the Department of Housing, Planning and Local Government have been monitoring, with Met Éireann, Storm Hannah as it moves towards Ireland. The current Met Éireann forecast indicates that, as Storm Hannah appro
26/04/2019
A new Peatlands Community Engagement Scheme has been announced by the Minister for Culture, Heritage and the Gaeltacht, Josepha Madigan. The new Scheme aims to encourage local communities, groups, schools and interested parties to engage with the Department in relation to the conservation of raised
26/04/2019
GRAHAM has picked up a string of honours at this year's national Considerate Constructors Scheme (CCS) Awards in recognition of their impact on considerate construction and for improving the image of the industry. With four Gold Awards, two Runner-up positions (Most Considerate Site) and six Bronze
26/04/2019
ESB is once again opening the gates of the historic Ardnacrusha Power Station to schools and the general public for a unique visitor experience into Ireland's first national hydro-electric station in Co Clare. The decision to run the tours this summer is based on the popularity of both school and p
25/04/2019
A £200,000 carriageway resurfacing scheme on the Crawfordsburn Road, Newtownards will commence on Monday 29 April 2019. The resurfacing work will extend a distance of approximately 650 metres, including 280 metres of footway, and will deliver significant improvements to both the structural integrit
25/04/2019
As part of the 2019 Team Limerick Clean-up 23 staff from Irish Cement's factory in Limerick collected 54 bags of litter from the roadside verges around the neighbourhood. Now in its 5th year, this annual Good Friday clean-up saw 21,000 volunteers from Residents Associations, Community Groups, Sport
25/04/2019
Irish Water has submitted a planning application to Wexford County Council for the replacement of the raw water intake structure at Clonhaston, County Wexford. The proposed development will see the following works taking place, the construction and operation of a new raw water intake to abstract w
25/04/2019
Irish-owned pitch manufacturing company, SIS Pitches, has invested €2 million (£1.8 million) in a new turf production facility, safeguarding more than 50 jobs, and creating an additional 15 positions by 2022. Despite the uncertainty facing businesses through Brexit, SIS Pitches has re-affirmed its
25/04/2019
NI Water has said that it is "delighted" to be acknowledged for their commitment to advancing gender diversity in the work place by receiving the Bronze Gender Diversity Charter Mark Award. Diversity Mark NI Ltd was set up by Women in Business to deliver the Charter Mark. It is the first of its kin
25/04/2019
The Lagan Aviation & Infrastructure Team are due to begin a Runway Rehabilitation and Arrestor beds Project following the handover of Runway 07-25 from the RAF at Northolt. The Runway was handed over by Wing Commander Simon Firth and Squadron Leader Andrew Edgecombe to mark the start of the projec
25/04/2019
Ready mix concrete firm, RTU, has announced that work has begun on the new Plant A upgrade. A new base for the plant has been poured with over 45m3 of C40 Concrete and using our steel fibres for reinforcement to minimise downtime. The upgrade will further increase the company's operational capacit
25/04/2019
The Fine Gael led government has been accused of not delivering for rural Ireland. Fianna Fáil spokesperson on Rural, Community, and Gaeltacht Affairs and Party Deputy Leader Dara Calleary TD has said a number of parliamentary questions reveal that over €60million is unspent to date on rural scheme
24/04/2019
A new bridge is set to be installed in Cork city next month, connecting Patricks Quay and Merchants Quay. The 165-tonne structure, named Mary Elmes Bridge, will be used by up to 11,000 people each day. The pedestrian and cycle bridge was fabricated by Thompsons of Carlow. It will be transporte
24/04/2019
Engineers Ireland has extended South Dublin County Council's status as a CPD Accredited Employer until November 2021. The local authority has been CPD accredited since 2008. Continuing Professional Development (CPD) is a timely professional updating. It is the process of lifelong learning for pro
24/04/2019
A number of refurbishment works are set to get underway on a boardwalk in Enniskillen, County Fermanagh. The £180,000 project will see the replacement and improvement of the existing timber structure, which runs beneath Inis Ceithleann and East Bridges. The boardwalk forms part of the proposed na
24/04/2019
Martin's Construction has agreed a €3 million contract to deliver new homes in Limerick. The contractor will build 11 two-storey homes and a three-storey block incorporating two apartments on the Waller's Well site on Roxboro Road. There will also be a new site access road constructed from the R
24/04/2019
A Labour Senator has called for clarity on new relaxed rules surrounding height restrictions for housing which were introduced late last year. The new height restrictions were launched in December 2018 by Housing Minister Eoghan Murphy. Senator Kevin Humphreys has called on Minister Murphy to sh
24/04/2019
Irish Water is proposing a series of structural upgrades to the raw water intake at Clonhaston in County Wexford. A planning application has been submitted for the works, which include the construction and operation of a new raw water intake to abstract water from the River Slaney, the construction
23/04/2019
Rural schemes across Ireland have seen an underspend of over €60 million in the last two years. In response to parliamentary questions from Fianna Fáil Deputy Leader Dara Calleary TD, it was revealed that funds allocated from rural schemes in 2017 and 2018 suffered from a significant underspend. Th
23/04/2019
A series of essential refurbishments are set to be delivered at the Limerick City Gallery of Art (LCGA) over the next few weeks. The gallery will be closed to the public for the next seven weeks until Monday 04 June to accommodate the work. Local firm Collins Construction will complete the proje
23/04/2019
Northern-Ireland construction firm Henry Brothers has garnered major industry recognition for its Maghaberry site in County Antrim. The company's site was presented with the Silver Considerate Constructors Scheme 2019 National Site Award in Plaisterers Hall, London. The development of a new £52
23/04/2019
A Fine Gael General Election candidate in Wexford has been criticised after claiming there was no homelessness crisis in the county. Appearing on the Tonight Show, the candidate said housing was not the major issue in Co Wexford, which was met with anger by opposing parties. Fianna Fáil European
23/04/2019
The Land Development Agency (LDA) has confirmed an interest in acquiring Mullingar's Columb Barracks site for development. Minister for Defence Paul Kehoe informed a Labour representative that his Department has received the interest and begun the necessary background work for an application. He a
23/04/2019
NI Water has expanded its volunteering programme with a new community-led initiative. The utility's new scheme, Little Ripples, gives staff the opportunity to pitch for their local charity or community group to receive volunteering support and funding. Rose Kelly, who created the Little Ripples p
18/04/2019
Hillsborough Castle has reopened today, 18 April, after an extensive refurbishment project was completed on the historic site. The £20 million works were delivered to open the site to the widest possible audience and offer the best possible visitor experience. The castle was built in the 18th ce
18/04/2019
Up to £2 billion of investment in regeneration and commercial property development has been completed, is underway or is in planning, Belfast City Council has said, more than doubling its original £1bn target. Speaking at a 'MIPIM 2019 Wrap Up' event at the Belfast Harbour Commissioners' Office, Su
18/04/2019
Komatsu's latest Intelligent Control excavator has been officially launched in Ireland. After debuting at the Bauma exhibition, distributor McHale Plant Sales of Birdhill and Rathcoole is bringing the PC360LCi-11 excavator to Irish buyers. The new product has been recognised as bringing benchmar
18/04/2019
An archaeological dig is set to take place at a park in County Down this summer. Work will be carried out at Moira Demesne to help excavate the possible remains of Moira Castle from 07-17 May. It is being coordinated by the Irish Linen Centre & Lisburn Museum, giving volunteers the opportunity to
18/04/2019
Work is progressing on a new MUGA pitch in the village of Ballycarry in County Antrim. The scheme, which is being completed under the Village Renewal Programme, is on track for completion in June 2019. The pitch is part of over £1.27 million being invested in 17 villages across Mid and East Antr
18/04/2019
Irish Water is to present its plans to build a new main in Howth, County Dublin, at an upcoming information evening. The utility aims to construct a new 6km water main from the Bayside to the existing Howth Reservoir (Drumgriffen) which will benefit homes and businesses in the area. Works will inc
17/04/2019
Northern Ireland's famous hospitality provider Galgorm Collection is set to introduce a new luxury hotel and restaurant in Belfast. Plans have been approved by Belfast City Council for the new £8 million development, which will also include a bar. Adding to the award-winning Galgorm Spa & Golf R
17/04/2019
Ireland forestry company Coillte has been boosted with additional funding for the delivery of its national mountain-bike (MTB) centres. Support has been secured from the Rural Regeneration and and Development Fund to complete the remaining phases on the centres at Coolaney, Ballinastoe, Ballyhoura
17/04/2019
Work is set to get underway on a £1.8 million refurbishment scheme at Dungannon Leisure Centre. The centre, which was last refurbished in the 1990s, will undergo extensive works to give the facility a brand new look and allow it to offer numerous leisure opportunities in a modern environment. Th
17/04/2019
The government is continuing to stall on a special fund to allow Credit Unions to invest in social housing, according to new information obtained in parliament. Minister of State at the Department of Housing, Planning and Local Government, Damien English TD said a Special Purpose Vehicle (SPV) off
17/04/2019
A series of water mains improvements are underway in the village of Lettermore in County Galway. Irish Water is replacing over 1.2 kilometres of problematic water mains along the R374, between the cross bridge at Lettermore and Muintearas, Murvagh Island. These form part of the utility's €500 milli
17/04/2019
Fianna Fáil has hit out the government after information revealed that almost 3,000 houses were bought through cuckoo funds in 2018. The party's Deputy Leader, Dara Calleary TD has called for a review of the laws to give a greater opportunity to first time buyers on the housing market. Deputy Ca
16/04/2019
Northern Ireland firm Lagan Aviation & Infrastructure has commenced work on a major resurfacing project at RAF's Northolt military airfield in London. The company is completing a series of upgrades to the existing runway and drainage under a £23 million contract on behalf of the Defence Infrastruc
16/04/2019
The International Energy Agency (IEA) has called on Ireland to focus on urgent measures to reduce carbon emissions in its latest review. In the IEA 2019 Review of Ireland's Energy Policies published yesterday, 15 April, the country was recognised as having the third highest share of wind generated
16/04/2019
The government has been called to prevent more rising costs on the National Children's Hospital project. The facillity has risen in cost from an estimated €800 million in 2014 to today's price-tag of €1.73 billion. A recent PWC report also found that the final cost of the building could even excee
16/04/2019
Four new categories have been introduced to mark the 20th anniversary of Northern Ireland's CEF/Specify Construction Excellence Awards. The awards celebrate entries from all CEF member companies, including affiliate members. This year's roster will include new prizes for Building in Use, Multiple
16/04/2019
An Irish Water team has been deployed to repair a major water leak in Galway city. The leak was reported on the Headford Road on Sunday 14 April, causing disruption to the local water network. Repairs were carried out on the network yesterday, 15 April, with a traffic management in place all day
16/04/2019
Working in a historical context where the architecture of the past is still very much present under the surface of a site, landscape architects are often faced with the question of whether they should restore the existing or rather bring the conceptual to realisation. Through the passage of time C
15/04/2019
ENGIE has named a new CEO for its UK & Ireland business. The company's Divisional CEO for Business Energy and Services, Nicola Lovett, will assume the role from 01 May 2019. Working with ENGIE since 2013, Nicola has led on delivering innovative customer-led solutions and technologies to thousand
15/04/2019
Funding has been requested from the Department of Transport, Tourism, and Sport to restore roads in Monaghan's Knocknacran and Drumgossat townlands which were affected by a mine collapse last year. A disused mine collapsed at Mageracloone GAA club pitch in September 2018, causing sinkholes and res
15/04/2019
The government has been urged to provide €3.5 million to reopen Killucan railway station in Co Westmeath. Labour's Willie Penrose TD called for support from the Rural Regeneration Fund to help boost rural transport in the area. Speaking to the Minister for Rural and Community Affairs, Michael Ri
15/04/2019
Northern Ireland-based construction products manufacturer Acheson & Glover Limited (AGL) is setting its sights on further company growth as it revealed a 19% increase in turnover. In the firm's latest set of accounts which cover the nine-month period to December 2018, pre tax profit also rose from
15/04/2019
A series of water mains upgrades are underway in the Ardpatrick area of Limerick. The Irish Water scheme will see 5.4km of old water mains replaced with modern, high density polyethylene (plastic) pipes along the R512 between Ballingaddy Catholic Church and St Patricks Church. The works will lead
15/04/2019
A bridge in Lisnaskea, County Fermanagh, is set to undergo a major £350,000 replacement programme. The scheme will see the existing masonry arch of Majors Bridge replaced, along with upgrades like the widening of the carriageway and provision of a new cycle path and footway. Work will get underwa
15/04/2019
NI Water has transformed Luke's Point Pumping Station in Bangor with a new mural. The site was improved with artwork in order to combat continuing graffiti incidents. It promotes a serious theme with the "Refill Free, Clean the Sea" strapline which encourages people to refill their re-usable bot
15/04/2019
Since 2004 IIS Ltd has been helping companies in Ireland and the UK look their best. Specialising in fitout, refurbishment & construction, design & build and retail, our team has been there with clients as staff, visitors and customers take their first steps into great new spaces we've helped create
12/04/2019
A new state-of-the-art transport hub has been delivered in the Colin area of west Belfast, significantly boosting accessibility to the city centre. Northern Ireland-based construction firm FORRME completed work on the project, which involved the redevelopment a former greenfield site. The Colin C
12/04/2019
A number of significant restrictions are to be introduced to short term letting across Ireland after the Housing Committee voted in favour of changes to planning laws. Outlining the approved changes, Sinn Féin's Eoin Ó Broin TD said: "Under the new measures, which were approved to today, if you ar
12/04/2019
A major €28 million water supply scheme has been launched in Skibbereen, Co Cork. The project will improve water quality and security of supply for approximately 7,000 people in the areas of Skibbereen, Drimoleague, Schull, Leap and Sherkin Island. Minister of State Jim Daly joined Irish Water an
12/04/2019
ARC21 and the Becon consortium have submitted revised documentation in support of their planning application for the Hightown Incinerator near Glengormley. The £300m project at Hightown Quarry is being revisited after approval was overturned in the courts in July 2018. Sinn Féin's South Antrim ML
12/04/2019
Irish Water is progressing its Leakage Reduction Programme across County Donegal as the utility prepares to repair ageing water mains in Dunwiley, Stranorlar. More than 14km problematic water mains have already been replaced across the county to improve security of supply and reduce high levels of
12/04/2019
A further stage of consultation is underway on plans to redevelop Prehen Boathouse in L'Derry. Following a successful event last month at the Loughs Agency, Derry City and Strabane District Council are encouraging members of the public to take part in an online survey. The Prehen Boathouse provi
11/04/2019
The Waterford North Quays and Michael Street developments have taken a huge step forward with the appointment of a number of key advisors. Falcon Real Estate Development Ireland, the company backing the major schemes, announced the leasing agency and design team for the project. Cushman & Wakefi
11/04/2019
Northern Ireland construction giant Graham has won a competitive contract with Oxford Brookes University. The firm will deliver the design and build of the new £18.1m interdisciplinary technology and creative industries building at the university's Headington Campus. The new building will replace
11/04/2019
Plans have been approved to build 3,500 homes on the Poolbeg peninsula in Dublin. The Poolbeg West development will also have a quarter of all properties earmarked for social and affordable housing. It will be located on 15 hectares of land, replacing the old Irish Bottle and Fabriza sites. Th
11/04/2019
Plans for the redevelopment of Phibsborough Shopping Centre in Dublin have suffered a major setback. According to reports, the project has been stalled due to a dispute between the developer and supermarket chain, Tesco. This redevelopment forms part of a larger regeneration of the Dublin 7 area.
11/04/2019
Northern Ireland-based Lagan Aviation & Infrastructure and Lagan Airport Maintenance have strengthened their position in the UK market with a new office in England. The aviation specialists have opened an office in Warrington, providing the team with a base to enhance growth in the North of Englan
11/04/2019
A €1.2 million project has been announced to develop a boardwalk in Mallow Bridge, Co Cork, in a bid to improve traffic flow in the area. The plans will see a boardwalk built on the western spandrel wall of the centuries-old bridge, which will allow for the removal of the pedestrian path and the a
10/04/2019
Work on Limerick's ongoing Great Southern Greenway has moved forward with €2.7 million funding from the Rural Regeneration Development Fund (RRDF). The project, described as a 'game-changer' for tourism in the west, progressed last week as contractors commenced the Barnagh Tunnel element of the sc
10/04/2019
A series of public realm upgrades are progressing in Portrush as the town prepares to welcome a global audience for this summer's major golf tournament, The 148th Open. This programme of work includes new granite paving, lighting columns and embellished railings along with contemporary benches and
10/04/2019
An application has been submitted to transform an area of undeveloped waste land in Wexford into a new 413-home residential space. The Park, Cancur site, north of Wexford town, has been zoned for residential development under the Wexford County Development Plan. It also provides an access opportuni
10/04/2019
A new manual has been launched to assist the development of vacant buildings across Ireland. 'Bringing Back Homes – Manual for the reuse of existing buildings' aims to help increase housing supply as well as rejuvenate town centres and city streets. Minister of State for Housing and Urban Develo
10/04/2019
A £500,000 project has been launched which will see improvements delivered to properties along the Abercorn Road in L'Derry. The facades of commercial and residential properties are being upgraded to improve the visual appearance and character of the local road. Karen Phillips, Director of Envir
10/04/2019
Work is set to begin on a major Flood Alleviation Project in the Ravenhill Avenue area of Belfast. Ground investigation works will commence on Monday 15 April on the Cregagh Road and run for one week. This will help prepare the area for the scheme, confirming the location of existing service and a
09/04/2019
The £105 million transformation of leisure services in Belfast is progressing with three new upgraded facilities set to bring 75 new permanent jobs to the local economy. The ongoing programme will invest in seven sites, the first of which saw the upgraded Olympia Leisure Centre and Spa open last y
09/04/2019
A state-of-the-art tennis dome facility in Lisburn's Wallace Park has been successfully restored after suffering severe damaged from Storm Ali in September 2018. The Lisburn & Castlereagh City Council (LCCC) facility was taken down due to the damage last year. The Wallace Park Tennis Dome was th
09/04/2019
Engineers Ireland is set to offer a new 12-month TU Dublin-accredited Diploma on its continuing professional development (CPD) course. The company is joining forces with NIBRT, the National Institute for Bioprocessing Research and Training, to offer the Level 9 programme entitled CPD Diploma in Pr
09/04/2019
The Oireachtas Housing committee is to consider a Bill that ensures water services remain in public ownership tomorrow, 10 April. The Water in Public Ownership Bill passed second stage of the Dáil and, despite reaching Committee Stage in March 2018, was postponed. Sinn Féin's Eoin Ó Broin TD has
09/04/2019
Chair of NI Water, Dr Leonard O'Hagan has extended his stay with the company after being appointed for a second term. The Department for Infrastructure extended Dr O'Hagan's appointment following an open competition for the role. This extension came into effect from 01 April 2019 and will run un
09/04/2019
A carpentry and joinery apprentice from specialist construction firm Mivan has secured second place at the Skillbuild NI Final for the second year running. Matthew Patterson, a Level 3 apprentice, competed in the 2019 regional final after winning the South Eastern Regional College's annual inter-c
08/04/2019
Irish Water has secured a top industry award for its Kerry Central Regional Water Treatment Scheme. The scheme, delivered in partnership with Kerry County Council, was named Civil Engineering Project of the Year 2019 at the Irish Construction Excellence Awards. The prestigious awards ceremony to
08/04/2019
A total of 15 proposals for forestry promotion are to be implemented over the next two years with a funding package of almost €830,000. The winning proposals were selected from 40 entries, all of which aimed to highlight the multifunctional benefits of forestry, promote planting of more trees and
08/04/2019
Northern Ireland-based contractor Farrans has upgraded a port on the east coast of Scotland. The firm delivered the first section of Berth 7 & 8 reconstruction project in Montrose. Despite harsh winter weather, the site team progressed the work successfully. The berth was in full use just 10 m
08/04/2019
A newly refurbished play park has opened in the Lisburn Castlereagh area, marking the third park to be upgraded in the district this year. Lambeg Play Park was opened as part of Lisburn & Castlereagh City Council’s (LCCC) £620,000 investment into redeveloping its local play areas. This follows th
08/04/2019
A number of amendments to the government's Residential Tenancies Bill are set to be voted on this Thursday, 11 April. Drafted by Sinn Féin, the amendments include the removal of the sale of the property as a reason for landlords to evict tenants, and the removal of the clause that allows a landlor
08/04/2019
A new €180,000 skateboard park is set to open in Newbridge, Co Kildare, almost 20 years since a campaign was first started for the facility. The skateboard park at Moorefield Park will be officially opened on Saturday 13 April at 10am. The project was completed with local councillors' allocation
05/04/2019
A number of high powered chargers are set to be rolled out nationally across the ESB ecars network as part of a €20 million investment. Environment Minister Richard Bruton announced the investment today, 05 April, declaring funds for more than 50 high power charging hubs and national road sites.
05/04/2019
A new €160 million medical technology facility is to be built in Castletroy, Limerick, doubling previous plans to invest €80m in the area. Global company Edwards Life Sciences announced its intention to build a larger plant, securing a huge investment for Limerick and creating up to 600 jobs. Th
05/04/2019
A construction milestone has been celebrated at TU Dublin's new Grangegorman campus. Staff from the GDA, TU Dublin, SISK FCC and representatives from the National Development Finance Agency attended a topping out ceremony on the East Quad Buildings. When complete these buildings will accommodate
05/04/2019
Northern Ireland firm FP McCann has deployed a number of its precast concrete solutions to support a major transformation project at Manchester Airport. Led by contractor Laing O'Rourke, the project will deliver an extension to Terminal 2, more than doubling its current size. The installation o
05/04/2019
The government and the Central Bank are set to meet today, 05 April, over the potential restart of the Rebuilding Ireland Home Loan Scheme. Labour's Jan O’Sullivan TD called on the government to help relaunch the scheme after the Central Bank confirmed it has no objections. Deputy O'Sullivan rai
05/04/2019
A €1.1 million wastewater network improvement project is progressing across County Offaly, with work scheduled to begin in Tullamore. A 6km section of the town's sewer network will be upgraded as part of the project. The works will address the structural defects in the antiquated wastewater netw
04/04/2019
A Bill has been blocked which would have made it illegal to evict families in buy-to-let properties on the grounds that the property is to be sold. Fianna Fáil and Fine Gael voted against the Bill for the second time in three years after a similar outcome in 2016. Author of the bill, Sinn Féin ho
04/04/2019
Retailers on the Buncrana Road in L'Derry are calling for changes to the proposed upgrade to the road in a bid to improve local access to their stores. Several traders on the major route have expressed concerns that the works will restrict customer access and affect their business. David Barber, R
04/04/2019
FP McCann has been appointed as the contractor for a £4 million development at Hillsborough Forest in County Down. The plans, led by Lisburn and Castlereagh City Council (LCCC), aim to upgrade the 200-acre forest into a new family attraction. Phase one of the project will include an accessible w
04/04/2019
A car park at Ballinrees Reservoir in Coleraine, Co L'Derry, is set to close amid public safety concerns. The facility on Windyhill Road will close due to inadequate sightlines coming out onto the road. NI Water described the closure as "unavoidable" after investigating options to improve the si
04/04/2019
Alliance have expressed concerns regarding plans for underground gas storage caverns in East Antrim, penning a letter to the Department of Agriculture, Environment and Rural Affairs. MLAs wrote to the Department, stating the proposals for Islandmagee could have 'a disastrous effect' on local marin
04/04/2019
The government has been urged to build a secondary school in Kinnegad, the third largest town in Westmeath. Local Labour TD Willie Penrose raised the issue again after recent years have seen the population grow to more than 3,000 in the immediate area. Minister for Education and Skills, Joe McHu
03/04/2019
A £4 million project is moving forward to transform Hillsborough Forest, County Down, into a natural recreational area. Lisburn and Castlereagh City Council (LCCC) is set to assume management responsibilities of the 200-acre forest and will lead the delivery of the new family attraction. Phase on
03/04/2019
Plans for a cycling route along the River Liffey in Dublin are finally moving forward seven years after they were first announced. Dublin City Council spent five years planning for the route, with the National Transport Authority pulling the plug two years after. NTA has now selected the Liffey
03/04/2019
Plans have been approved for a new events space in West Bay, Portrush, as the town prepares to host the 148th Open Championship. The major golf tournament will take place at Royal Portrush this summer, 14-21 July, with work underway to regenerate the town before the event. Causeway Coast & Glens
03/04/2019
NI contractor GRAHAM has been recognised for its work on road project in Stockport, England, winning an award at the Chartered Institution of Highways & Transportation's (CIHT) North West Awards. The £8 million Travis Brow Link Road project was named Project of the Year at the awards ceremony. T
03/04/2019
A new Student Services Building has been opened at Technological University (TU) Dublin's Blanchardstown campus. The CONNECT building will bring together academic decision-makers with the key service providers in the one location. Opening the new facility alongside Minister of State for Higher Ed
03/04/2019
Planning permission has been granted for new social housing at Carrick Hill in North Belfast. Sinn Féin councillor JJ Magee welcomed the announcement for the "much needed" homes and pledged the party's commitment to continue to work with Carrick Hill residents to secure further housing provision.
03/04/2019
Clare-based engineering firm Keating has strengthened its plans for international expansion with a new office in Dublin. The new base also coincides with a company rebrand, which sees the firm change its name from L&M Keating. Opening the space, Minister of State for Trade, Employment, Business
03/04/2019
A water treatment plant in Gort, Co Galway, is set to undergo repair works. The project will see the Gort Water Treatment Plant improved to provide a more advanced treatment process to help protect against contaminants and improve the quality of water. Customers in the area may experience water l
03/04/2019
A small village in County Limerick has been boosted with the delivery of a new car park, pedestrian crossing and footpaths. The new 33-space car park opened in Adare, directly across the road from Scoil Naomh Iosaf, on the Newcastle West side of the village. It also includes two dedicated disabled
03/04/2019
Glen Dimplex Ireland's new Zeroth Energy System has secured a prestigious title at this year's SEAI Energy Show. The solution, launched at the annual show, was voted 'Highly-Commended' in the Best Renewable Product category at the Product of the Show Awards. The SEAI Energy Show Product of the S
02/04/2019
A shortlist of eight buildings has been revealed for the 2019 Royal Society of Ulster Architects (RSUA) Design Awards. Six of the nominees are from Belfast, including The HMS Caroline and Belfast City Quays 2, with the other two buildings from Saintfield and Killyleagh in County Down. They were se
02/04/2019
A £10.5 million housing scheme in South Belfast has reached a major milestone as work begins on the second phase of work. Hagan Homes' Seventy Six South private development in the Village area will include 76 three-bed semi-detached homes when fully complete. A total of 24 homes were constructed
02/04/2019
The Port of Cork has been identified as an alternative cruise liner destination following recent news that Dublin Port will limit cruise berths after 2021 due to construction work. Transport & Tourism Minister Shane Ross has been urged to utilise the Cork facilities to help absorb the overflow of
02/04/2019
A £20 million regeneration project in Newry city centre has taken a major step forward with the appointment of a design team. Hamilton Architects will deliver the design works, which will see the construction of a new theatre/conference facility and a civic hub alongside public realm in Newry City
02/04/2019
A postgraduate Building Information Modelling and Management suite course at Technological University (TU) Dublin has been recognised at this year's Irish Construction Excellence awards. The programme was named best Third Level Course: Postgraduate or CPD at the prestigious awards ceremony on Frid
02/04/2019
Martin Peter and Associates Consulting Engineers has signed a design contract for a new fire station in Urlingford, Co Kilkenny. The 1970s Urlingford fire station is being replaced to meet the demands of a modern fire and rescue service. The new design will incorporate a two-bay station with a tr
02/04/2019
Cluid Housing Association has acquired a 72-unit residential scheme in Cork city centre. The 'turnkey' scheme at Leeside, Bachelor's Quay, contains a a range of housing unit types and sizes. They are available to applicants eligible for social housing. Cork City Council supported the acquisition
02/04/2019
The government has been urged to block any carbon tax increases after a number of political parties voted to load the price hikes on households last week. Hitting out at the decision, Sinn Féin's TD for Laois-Offaly, Brian Stanley TD said: "This energy price increase announced today comes days aft
02/04/2019
Construction machinery has been stolen from a yard in Aughnacloy, County Tyrone. Police are appealing for witnesses to the theft which saw an orange coloured Hitachi 135 Zaxis 5B digger, a blue New Holland T6-160 tractor, a Panasonic Gringer and a Portable Wielding Kit stolen. Thieves are believed
02/04/2019
A series of improvements works have commenced on the sewer network in Shannon, Co Clare, as part of the town's ongoing development. The €2.1 million work will address the structural defects in the wastewater networks which will significantly reduce the likelihood of sewer collapses and blockages a
01/04/2019
An Taoiseach, Leo Varadkar has opened a new state-of-the-art cricket ground at Tyrrelstown Park. The new ground will become the home of Tyrrelstown Cricket Club after the official opening over the weekend, Saturday 30 March. Cricket Leinster and Fingal County Council have worked with the club ov
01/04/2019
Irish construction firm John Sisk & Son has secured a major contract to deliver a landmark residential tower in Birmingham. The £183m project will see a 42-storey building constructed with 483 apartments and a number of on-site amenities. The company is completing the contracting work on behalf
01/04/2019
Twelve local councils on the coast have landed funding to help deliver a number of development and repair projects. The local authorities will share a €2.2m package for 39 projects on harbours and slipways. Announcing the funding package, Minister for Agriculture, Food and the Marine, Michael Cr
01/04/2019
Consultation has been launched on plans to redevelop the Daisyfield Sports Grounds in L'Derry. Derry City and Strabane District Council is urging local people to take part in an online survey regarding the proposals. This follows a successful event last month which saw members of the public also
01/04/2019
Funding of €10 million has been secured for the 2019 Outdoor Recreation Infrastructure Scheme, which will help upgrade rural areas across the country. The scheme will lead the development of new facilities, and for the maintenance, enhancement or promotion of existing outdoor recreational infrastru
01/04/2019
A cost of €50,000 per home has been estimated to tackle fire deficiency problems in a housing complex in Blanchardstown. The numbers were revealed for the Verdemont Complex works, with a Sinn Féin councillor calling for government support. Dublin City Cllr Paul Donnelly said: "I am absolutely sh
01/04/2019
A new multi-use games area (MUGA) has been opened in Dunmurry, marking completion of the Seymour Hill & Conway Estates Community Audit & Development Strategy. The new £600,000 facility at Seymour Hill was built on the site of the former Dunmurry High School, and included floodlighting, changing ro
01/04/2019
Plans for a sewerage scheme in County Donegal have taken a major step forward with the submission of a Compulsory Purchase Order. The Burtonport Sewerage Scheme will see a new wastewater treatment plant built to end the discharge of untreated wastewater into Rutland Sound. The new sewer pipes, p
01/04/2019
A new playground has been delivered at Glebe Park Balrothery in County Dublin. The Knight's Playground and Multi Use Games Area was officially opened by Mayor of Fingal Councillor Anthony Lavin on Friday 29 March. Creative Play Solutions built the playground, which has been designed for families
01/04/2019
NI Water is to host an information event on plans for a £850,000 storm sewer replacement scheme in Ballykelly, Co L'Derry. The project will see 400m of storm sewer and associated manholes replaced and upgraded in Main Street. This work will significantly reduce the risk of out of sewer flooding an
