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CONSTRUCTION DIRECTORY
Ireland Construction News Archive for June 2022
30/06/2022
Virgin Media O2 has officially begun its first recycled aggregate trial in Northern Ireland. Carla Lockhart MP visited its network expansion site in Banbridge to see the progress of the trial first hand. During her visit, the Upper Bann MP spoke with members of Virgin Media O2's team about the tria
30/06/2022
Northern Ireland's leading online property portal PropertyPal is set to host its own awards show later this year. The inaugural 'PropertyPal Awards' will take place at the Ulster Transport Museum in November 2022, showcasing and celebrating industry excellence from across the Northern Ireland prop
30/06/2022
Warrenpoint Municipal Park has been transformed under a new restoration project. An event was held earlier this month to mark the completion of the National Lottery Heritage Fund project. Newry, Mourne and Down District Council Chairperson, Councillor Michael Savage greeted Dr Sally Montgomery fr
30/06/2022
New building regulations have come into force in Northern Ireland today, 30 June. These new regulations will require designers to carry out additional checks in order to demonstrate the required level of compliance. All local architects, developers and those building private homes must comply with
30/06/2022
Contracts totalling £20 million to deliver road resurfacing across Northern Ireland have been handed out. Infrastructure Minister John O’Dowd made the announcement as part of Phase One of the Department's interim asphalt resurfacing procurement strategy, which consists of resurfacing contracts for
30/06/2022
The importance of supporting local communities has been highlighted with the success of the Rural Micro Capital Grants Scheme (RMCGS) 2021. DAERA Minister Edwin Poots visited Anahilt in Co Down to see the benefits of the grant aid first hand. Anahilt Primary School received funding from DAERA's
30/06/2022
Italian manufacturer Merlo has won the prestigious Compasso d'Oro ADI 2022 award for its electric-powered eWorker. McHale Plant Sales, distributors in Ireland of Merlo telehandler products, has welcomed the success of the company. In Ireland, sales of Merlo telehandlers have increased significant
30/06/2022
NI Water has pledged its support local charity Ulster Wildlife. Ulster Wildlife protects threatened species and precious places right across Northern Ireland. A cohort of volunteers from the utility visited Maghera's Ballynahone Bog to help the charity. On the day, volunteers from across the or
30/06/2022
A key project to enhance the wastewater network in Monasterevin, Co Kildare, is continuing to move forward. Irish Water and Kildare County Council are collaborating to deliver the major works, which will support future economic growth and development, facilitating the construction of a new secondar
30/06/2022
Charles Brand has announced a new partnership with NI Water. The firm will work with the utility to deliver the £1.2 billion IF106 Major Project Partnership Framework (MPPF), comprising large, capital works projects (over £10m in value) on Water and Wastewater infrastructure across Northern Ireland
29/06/2022
Choice Services has announced plans to expand across the whole of County Down, doubling the total number of homes it services. The award-winning in-house maintenance and repairs provider for Choice Housing, Choice Services now caters to more than 9,000 homes across NI and Ireland. The agreement b
29/06/2022
Enniskillen has become the only town across the country to be crowned Ireland's Best Kept Town on two occasions. The County Fermanagh town secured two all-Ireland titles in Ireland's Best Kept competition - Ireland's Best Kept Town and the Best Overall. Enniskillen originally won the Best Overall a
29/06/2022
A new €2.3 million community facility in Saggart Village, Co Dublin, has officially began construction. A sod-turning ceremony was held to mark the beginning of construction on the project, which is being delivered thanks to a collaboration between South Dublin County Council and the board of mana
29/06/2022
Waterways Ireland has set out its ambitious plan to develop a sustainable waterway network during a key ministerial visit. Infrastructure Minister John O'Dowd visited the organisation's headquarters in Enniskillen, where he met with CEO John McDonagh. The Minister was also briefed on a range of k
29/06/2022
A £2.7 million programme of sustainability improvements has been announced for SuperValu and Centra stores across Northern Ireland. This investment from Musgrave NI is part of a new sustainability fund aimed at empowering retailers to achieve net zero carbon by 2040. The fund, which is part of Mus
29/06/2022
Northern Ireland property developer has pledged its support to local, award-winning pole vaulter Ellie McCartney. The Ballyclare firm is supporting the Jordanstown sportswoman as she prepares to represent the Northern Ireland Team at this summer's Birmingham 2022 Commonwealth Games (28 July – 08 Au
29/06/2022
Castletymon Library has won a prestigious accolade at the 2022 RIAI Awards. The property was named the winner in the Cultural / Public Buildings category during a ceremony held in MoLI, Museum of Literature Ireland on 23 June 2022. The annual awards acknowledge achievements in architecture and ce
29/06/2022
A cohort of the 2022 Institute of Water (IOW) Rising Stars have been welcomed to the site of the North Down Ards Wastewater Treatment Works and Duncrue Street Incinerator. Veolia hosted the Rising Stars last week, when they learned about the company, the OMEGA PFI contract and took a guided tour of
29/06/2022
Irish Water has announced plans to remove lead service connections in Killarney in an attempt to improve the water supply. Work will take place along the public water network in Allman's Terrace, Rock Road, beginning in late June and running for three weeks. Ward and Burke Ltd will deliver the wo
29/06/2022
A project team has begun work on site in the County Galway town of Headford to safeguard the water supply. Irish Water is working with Galway County Council to deliver the key works, which began today, Wednesday 29 June, at 9.30am and are expected to run until 2pm. During the works, customers in H
28/06/2022
An £18 million project to improve wastewater infrastructure in the Ards North area is set to reach a major milestone next month. The Ards North Wastewater Improvement Project will involve the rationalisation and upgrade of the wastewater collection, treatment and transfer systems serving the villa
28/06/2022
Residents of Carrickfergus are set to enjoy a new and improved recycling centre, which stands at twice the size of the old facility. DAERA Minister Edwin Poots and Mayor of Mid and East Antrim, Alderman Noel Williams were on hand to host the official opening of the £1 million Sullatober Household
28/06/2022
Three new social housing developments have been officially opened in County Longford, bringing 77 new homes to the region. Minister of State for Planning and Local Government and TD for Longford Westmeath, Peter Burke visited three estates to launch the brand new housing. All three estates, Campb
28/06/2022
A deal has been struck for works on the River Ara Walkway in County Tipperary. Metro Building Contractors signed a contract with Tipperary County Council for the works on Friday 24 June. Following this agreement, Tipperary County Council Chief Executive Joe MacGrath and Paul Duffy from Metro Buildi
28/06/2022
Komatsu is getting ready to make a mark at the upcoming Bauma 2022 exhibition in Munich with a spotlight on ground-breaking future technologies. The firm claims "digitalisation, electrification and their path towards carbon neutrality" will also be amongst the highlights at the October event. Rec
28/06/2022
A key milestone has been celebrated on the Sustainable Access & Restoration Project in Errigal, Co Donegal. Funded by the Outdoor Recreation Infrastructure Scheme and managed by Donegal County Council, this vital project involves the upgrading of a 3km upland path which leads from the existing car
28/06/2022
More than 15,000 people descended on Belfast to attend the Love Your Home Show event at the Titanic Exhibition Centre. 2022 marked the return of the show after a two-year absence, delivered in association with Phoenix Natural Gas. With more than 163 different exhibitors engaging consumers in home
28/06/2022
Work is moving forward to restore the site of the Michael Collins ambush ahead of a commemorative event later this year. Minister for Defence, Simon Coveney visited Béal na Bláth in County Cork to see the works which have taken place to date and those that are planned at the memorial. The project
28/06/2022
A cohort of 25 civil engineering students have visited the site of the £200 million Farrans/Sacy JV Belfast Transport Hub Project to see its progress first-hand. FK Lowry Piling welcomed the Belfast Metropolitan College students to the site, with an introduction from Project Manager David Bolton f
28/06/2022
Plans to improve the water quality for locals in Mogeely, Co Cork, have been announced. Irish Water is working closely with Cork County Council to install a new water connection in the village. As part of the new connection works, customers in Mogeely, Castlemartyr, Ladysbridge and surrounding are
27/06/2022
The development of Cork city's Marina Park has reached a major milestone as Phase Two works move forward. Members of the public and local businesses are now being invited to have a say on the proposed works in Phase Two of the key project. A long-term ambition of Cork City Council, the completed
27/06/2022
Northern Ireland-based construction giant GRAHAM has reaffirmed its commitment to inclusion in the workplace with recognition from the National Centre for Diversity (NCFD). The contractor has been placed 41st in the Top 100 Most Inclusive Workplaces Index 2022. Solat Chaudhry, Chief Executive at t
27/06/2022
Dublin's latest park has officially opened to the public following a major transformation project. Lord Mayor of Dublin, Alison Gilliland visited the site of the new Ballyfermot People's Park to mark the official opening with a plaque. This project was brought to life after an empty green space was
27/06/2022
New Tyrone firm Mac Zero Modular Buildings has successfully met a number of major milestones during its first year of operations, sparking a new investment of £500,000. Formed by Conor McAvoy and sister Orla McAvoy-Corr, former directors of McAvoy Group in Dungannon, Mac Zero is now on target to do
27/06/2022
Leading broadband provider Fibrus has electrified its fleet with a host of new, environmentally-friendly vehicles. A roll-out of electric vehicles has begun as part of the company's commitment to reduce carbon emissions and become a net zero organisation by 2040. Fibrus, which has also joined Bus
27/06/2022
House prices across Ireland have increased by almost 10% over the past year, a new report has found. According to the latest Daft.ie report, house prices have risen 9.5% statewide in the last year, with 19 counties Donegal and Leitrim hitting 19%. Sinn Féin representative Eoin Ó Broin has hit out
27/06/2022
A total of eight local schools in Mid and East Antrim have been named among the most eco-friendly schools in the region. The Eco-Schools Green Flag Awards for 2022 recognised Clough Primary School Nursery Unit, Fourtowns Primary School, Harryville Primary School, Larne and Inver Primary School, Lin
27/06/2022
A key £8 million Flood Alleviation Project in South Belfast is continuing to move forward with pipe laying works progressing across the area. These works are under the first phase of the major project and expected to be completed in Autumn. They involve upgrading the local sewerage infrastructure,
27/06/2022
A programme of strategic water upgrades is set to get underway in the County Roscommon town of Elphin. Work will begin this month to improve the water quality in Elphin for generations of local people, with completion expected in September 2022. Farrans is delivering work on behalf of Irish Water a
27/06/2022
Work to safeguard water supply in Trim, Co Meath, has been announced. Irish Water will work closely with Meath County Council to deliver safe repairs today, 27 June. Work is expected to be completed by 5pm this evening. To facilitate the safe delivery of the repair works, customers in Market Str
24/06/2022
A sod-turning turning has been held as development officially begins on the new €200 million Glanbia Co-op and Royal A-ware continental cheese facility in Belview, Co Kilkenny. Kilkenny Cheese Ltd, a joint venture between family-owned Dutch dairy producer Royal A-Ware and Glanbia Co-op, will build
24/06/2022
Proposals have been set out for upgrades at Cork City's Marina, improving the destination for pedestrians, cyclists and people with disabilities. Cork City Council is leading plans to repurpose approximately 1.8km of the existing Marina Promenade to deliver a combined footpath-cycle path and improv
24/06/2022
Almost 600 new homes are set to be built at Shanganagh, Co Dublin, as part of a landmark affordable housing scheme. Walls Construction has secured a contract for the Land Development Agency's (LDA) first affordable housing project in partnership with Dún Laoghaire-Rathdown County Council (DLRCC).
24/06/2022
Glazing and façade specialist Topglass has marked its 15th year working with Irish shopping giant and international retailer Primark with a landmark project. The Toomebridge-based firm completed its 50th project with the major retailer as it supported the opening of their latest store, Penneys Carl
24/06/2022
A major project which will see Bandon town centre transformed with improved footpaths, public space, and landscaping has officially began development. West Cork contractor Pat O'Driscoll Plant Hire and Civil Engineering Ltd has agreed a deal to deliver Phase 1 of the Bandon Traffic and Public Real
24/06/2022
SIG has announced plans to open a new branch in Limerick city, bringing a host of new jobs to the local area. The firm, which provides specialist building products and technical expertise to the construction industry, is adding to its existing branch network in Dublin, Cork, Belfast and Omagh. Com
24/06/2022
The newly developed Dromahair Development Framework Plan has officially been launched, setting out plans to address derelict and vacant buildings in the area. Dromahair Development Association/Tidy Towns worked closely with the consultants Venture International and architects Sheridan Woods to deve
24/06/2022
An event has taken place to mark the beginning of construction on the new extension at Rathfern Social Activity Centre. The Mayor of Antrim and Newtownabbey Borough, Alderman Stephen Ross was joined by local Councillors and MLAs to celebrate the milestone. When complete, the extension will see th
24/06/2022
A programme of resurfacing work is set begin in Castlereagh next week. The Department for Infrastructure is leading a £120,000 scheme to improve the carriageway and footway on Moneyreagh Road. Work will begin on Monday 27 June and is expected to reach completion by Friday 05 August. The scheme st
24/06/2022
Plans are moving forward to develop a new Waste Management Strategy for Northern Ireland. This comes as Environment Minister Edwin Poots MLA published the Closure report for the current strategy. The draft Environment Strategy for Northern Ireland includes a commitment to publish a new Waste Manag
23/06/2022
An alternative, distinctive type of office space in Dublin Docklands has been voted as the nation's favourite building. Designed by O'Mahony Pike Architects with Mola Architects, 10 - 12 Hanover Quay came out on top as the winner of the Public Choice category at the RIAI Irish Architecture Awards 2
23/06/2022
A spotlight has been put on female engineers as part of International Women in Engineering Day #INWED, recognising their importance in a historically male-dominated profession. #INWED is a Women's Engineering Society (WES) initiative, which is now in its ninth year and aims to encourage more female
23/06/2022
Kier BAM Joint Venture (JV) has marked the beginning of a brand new journey with NI Water after securing a spot on the utility's £1.2bn Major Project Partnership Framework (MPPF). The JV has been appointed to Lot 2, the highest value Lot on the framework, building on Kier's presence in Northern Ir
23/06/2022
The newly upgraded Eglinton playpark has officially reopened to the public following over £300,000 investment. Work took place at the site to deliver environmental upgrades and install new equipment. These works were led by contractor AMS Limited and involved the installation of many new features,
23/06/2022
Plans to build affordable housing at the new Kings Hall development have been announced. H & J Martin Construction and Choice Housing are leading a project to develop 81 affordable housing and private rental units on the site located just off Balmoral Avenue in Belfast. The development includes 45
23/06/2022
CS Consulting Group has become the latest organisation to secure Engineers Ireland's prestigious CPD Accredited Employer Standard. This award recognises the firm's continuing professional development (CPD) strategy. CS Consulting Group, which includes Cronin & Sutton Consulting (Dublin), Cronin S
23/06/2022
Kilwaughter Minerals has welcomed a host of local Larne students to its site to educate and inform about the manufacturing sector. The company recently completed a major capital investment for additional warehousing and a blending plant facility to assist the company to meet the increasing demand
23/06/2022
The Lord Mayor of Cork, Cllr Colm Kelleher has embarked on a journey across the city to mark the opening of 106 new homes. His first stop was to a formerly vacant site in the Cork city suburb of Blackpool, which has been redeveloped into new housing. Approximately 13 homes have been opened in 7-1
23/06/2022
A major construction milestone has been marked on the Translink Culvert Strengthening Programme with the completion of the first phase. FP McCann managed and delivered Phase 1, which is part of an ongoing project to rehabilitate the entire rail network's culvert structures. The rail network's cul
23/06/2022
Resurfacing work has begun to improve the A6 Glenshane Pass between L'Derry and Belfast. The Department for Infrastructure is investing £402,000 to enhance the carriageway near the Glenshane Quarry, extending for approximately 800m towards Dungiven. During the course of the works traffic will be
22/06/2022
An exciting new blueway has been launched in County Meath, maximising the potential of the River Boyne county-wide. The Leas-Cathaoirleach Meath County Council Cllr Mike Bray launched the Boyne Blueway Trim on Tuesday 14 June, following its achievement of accreditation as a Blueway. This marks the
22/06/2022
Homeowners and businesses across Ennis have been boosted with the completion of the final flood relief scheme for the County Clare town. The Ennis South Flood Relief Scheme was officially opened yesterday, Tuesday 21st June, and consists of the construction of two 1.2m culverts, a pumpstation, upgr
22/06/2022
A competition has been launched to name the new Carrigaline Western Relief Road in County Cork. Cork County Council is calling on children attending schools in Carrigaline and members of the public to submit a proposed name which should recognise the links to Carrigaline's past while also consider
22/06/2022
The County L'Derry village of Ballyronan is set for a major infrastructure project with the development of a modern new wastewater treatment facility. NI Water is leading the £4.8 million scheme, which will see a new facility built to replace the existing treatment works, which was constructed in
22/06/2022
A €6.9 million project to remove road hazards at Knockroe Bend in County Wicklow has been completed. Cathaoirleach of Wicklow County Council, Cllr Shay Cullen performed the official opening of the Knockroe Bend realignment project on Friday 17 June. Main construction on the project was substantial
22/06/2022
Leading Irish 'no code' software firm FlowForma has announced plans for a new phase of growth and global expansion. The firm, whose software is utilised by construction companies in the UK, has pledged to its commitment to further growth with a funding round that raised €4 million from new and exi
22/06/2022
Dún Laoghaire-Rathdown County Council's innovative Coastal Mobility Route (CMR) has been recognised with a major European accolade. The first Cycling Infrastructure Award 2022 from the European Cycling Federation was presented to Conor Geraghty, Senior Engineer at the Velo-City Conference. Over t
22/06/2022
Pedestrians in Mallow are set to benefit from a new boardwalk which provides a safe route to cross the River Blackwater. A ceremony was held at the Dan Joe Fitzgerald Boardwalk to mark its official opening. Mayor of the County of Cork, Cllr Gillian Coughlan, Mary Fitzgerald and the Chief Executive
22/06/2022
Mid Ulster District Council has launched a brand new online planning system which brings a digitally-led planning service to the region. For the first time anyone submitting or responding to a planning application in Mid Ulster will utilise an end-to-end digital service. Welcoming the lau
22/06/2022
Mallusk-based metal finishing company NK Coatings Limited has been prosecuted and fined following the death of an employee at the factory site. The firm was fined £120,000 after pleading guilty at Belfast Crown Court yesterday, 21 June. The prosecution arose following a HSENI investigation into an
21/06/2022
Northern Regional College's new Coleraine campus has secured international recognition at a recent awards ceremony. Currently under construction, the project will see a 12,500 sq m building developed at Union Street to replace both the College's former buildings on the site and the campus in Bally
21/06/2022
New sets of specialised LED lights have been installed in Belfast city centre, illuminating Church Lane and Bank Square. The Belfast One lighting schemes feature LED lights festooned along the length of Church Lane and tree lighting at Bank Square. The lights are set to come on at dusk and switch o
21/06/2022
A landmark office building in Belfast's Lanyon Place has been transformed with a key refurbishment from construction giant GRAHAM. The Northern Ireland-based contractor reached completion on a major CAT A office refurbishment project in the Soloist Building in Belfast city centre. This comes after
21/06/2022
The major Acorn Farm regeneration project in L'Derry has made a significant stride forward with a key appointment. Devity Construction has now been appointed to clear the old heli-pad site formerly used by the military based in the Waterside. The contracted works will involve the removal of the co
21/06/2022
Galway is set to become the destination for Ireland's first Hydrogen Valley as details of the Galway Hydrogen Hub (GH2) were unveiled. GH2 is a consortium consisting of seven members - NUI Galway, the Port of Galway, CIÉ Group and Bus Éireann, Aran Islands Ferries, Lasta Mara Teo, Aer Arann Island
21/06/2022
A deal has been struck for significant improvements in wastewater infrastructure in Stamullen, Co Meath. David Walsh Civil Engineering Ltd has signed a major new construction contract, which will enhance the wastewater infrastructure and provide significant social and economic benefit, facilitating
21/06/2022
The facilities at Bodyscape Health Club in Belfast have been enhanced with the launch of a new state-of-the-art CryoSpa unit. Designed and manufactured by local, Dromore-based firm CET CryoSpa, which supplies CryoSpa to professional sports teams and elite sports facilities worldwide, the new unit
21/06/2022
The roll out of 100 battery power-assisted bicycles (e-bikes) has begun across Fingal as part of the region's first e-bike sharing scheme. These state-of-the-art, climate-friendly e-bikes are being installed across the week in Blanchardstown, Swords, Malahide, Baldoyle, Portmarnock and Howth. E-b
21/06/2022
NI Water is preparing to host its Social Value Supplier Engagement Event next week. Registration has officially opened for the event, which is being delivered in partnership with the Social Value Unit at the Strategic Investment Board (SIB). It will take place on Thursday 30 June 2022 at 8.45am to
21/06/2022
A programme of works has been announced to drive down leakage in the County Cork town of Cobh. Irish Water and Cork County Council are progressing plans to replace ageing water mains and provide new service connections for customers in Whitepoint Drive. Work will get underway next week and will i
20/06/2022
Northern Ireland engineering business CASC has announced plans for a £2 million expansion across two regional sites. The global firm is investing £2 million in capital equipment, making it the only engineering company in Northern Ireland to offer tube laser cutting, sheet metal fibre laser and 5 a
20/06/2022
An 87-home development at Cappagh Green in Portstewart has officially reached completion as the keys were handed over to the final resident. Radius Housing and BW Social Affordable Housing worked to bring the scheme to life as part of the Department for Communities and Northern Ireland Housing Exec
20/06/2022
Translink has launched its new 2030 Corporate Strategy 'Better. Connected' during a stakeholder event in Belfast last week. The new strategy outlines ambitious plans to work with stakeholders to deliver a transport transformation for the benefit of the NI economy, the environment and wider society.
20/06/2022
A key redevelopment scheme at Parochial House in Celbridge, Co Kildare, is set to move forward after an agreement was reached to purchase the site. Kildare County Council secured the site from parish of St Patrick and St Brigid and will progress with exciting plans to redevelop the building as a ma
20/06/2022
A historic day has been celebrated in Limerick with the adoption of the county's first ever development plan. The Limerick Development Plan 2022-2028 sets out a blueprint for the development of Limerick from a physical, economic, social and environmental perspective from now until 2028. It represe
20/06/2022
Future improvements regarding the provision of play facilities, activities and other initiatives for children in Fingal have been boosted with the launch of an exciting new policy. 'Space for Play – A Play Policy for Fingal' comes after a public consultation which asked what could be done to provid
20/06/2022
Leading Irish electric firm ECI Lighting has been recognised for its work on the Ei Electronics HQ Campus project in Shannon. The company's work on the Ei Electronics HQ Campus was celebrated as the Lighting Project of the Year 2022. A testimonial supplied by John Moloney from Moloney Fox Consult
20/06/2022
The number of homes beginning construction across Ireland has seen a 17% increase for May 2022. Commencement Notices data was unveiled, showing 2,746 notices for new residential homes were received by Building Control Authorities in May 2022, a 17% increase on April 2022 figures of 2,346. Commence
20/06/2022
Irish building materials group Kingspan is preparing to reveal its results for the first half of 2022. The firm expects to report a record H1 2022 trading profit in the region of €415 million, strongly ahead of the €329m reported for the first half of 2021. These results will be unveiled on 19 Augu
20/06/2022
Plans to enhance the water supply in the County Cork village of Ovens have been announced. Irish Water is working with Cork County Council to replace 350m of problematic water mains along the N22, improving water quality for the community and reducing high levels of leakage. Work, which forms par
17/06/2022
Northern Ireland-based construction firm McAvoy has expanded its modular fleet with a new multi-million pound investment. The company is doubling the capacity of its semi-permanent modular fleet with a new 'SmartSpace' product range. This announcement will also facilitate the creation of approxima
17/06/2022
Approximately €600,000 has been invested in a new state-of-the-art wastewater treatment facility in Ballyconnell, Co Wicklow. Irish Water hosted a special event to mark the opening of the new facility and honour 40 years of dedication from retired Senior Executive Wastewater Executive Engineer, La
17/06/2022
A ceremony has been held to mark the official opening of the revamped woodland Playground in Rathfarnham Castle Park. The new-look facility, which has already proven popular with children and families, was officially declared open on Tuesday 14 July. Speaking as he opened the new playground, May
17/06/2022
Belfast care home City View Court is celebrating its 21st year in operation with an event next week. The home, dedicated to the memory of Charles Talbot (Toby) Hurst. OBE. BA., was officially opened by Lady Quigley on 21 June 2001. Operated by provider Kathryn Homes, City View Court will mark it
17/06/2022
Businesses across Ireland are being invited to move away from fossil fuels with help from a new €55 million 'Green Transition' fund. This investment will businesses supported to utilise more sustainable, cheaper alternatives. The Green Transition Fund is part of Ireland's National Recovery and Re
17/06/2022
Residents of Kilcock, Co Kildare, are set to benefit from a new temporary playground. The new facility has opened at the Bawnogues, which is designed to meet local needs during the construction of Kilcock Community Centre - a €2 million, two-storey, multi-use development. The temporary playground
17/06/2022
An Early Day Motion has been tabled in Westminster calling for a UK-wide cut in the rate of VAT on fuel. DUP Upper Bann MP Carla Lockhart tabled the motion, which included a call for the government to alleviate the extreme pressures of motorists and small businesses by further cutting fuel duty and
17/06/2022
A ceremony has taken place to mark the official opening of the Kilkenny Volunteer Centre. Minister of State with responsibility for Community Development and Charities, Joe O'Brien TD visited the site to launch the new facility today, Friday 17 June. Opening the new Volunteer Centre, Minister O'Br
17/06/2022
The Northern Ireland Executive parties have come under criticism for failing to bring forward a Clean Air Strategy. Green Party Deputy Leader Mal O'Hara has hit out at the parties over their dereliction of duty as Clean Air Day passes without a Clean Air Strategy for Northern Ireland. Cllr Malach
17/06/2022
The levels at Brayhill Reservoir levels have recovered following essential night-time restrictions. These restrictions will be put in place by Irish Water and Meath County Council following operational issues at Trim Water Treatment Plant. To help reservoir levels recover and maintain a sufficient
16/06/2022
The flagship Swords Cultural Centre has taken a major step forward with the beginning of the planning process. Next month will see the plans begin development, with a public consultation set to take place to help shape the project. The new Centre, which has been designed by an Integrated Design Te
16/06/2022
Queen's University Belfast has broke new ground as the first organisation in Ireland to claim a Green Meetings Gold award. This award recognises QUB's commitment to sustainability, leading the way in Green Tourism. Funded by Belfast City Council and delivered by Visit Belfast, the Green Tourism
16/06/2022
NI Water has stepped up its efforts to plant 1 million trees on over 500 hectares of land between 2020-2030 with a planting ceremony in the Mournes. A number of representatives were in attendance to celebrate the planting of over 23 thousand trees near Fofanny Water Treatment Works in the Mournes.
16/06/2022
A group of seventy five young women have participated in a construction sector careers open day at the site of Belfast Grand Central Station. The event brought together 75 female students from five schools in the city for an interactive experience designed to inspire the next generation of science,
16/06/2022
Dublin Airport has enhanced its services with the official opening of a new air traffic control tower. Minister of State for Transport Hildegarde Naughton visited the site to open the tower yesterday, Wednesday 15 June. Equipped with state-of-the-art technology to improve energy efficiency, the 2
16/06/2022
A new tool has been launched which aims to raise awareness of water pollution and positively engage local communities and businesses across Northern Ireland. Environment Minister Edwin Poots MLA announced the Northern Ireland Environment Agency 'Yellow Fish' campaign during a visit to Ballyclare, w
16/06/2022
Leading building materials firm Roadstone has added a new Mercedes-Benz Econic 3235L truck to its Irish fleet of heavy commercial vehicles. The first of its kind in Ireland, the Econic low entry unit offers a new level of safety for operating a mixer truck in a city environment with an ideal drivin
16/06/2022
Up to 43% of Irish households could be at risk of fuel poverty if energy price hikes continue and bills increase by a further 25%, a new report has revealed. The latest ESRI report made for stark reading, with Sinn Féin representative Claire Kerrane TD calling for urgent government action to help s
16/06/2022
The four Dublin local authorities are joining forces to launch the second Dublin Climate Action Week later this year. Set to take place from 12-17 September, this week will showcase the ongoing efforts, ambitions and the collaborative approach of the four Dublin local authorities, in addressing cli
16/06/2022
Irish Water is moving forward with works to strengthen the water supply in the Dunmanway area of County Cork. An essential water outage is required today, 16 June, from 4pm to 8pm to facilitate the works. Approximately 1000 properties in Dunmanway town, Darkwood, Kilbarry, Maugh, Ballyhalwick and
15/06/2022
The development of the Kildare-Meath Grid Upgrade has reached a key project milestone with the announcement of the best performing route option. The Kildare-Meath Grid Upgrade is a high capacity underground cable connecting Dunstown substation near Two Mile House in Co Kildare, and Woodland substat
15/06/2022
The young people behind the success of Belfast's One Million Trees project have been recognised personally by the Lord Mayor of Belfast. Lord Mayor, Councillor Tina Black visited pupils from Springhill Primary School to admire their work. The One Million Trees project aims to plant one million na
15/06/2022
A new play park has opened in the Galgorm area, bringing a host of inclusive play equipment to meet the needs of children with a range of abilities. This anticipated replacement play park was brought to life by Haffey's Sports Grounds, drawing on the characteristics of the surrounding area such as
15/06/2022
Sustainable woodlands have been prioritised with the expansion of the 'Forests for Our Future' programme in Northern Ireland. This next stage of the programme sees the opening of the Forest Expansion Scheme & Small Woodland Grant Schemes to encourage and help landowners plant their own woodlands.
15/06/2022
The building where the stalled George Best Hotel was under development has been made available for sale. A judge ruled that the Scottish Mutual Building can now be sold. Speaking about the decision, local SDLP Councillor Gary McKeown said: "My heart goes out to small investors who put money into
15/06/2022
The fourth and final phase of Mid Ulster District Council's Town and Village Spruce Up scheme is nearing completion. More than £170,000 has been made available to improve over 30 business properties in the area. Almost £1 million has been invested in improving business properties internally and e
15/06/2022
The future of active travel in West Belfast has been boosted during a recent ministerial visit. Infrastructure Minister John O'Dowd pledged his commitment to enhance active travel opportunities during a meeting with West Belfast Partnership Board. Speaking after the meeting Minister O'Dowd said:
15/06/2022
Local businesses across Antrim are being urged to apply for the Town Centre Property Revamp Scheme as the deadline approaches. This scheme will provide successful applicants with funding to assist capital development and repurposing works on vacant town centre commercial properties. The final dea
15/06/2022
The Mica Redress Scheme has been extended to include Clare and Limerick. Cabinet agreed an increase of €500 million to extend the scheme, meaning an estimated 600 homes in Clare and 700 in Limerick will now be eligible. Engineers Ireland has welcomed the extension of the scheme, which affects mor
15/06/2022
Irish Water is stepping up its efforts to safeguard the water supply in Dundalk with essential maintenance works. The utility is working alongside Louth County Council to deliver essential water mains works, starting on Thursday 16 June and running until Friday 24 June. To facilitate the safe del
14/06/2022
Ireland's National Transport Authority (NTA) has struck a historic deal with Northern Ireland firm Wrightbus for up to 800 zero-emission battery-electric buses. Manufactured and assembled at the Wrightbus facility in Galgorm, these Streetdeck Electroliner BEVs will be the first battery-electric do
14/06/2022
Applications are being sought for the 2022 Aircraft Maintenance & Engineering Apprentice Scheme from Aer Lingus. The Irish airline is urging motivated, enthusiastic, and technically minded candidates to apply for the four year programme, which was first introduced in 2011. Aer Lingus is offering 1
14/06/2022
Plans are moving forward to transform a derelict site by Ballyclare's Watts Garage. Antrim and Newtownabbey Borough Council has granted planning permission for the £2 million investment by Watts Garage. Working closely with the Council and planning team, Watts Garage, a third generation family-run
14/06/2022
Gortin Glen Forest Park near Omagh has been recognised at the recent 2021 RTPI NI Awards for Planning Excellence. The destination secured an award in the Health and Well Being category during a ceremony on Wednesday 09 June at the W5, The Odyssey, Belfast. The RTPI NI Awards for Planning Excellenc
14/06/2022
Dublin's first Electric Vehicle (EV) Strategy has set out plans for 1,650 charge points deployed in the region by 2025. Led by the Dublin Region Local Authorities, this strategy helps support Ireland's Climate Action Plan (CAP), which targets 100% electric vehicle (EV) sales with approximately one
14/06/2022
Work is set to begin later this week on a key maintenance scheme along the M2. Approximately £300,000 is being invested in the project on the M2 'Hill Section', which will take place on the northbound carriageway between Junction 2 (Greencastle) and Junction 4 (Sandyknowes) and involves replacemen
14/06/2022
Northern Ireland-based firm McLaughlin & Harvey has secured a place as a Framework Supplier for three lots of Pagabo's new £1.56 billion national civils and infrastructure framework. The framework will run for four years until May 2026 and will allow local authorities and public sector bodies acros
14/06/2022
NI Water has utilised innovative new technology for the first time to enhance supply across the region. The utility recently installed two new modular Pumping Stations at Moys Water Pumping Station (Limavady) and Ballinrees (Coleraine), as part of its Northern Resilience Project. This new technolog
14/06/2022
Tollymore Forest Park has been celebrated with a new group of trees to mark the The Queen's Platinum Jubilee. Environment Minister Edwin Poots MLA visited the site to plant the small grove of trees within the park, as part of the Queen's Green Canopy (QGC) initiative. The QGC is a unique tree pla
14/06/2022
A programme of water mains rehabilitation works has got underway in Enniscorthy. Irish Water launched the scheme in partnership with Wexford County Council to repair the mains on the Old Dublin Road. The works will kick off with the road closure and traffic management being put in place with the a
13/06/2022
Construction volumes are expected to increase by 4.9% in 2022 resulting in output of €29.1 billion, a new report has revealed. The EY Economic Advisory released a report on Irish construction prospects prepared for Euroconstruct, revealing a promising outlook for the industry thanks to a strong eco
13/06/2022
Approximately £155,000 has been invested in a new Park 'n' Share facility in Castlewellan. This exciting new facility will provide 77 new Park 'n' Share spaces for commuters on the Bann Road wishing to park their vehicles and travel onwards to their destination in a shared vehicle. Led by Newry,
13/06/2022
A key wastewater project in Midleton, Co Cork, has taken a major step forward with the award of a construction contract. Work will begin on the Midleton Local Infrastructure Housing Activation Fund (LIHAF) Wastewater Project, with Geda Construction Ltd delivering the contract on behalf of Irish Wat
13/06/2022
Strathfoyle play park has been made a more inclusive destination with the installation of new equipment. The new-look facility has reopened to the public, boasting a new ground flush roundabout, a ground flush trampoline and a spinning dish as well as a bound safety surface. A total of £27,000 wa
13/06/2022
A pedestrianisation scheme on Belfast's Union Street has been extended for six months. This scheme will now run for an additional six months from 11 June, after which a decision will be reached on whether to make the scheme permanent. The Department for Infrastructure confirmed the extension in r
13/06/2022
Tricel Composites has strengthened its market position in Ireland with an exciting new acquisition. Dublin-based firm MID GlassFibre Supplies Ltd, which specialises in marine and roofing, was acquired for Tricel's Distribution Division. Commenting on the acquisition, MID GlassFibre Supplies Found
13/06/2022
Some of the community facility projects being delivered across County Cavan have been welcomed during a recent Ministerial visit. Minister for Rural and Community Development, Heather Humphreys, TD, joined Cathaoirleach of Cavan County Council, Councillor Clifford Kelly in visiting new community fa
13/06/2022
Leading manufacturer firm Tobermore is set to bring Live Design Studio to the commercial landscaping market. Live Design Studio is a virtual landscape design consultation service, created especially for architects and specifiers. Landscape designers can now avail of free virtual consultations with
13/06/2022
Taoiseach Micheál Martin has come under criticism following recent comments regarding the housing crisis. Sinn Féin TD Eoin Ó Broin TD hit out at the Taoiseach after he said "heads would have to be knocked together to tackle the housing crisis". "The Taoiseach is desperately trying to deflect re
13/06/2022
A programme of essential leak repair works has been announced on the water supply in Dundalk. Work will get underway tomorrow, Tuesday 14 June from 10am until 6pm, safeguarding water supply for homes and businesses in Dundalk. Irish Water is working in partnership with Louth County Council to deli
10/06/2022
The County Cork town of Carrigaline is set for a multi-million euro rejuvenation as part of a transformative public realm project. Cork County Council has today commenced the Part 8 process for Phase 1A of the Carrigaline Transportation Public Realm Enhancement Plan (TPREP). Funded by the Nationa
10/06/2022
A medieval 'open field' adjacent to Trim Castle has been transformed into a new outdoor space. The Cathaoirleach of Meath County Council, Councillor Seán Drew officially launched The Porchfield during a ceremony on Wednesday 08 June. The Porchfield consists of an outdoor performance space, impro
10/06/2022
The world's first commercially viable zero-emission 100% electric foiling workboat has been launched by NI's Artemis Technologies. Developed and built in Belfast, the zero-emission vessels are the greenest workboats on the planet and represent a £12 million investment in research and development.
10/06/2022
Agriculture Environment and Rural Affairs Minister, Edwin Poots, has visited Castlewellan Forest Park to see the newly refurbished and enhanced Bothy Yard in the arboretum. The Minister was given a tour of the new facilities at the world famous arboretum where DAERA funding of £500,000 has seen a c
10/06/2022
A ceremony has been held to mark the beginning of construction on the first of five Dublin Urban Rivers LIFE Project wetlands. Mayor of South Dublin County, Cllr Peter Kavanagh was joined by Dún-Laoghaire Rathdown County An Cathaoirleach Cllr Lettie McCarthy to turn the sod on the development in Gr
10/06/2022
An urgent call has been issued for immediate action to address the slow progress in achieving the Climate Action Plan measures. Recently published by the Taoiseach, the quarterly Progress Report for Q4 2021 and Q1 2022 highlighted significant gaps between climate ambition and action. Calling for a
10/06/2022
The rollout of the National Broadband Plan (NBP) is continuing to progress in Leitrim. This programme from National Broadband Ireland (NBI) will see the fibre network rolled out to enable high speed internet connectivity for 544,000 premises across the country. Surveying and design works began in
10/06/2022
Work has begun on upgraded protected cycle lanes in Fingal as part of a county-wide commitment to create improved active travel routes. A briefing was held in Swords at St Cronan's Road and Brackenstown Avenue in advance of the works, which include upgrading of the existing walking and cycling infr
10/06/2022
People living in the County Cavan town of Shercock are set to benefit from a newly-improved water supply. Irish Water is leading plans to replace old cast iron water mains along the R187 Carrickmacross Road, improving water quality and minimising outages to impact customers. Declan Cawley, Leakag
10/06/2022
The Garden Fireplace is the ideal solution for outdoor heating and living. Unlike other outdoor fireplaces, this one is made from Volcanic Pumice, sourced from the Hekla Volcano in Iceland. The natural pumice gives this outdoor fireplace all the insulation needed to have a safe and spectacular foc
09/06/2022
A major redevelopment project at Tallaght Stadium has begun construction. Approximately €11.5 million is being invested in the venue to maintain the stadium's UEFA Category 4 status, facilitating the building of a new North Stand and key refurbishment work to the main stand corporate areas. South
09/06/2022
A new walking, cycling and public realm project has officially began construction in Letterkenny. A sod-turning event was held to mark the beginning of the first phase of LK Green Connect. Cathaoirleach of Donegal County Council, Cllr Jack Murray together with the Mayor of Letterkenny-Milford MD, C
09/06/2022
The technology behind the latest zero-emission buses entering service in Northern Ireland has been on display during a recent ministerial visit. Wrightbus welcomed Infrastructure Minister John O'Dowd to its factory, where he toured the facility and heard first-hand about the innovative new vehicle
09/06/2022
A new housing development for older persons has been opened in Ballinteer. This new scheme from Dún Laoghaire-Rathdown County Council sees 21 homes delivered around an enclosed landscaped courtyard at Broadford Court, including a community room and underground parking. The scheme has been designe
09/06/2022
The County Dublin village of Templeogue has been upgraded to improve the overall appearance of the area. As well as improving the general aesthetic, the works will provide some additional amenity areas for the local community and improve the overall safety of road users, in particular, cyclists an
09/06/2022
The development of 740 new homes in L'Derry has been unlocked with planning approval. These properties have been approved for construction on land between Whitehouse and Coshquin. Welcoming the approval, Sinn Féin MLA Ciara Ferguson said: "This will provide much-needed, high-quality social and a
09/06/2022
A new sensory garden has been unveiled in the Ballymacarry area of Buncrana, Co Donegal. Cathaoirleach of Donegal County Council, Cllr Jack Murray visited the area on Friday 03 June to officially open the iCARE Sensory Garden. The project received funding as part of Donegal County Council's €5.5
09/06/2022
Plans for the A5 Western Transport Corridor (A5WTC) Flagship Project have been boosted during a recent meeting. On completion, the A5 WTC project will provide 85 kilometres of new high standard dual carriageway between New Buildings and just south of Aughnacloy. Infrastructure Minister John O'Dow
09/06/2022
Irish Water is set to deploy a team for a programme of water main improvements in the County Donegal town of Milford. Work will take place to improve supply for residents in Upper Mount Marian. This will involve the replacement of old backyard services and ageing watermains. Backyard services are
09/06/2022
Schiedel is proud to boast a comprehensive range of appliances and components engineered for energy efficiency. These chimney and flue systems have been used in countless homes and commercial premises throughout the world and the unique stove and chimney combined packages boast Defra exemption for
08/06/2022
Plans have been unveiled for a new 146-home development in Carrickfergus. Led by Choice Housing, the project will see the former Courtaulds textiles factory site transformed into a mix of new homes to meet the growing and diverse needs of local residents. Accessed just off Minorca Drive, the dev
08/06/2022
NI Water has outlined its future plans during an introductory meeting with Infrastructure Minister John O'Dowd. Speaking after the meeting, Minister O'Dowd said: "NI Water provides essential water and sewerage services to approximately 840,000 households and businesses across the north. "It was a
08/06/2022
Plans for a new new leisure hub in Coalisland have been green lit. The decision was reached at Mid Ulster District Council's Planning Committee last night, 07 June, where the new leisure, health and well-being hub at Gortgonis in Coalisland received planning permission. A new leisure centre will
08/06/2022
A project has been launched which will see L'Derry city enhanced with a new outdoor seating and dining area. This new area, designed to promote a pedestrian friendly environment and support local businesses, is being developed under the Covid Recovery Revitalisation Scheme, which is supported by f
08/06/2022
Irish Water's new sustainable Water Towns Initiative is set to be rolled out in Letterkenny, Co Donegal. This rollout will begin with a online masterclass on water conservation in partnership with Chambers Ireland next week, 15 June. Calling on all size businesses to sign up to the free class, To
08/06/2022
Muckamore Community Centre in Antrim is set to get a facelift thanks to a new £150,000 investment. Antrim and Newtownabbey Borough Council has awarded the contract to William Rodgers Construction, with work expected to get underway later this month. The scope of the project includes a new 105m sq
08/06/2022
Irish building materials company Kingspan has announced plans to exit Russia's market and invest €200m in a new Building Technology Campus in Ukraine. Kingspan's Building Technology Campus in Ukraine will manufacture advanced insulation products and district heating solutions. These technologies ar
08/06/2022
Funding of almost £100,000 has been pledged to regenerate shop fronts in Strabane. Up to 36 commercial properties on Derry Road and Market Street will be refreshed thanks to the investment from the Department for Communities. Speaking as she announced the funding, Communities Minister Deirdre Harg
08/06/2022
A call has been issued to restore public confidence in the Board of An Bord Pleanála amid ongoing investigations and media coverage of the national planning body. President of the Irish Planning Institute, Dr Conor Norton has warned of the potential to damage the reputation of planning and planners
08/06/2022
Pumice is a natural insulator; this is the unique property that separates pumice from all other chimney material. Schiedel Isokern is noteworthy for its flue & chimney products manufactured using high quality pumice which is recognised throughout Europe and USA.
07/06/2022
The vote has opened to identify Ireland's favourite building or public space in 2022. RIAI has launched its Public Choice Award, inviting people to vote for which of the 31 entries they prefer. The Public Choice Award marks the launch of the annual RIAI Architecture Awards, now in their 33rd year
07/06/2022
The Salthouse in Ballycastle, renowned for its eco friendly nature and commitment to sustainability, is set to expand to meet customer demands. Approximately £3.5 million will be invested in the property, adding a new restaurant and a range of eco cottages to its offering, while also creating 30 n
07/06/2022
Regeneration projects across the Lisburn and Castlereagh council area have been boosted with new investment. Lisburn & Castlereagh City Council has successfully secured funding through the Department for Communities, Department of Agriculture, Environment and Rural Affairs, and the Department for
07/06/2022
Global firm WindowMaster has marked its return to the Irish market with a new office in Dublin. The natural ventilation specialist has opened a new office in the capital, five years on from closing its sales office back in 2017. With optimal indoor air quality (IAQ), and green specification incre
07/06/2022
Firmus Energy has announced a rise in gas prices of almost 25% for customers in the Belfast area. This 24.54% increase will be in place from 01 July. Sinn Féin MP Paul Maskey has described the news as "another blow for workers and families". Paul Maskey said: "People need our help now. Infighti
07/06/2022
A new car park has opened to the public at Blaris Road in Lisburn. The new destination has been unveiled ahead of the busy summer season. Alderman Amanda Grehan, Chair of Lisburn & Castlereagh City Council's Development Committee said: "I hope the ideal location of this new car park will encourag
07/06/2022
A programme of resurfacing works has got underway in Dunmurry. The Department for Infrastructure launched a £144,000 scheme to improve the carriageway and footway along Hornbeam Road. These works will greatly improve the strength and surface quality of this section of the road network to the bene
07/06/2022
The team at Mourne Mountain Rescue have secured new equipment to support their work across the terrain. Environment Minister Edwin Poots visited Castlewellan Forest Park where he saw at first-hand some of the new rescue equipment funded under the Rural Community Rescue Scheme. The Minister was abl
07/06/2022
A warning has been issued to Irish Water customers in Loughrea, Co Galway, over potential disruption to supply due to key works. The national utility is partnering with Galway County Council to carry out essential works on the Loughrea Regional Water Supply Scheme. While these works are underway,
07/06/2022
Schiedel have invested in the latest production technology and is proud to introduce a new range of high performance rebated ceramic flue liners, which are fully CE tested and approved and are fully compatible with the increasingly efficient modern appliances, as well as meeting the more traditional
06/06/2022
The 130th President of Engineers Ireland has been officially inaugurated at an AGM last week. John Power will take over from Professor Orla Feely, Vice President for Research, Innovation and Impact at University College Dublin as President of the institution for the 2022/2023 session. A graduate o
06/06/2022
An exciting new pilot project has been launched to lay a low-noise road surface in Limerick. Funded by Limerick City and County Council and Transport Infrastructure Ireland, this innovative scheme will see a new surface laid along an 8km stretch of the M7 motorway between J28 Castletroy and J30 Ro
06/06/2022
The development of Dublin's South Docklands has taken a key step forward. An event was held to mark the topping out of The Shipping Office on Sir John Rogerson's Quay, which will become a landmark for the Docklands. Built to an exceptionally high standard to achieve LEED platinum & WiredScore cer
06/06/2022
Pedestrians all over County Limerick are set to enjoy safe new routes thanks to over 70 different Active Travel schemes. Funding of more than €10 million has been awarded to deliver the schemes from the National Transport Authority. These schemes will improve connectivity for communities in the ci
06/06/2022
Global building materials firm CRH has reached an agreement to acquire a brand new business. The Dublin headquartered company has acquired Barrette Outdoor Living from TorQuest Partners and Caisse de dépôt et placement du Québec (CDPQ). Barrette is North America's leading provider of residential
06/06/2022
A number of Merlo machines have begun operation at the rapidly expanding Sligo-based plant hire firm Comet Contracts Limited. The recent deliveries were made by Merlo's Irish distributor McHale Plant Sales. Headquartered in Ballinfull, the majority of Comet's contracts are based in the greater Du
06/06/2022
A new project is set to get underway to improve the water supply for residents in Carrickmourne, Co Kilkenny. Irish Water is leading the scheme, which will see the replacement of backyard water mains and new service connections starting tomorrow, Tuesday 07 June. This pipework, due to age and det
06/06/2022
Two key changes have been made to Ireland's Housing Assistance System. Housing Minister Darragh O'Brien raised the basic rate for single people and increased the discretionary rate for homeless and at risk of homeless cases outside of Dublin from 20% to 35%. Sinn Féin representative Eoin Ó Broin
06/06/2022
A series of improvements are to be delivered on the Enniscorthy water supply thanks to a partnership with Irish Water and Wexford County Council. Work will begin on Tuesday 07 June to replace water connections, typically made of iron or lead, that were installed in the back gardens of some older ho
06/06/2022
Schiedel offers a unique all-in-one system: a perfect union of wood burning stove & chimney, which is an ideal package if you are a self-builder or renovating your home in Northern Ireland or the Republic of Ireland. Adding heat sources which are a permanent feature means that you need the best qual
01/06/2022
Iconic Belfast shipbuilder Harland & Wolff has a struck a deal for a new £8.5 million initial contract in London. The firm will work with new client Cory Group on the fabrication of 11 barges, which will be used to transport London's recyclable and non-recyclable waste on the River Thames. Fabrica
01/06/2022
The redeveloped Limerick Greenway has become a popular destination over the first 10 months since reopening, welcoming over half a million visits. Approximately €10 million was invested by Limerick City and County Council to transform the 40km scenic greenway, allowing visitors to pass through the
01/06/2022
NI Water and local charity Foodstock have joined together to raise money towards the Ukrainian humanitarian crisis. The team has helped raise £6,380, assisting Foodstock with their work in refugee camps on the border regions. NI Water Business Services Manager, Movita MacKenzie said: "NI Water st
01/06/2022
A public realm enhancement scheme which helps support the vision for Strandhill in Sligo is set to undergo another public consultation. Sligo County Council is leading the project after securing RRDF funding for the first stage of a new public realm scheme for the villages of Rosses Point and Stran
01/06/2022
The Peoples Park in Athy, Co Kildare, is set to undergo a programme of upgrades. A closure will be in place for improvements from Tuesday 07 June until Friday 01 July. These works will include the widening and resurfacing of 450m of existing paths to make all paths 2m wide, as well as the installat
01/06/2022
The 2022 Smart Energy Conference has been confirmed for Belfast this autumn. This year's event will take place in the Clayton Hotel in the heart of Belfast on Thursday 06 October. Hosted by Renewable NI and sponsored by Carson McDowell, the full-day conference will focus on the implementation of
01/06/2022
A network of 70 ancient trees have been named across the UK and dedicated to The Queen in celebration of the Platinum Jubilee, including one in Belfast's Belvoir Park Forest. Environment Minister Edwin Poots visited 'The Belvoir Oak' tree to mark its inclusion under the Queen's Green Canopy (QGC)
01/06/2022
The Kingscourt Town Centre Regeneration Scheme in County Cavan has reached a major milestone with a key appointment. An Integrated Design Team headed by Tobin Consulting Engineers has been appointed by Cavan County Council to deliver the scheme. The consultancy services have been procured to dev
01/06/2022
A new decision on planning permission for the redevelopment of Casement Park in west Belfast has been welcomed. The High Court ruled to uphold the decision to approve the new 34,000 seater stadium at Casement Park. Infrastructure Minister John O'Dowd has praised the ruling, claiming it "signals a
01/06/2022
The Green Party NI has welcomed the unveiling of new efoiler technology at Artemis Technologies, part of their zero emissions solution for maritime travel between Belfast and Bangor. The Bangor Central Councillor Stephen Dunlop said: "I was delighted to attend the event, alongside my colleague Cllr
01/06/2022
ePURO is an electrostatic fine dust separator for effectively reducing flue gas particles in wood burning appliances in existing buildings, drastically reducing PM 2.5 particles by up to 95%. As a renewable resource, wood releases only as much carbon dioxide (CO2) when burning, the same as with the
