Engineers Ireland has published an assessment of Ireland’s transport system, with recommendations to deliver a more sustainable, efficient and inclusive network. This report focuses on transport infrastructure in Ireland and how transport is needed to ensure economic and sustainable growth in Ireland. Download here The report argues that bold, urgent investment is required to […]
The landmark development of Ireland’s first indoor velodrome reached a major milestone today as Ministers and sporting leaders turned the sod on the National Velodrome and Badminton Centre (NVBC). The event marks the official start of construction for the transformative facility on the Sport Ireland Campus. A World-Class Hub for High Performance and Participation The […]
As we are set to move into 2026, the construction industry is accelerating into a new era defined by digital fluency, green imperatives, and a reimagined workforce. For professionals and companies preparing for the year ahead, understanding these trends is critical for future-proofing careers and businesses. Here are the five key trends fundamentally reshaping construction […]
Construction Information Services (CIS) (CIS) reports Ireland's construction market will hit over €20.4bn by 2027, driven by civil engineering and commercial projects, with significant growth predicted in 2027 (+28%) after a dip in 2026, despite challenges like housing sector growth slowing, notes The Irish Independent and O'Neill & Brennan, highlighting overall strength despite sector variations. Key Takeaways from the […]
The construction industry in Ireland is thriving, driven by ambitious housing, commercial, and infrastructure projects. For anyone seeking a hands-on, in-demand, and creative trade, plastering offers a perfect pathway. It’s a skill that transforms bare walls and ceilings into smooth, finished surfaces and provides the essential final touch that defines the quality of any build. […]
Minister for Transport Darragh O’Brien has secured Cabinet approval for the Sectoral Investment Plan for Transport under the recent National Development Plan (NDP) Review. The NDP Review is the largest and most significant capital injection in our economy in the history of the State, supporting comprehensive upgrading of our water, energy and transport infrastructure to […]
Atlantic Technological University (ATU) Sligo offers a Level 6 Higher Certificate in Construction Economics. This add-on course is specifically designed for professionals currently working in the construction industry who are seeking to use the experience and knowledge gained to obtain employment in a wide variety of areas such as Site Surveyors, Estimators, Site Clerks, Materials […]
One of Ireland's biggest-ever infrastructure projects, the MetroLink, will require up to 8,000 workers, as reported by nova.ie, with a Dáil committee hearing revealing that the largest contracts are likely to go to overseas firms who will bring in a significant portion of their own staff. The assessment of the staffing challenge was delivered by […]
The Irish Construction Industry Awards 2025 were presented at the Gala Ceremony on 10th October 2025 at the Convention Centre Dublin (CCD). In a ceremony celebrating project excellence, safety, and innovation, Duggan Brothers and Shareridge emerged as the night's biggest winners, each claiming one of the top accolades. Duggan Brothers secured the highly coveted Contractor […]
Ireland's construction sector showed tentative signs of stabilisation in October, with a sharp slowdown in its rate of decline and a surprise return to growth for commercial activity, the latest AIB Construction PMI® reveals. The headline seasonally adjusted Total Activity Index rose markedly to 48.1 in October, up from 43.7 in September. While this marks […]
