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Irish construction faces undeniable headwinds.
Construction activity in Ireland contracts for fifth consecutive month
Ireland’s construction sector declined for a fifth month in September, with residential, commercial, and civil projects falling, while Respond plans record social housing completions and government policies aim to support recovery.
Avove Ireland joins Business in Community NI to champion responsible business
Avove Ireland has joined Business in the Community NI, demonstrating its commitment to responsible business practices, sustainability, diversity, and community impact, leveraging its expertise in water, wastewater, and infrastructure projects across Northern Ireland.
Wills Bros awarded €265M contract for Dublin Airport underpass
Wills Bros and Sacyr Ireland Ltd to build €265M West Apron Vehicle Underpass at Dublin Airport, improving airside safety, efficiency, and future-proofing operations for passengers, cargo, and critical airport services.
Daewoo E&C positioned to lead in global LNG plant expansion
Interest in LNG infrastructure is rising as the Alaska LNG project gains momentum, with POSCO International joining Glenfarne Alaska LNG. Daewoo E&C, experienced in global liquefaction plants, aims to expand its footprint and deliver efficient, low-carbon LNG solutions worldwide.
Global engineering conference opens in Shanghai highlighting green innovation
The WFEO 2025 General Assembly in Shanghai highlights global engineering innovations, unveils top achievements, and promotes collaboration for a greener, sustainable future across 60+ countries and 30 million engineers.
Meet the finalists driving innovation at Ireland’s Engineering Excellence Awards 2025
Ireland’s most visionary engineers and innovators are preparing to take centre stage as the Engineering Excellence Awards 2025 return to celebrate the projects and people shaping the nation’s future.
Engineering Progress
The Engineering and Construction sectors are navigating a period of challenge and opportunity. While domestic activity faces temporary slowdowns, companies are leveraging innovation, strategic investment, and global expertise to maintain momentum and deliver long-term value. In Construction activity in Ireland contracts, the fifth consecutive month of slowdown highlights the pressures facing domestic projects. The trend underscores the importance of strategic planning and adaptive project management to sustain progress amid market fluctuations. Meanwhile, Daewoo E&C positioned for LNG expansion demonstrates how Irish and international firms are securing leadership roles in large-scale global projects. By combining technical expertise with strategic execution, companies are contributing to critical infrastructure while enhancing competitiveness on the world stage. This edition also celebrates innovation and excellence at home. Engineering Excellence Awards 2025 finalists showcase organisations turning ambition into tangible achievement, setting benchmarks for safety, sustainability, and technical advancement. The developments highlight a sector defined by resilience, vision, and a commitment to engineering progress.
Ireland strengthens Trade and Investment ties with Germany
Enterprise Ireland and IDA Ireland lead a trade mission to Southern Germany, strengthening partnerships in MedTech, space, and sustainable construction, with new contracts across aviation, agri-tech, and life sciences sectors.
Smiths Group agrees £1.3B sale of Interconnect business
Smiths Group will sell its Smiths Interconnect unit to US firm Molex Electronic for £1.3 billion, advancing its plan to streamline operations and return proceeds to shareholders.
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