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Fermi America advances Texas nuclear campus planning with Hyundai partnership
A US energy developer is advancing construction planning for a large-scale nuclear campus in Texas through partnership with a South Korean contractor. The 11-gigawatt project includes engineering design for four reactor units targeting baseload power demand from AI and data centres.
BAM secures contract for NHS staff accommodation in rural Devon
A UK contractor has secured an £18.6m (€21.7m) contract to deliver staff accommodation at a remote English hospital, addressing workforce recruitment challenges. The 120-bedroom scheme represents the first phase of a hospital redevelopment programme backed by national funding.
Construction begins on Teagasc research facility at Cork campus
Teagasc has commenced construction of a research centre at its Moorepark facility in County Cork, expanding Ireland's agricultural science infrastructure. The development will house laboratories and specialist equipment supporting dairy and grassland research programmes.
ML Quinn secures contract for West Sligo social housing scheme
Sligo County Council has signed contracts for 26 social housing units across two West Sligo sites, with construction commencing this month. The scheme represents continued local authority investment in housing delivery, with completion scheduled for mid-2027.
Breedon reopens Sligo quarry to strengthen Irish construction materials supply
A UK construction materials group has reopened a County Sligo quarry following planning approval, expanding aggregates supply across northwest Ireland. The facility becomes the company's 10th active quarry in Ireland, supporting infrastructure, residential and commercial projects.
Building Momentum Accelerates
The construction industry stands at a pivotal juncture where technical excellence, international collaboration and ambitious development converge to address infrastructure requirements and economic growth. This dynamic environment reflects both resilience and strategic ambition across the sector. Inspired by the trailblazers of 2025, the recognition in 'Kilcawley Construction wins Contractor Commercial Project of the Year at Irish Construction Industry Awards 2025' showcases the quality standards Irish firms continue to achieve. Such accolades provide momentum heading into this year's awards cycle. Furthermore, 'Enterprise Ireland leads record construction delegation to Netherlands data centre event' demonstrates how Irish construction expertise is positioning itself within high-growth international markets. This strategic engagement reflects the sector's maturation beyond domestic borders. Lastly, 'RXR begins construction on luxury apartments at Long Island waterfront scheme' illustrates the scale of development activity addressing premium residential demand. Such projects signal investor confidence and the industry's ability to deliver complex schemes combining architectural ambition with commercial viability. These developments collectively reveal a sector gaining international traction whilst maintaining delivery excellence. Explore each article to understand how construction is building tomorrow's infrastructure today.
Kilcawley Construction wins Contractor Commercial Project of the Year at Irish Construction Industry Awards 2025
Honoured for technical precision and operational excellence last year, Kilcawley Construction claimed Contractor Commercial Project of the Year at the Irish Construction Industry Awards 2025, establishing a benchmark for commercial delivery as the sector advances toward 2026.
Keller acquires Wisconsin construction firm to expand design-build portfolio
A Wisconsin design-build contractor has acquired a 134-year-old construction firm specialising in education and senior living projects. The transaction consolidates two regional operators under employee ownership whilst maintaining independent operations and a 335-person workforce.
RXR begins construction on luxury apartments at Long Island waterfront scheme
A US real estate developer has commenced construction on a luxury residential building as part of a $1.3 billion (€1.2 billion) mixed-use waterfront scheme. The 101-unit project advances a development programme transforming a former industrial site into a multi-phase community.
JJ Rhatigan secures contract for Cork garda headquarters construction
A contractor has been appointed to deliver a new county garda headquarters in Cork, advancing a major public sector infrastructure project. The 4,338 sq. m facility will consolidate operational capacity and marks a significant milestone in Ireland's justice sector capital programme.
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