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Gravis secures funding to expand AI earthmoving technology
Zurich-based startup Gravis Robotics secures $23M (£20m) to expand its AI-driven earthmoving technology across the UK, US, and EU. The funding supports autonomous and operator-assist construction machinery, targeting higher site productivity and efficiency.
McQuillan Companies expands construction footprint with strategic acquisition
A Northern Ireland construction group has expanded its contracting and facilities management reach through a new acquisition. The move adds scale across civil engineering, demolition and maintenance services in Ireland and Britain.
McAvoy appoints new design manager to support healthcare construction growth
A Northern Ireland construction and offsite manufacturing firm has expanded its healthcare construction capability with the appointment of a new design manager. The move highlights continued activity in healthcare construction pipelines.
BAM advances hospital construction through expanded use of Autodesk digital tools
A major construction digitalisation milestone emerges as BAM UK and Ireland advances work on Ireland’s National Children’s Hospital using Autodesk Construction Cloud. The project highlights how large-scale builds are shifting towards data-driven delivery across complex sites.
Daiwa House acquires major stake in Sumitomo Densetsu
Daiwa House Industry is acquiring a 49.34% stake in engineering company Sumitomo Densetsu for USD1.9bn (€1.65bn). The deal involves a tender offer and a planned share buyback in Japan.
Development Lens
This edition focuses on notable movements in the construction sector, where recognition, growth, and strategic expansion are converging to shape industry dynamics. Just last month, Mitchell McDermott Wins Two Awards at the Irish Construction Industry Awards 2025 demonstrates sustained excellence, highlighting the firm’s innovative approach and commitment to project delivery across Ireland. This achievement establishes a new standard for next year’s awards, challenging peers to match its level of performance and innovation. Meanwhile, Cardo Group boosts revenue 74 per cent following acquisitions illustrates how consolidation and targeted acquisitions can drive operational performance, expanding reach across the UK and Ireland’s housing and maintenance sectors. On an international scale, SGTM secures approval for Casablanca stock exchange listing marks a milestone for Morocco’s construction sector, offering the company access to capital markets and positioning it for pan-African growth. These stories underline the strategic importance of recognition, investment, and financial positioning for companies navigating competitive and evolving markets. Explore the full coverage to see how these developments could influence construction practices, partnerships, and growth strategies across domestic and international markets.
SGTM secures approval for Casablanca stock exchange listing
Société Générale des Travaux du Maroc, a leading Moroccan construction company, has received regulatory approval for its IPO on the Casablanca Stock Exchange. The listing aims to support growth and expand the company’s footprint across Africa.
Walls Group expands capabilities with new technology division
Walls Construction Holdings Limited, an Irish building contractor, has launched Walls Technology Limited to expand its construction and technical services. The subsidiary will focus on data centres, life sciences, infrastructure, and energy projects in Ireland and Europe.
Mitchell McDermott Wins Two Awards at the Irish Construction Industry Awards 2025
Last month, Mitchell McDermott was recognised with two Irish Construction Industry Awards, Consultancy of the Year and Diversity and Equality and Inclusion Strategy, establishing a standard that will shape expectations for the 2026 awards.
Breedon maintains growth amid subdued construction demand
Breedon Group, a UK-based construction materials supplier with operations in Ireland and the US, reported a 9 per cent revenue increase for the ten months to October 2025. Market headwinds affected residential and infrastructure demand.
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