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Full coverage: Construction

“They preyed on my trust and my faith”: Irish brothers convicted in US construction scam

Fermanagh brothers Patrick and Matthew McDonagh targeted elderly homeowners in multiple states doing bogus construction jobs, raking in hundreds of thousands of dollars.

Jonathan Keane
17th Dec, 2024 - 2 min read

From AI to clean concrete: Where has CRH’s venture arm been writing cheques?

The venture arm of the construction supplies giant is steadily amassing a portfolio of tech and sustainability start-ups.

Jonathan Keane
1st Nov, 2024 - 6 min read

“One of the most respected companies in the space”: Irish lifting firm WH Scott acquires UK counterpart

The Wicklow-headquartered company has made its fourth acquisition in the past three years in the form of Bristol-based RHC Lifting.

Michael Cogley
16th Oct, 2024 - 3 min read

Cork plant hire company CPH scooped up for €33m by London-listed firm

UK firm Vp PLC said it eyed the Charleville-based company for its “specialist capabilities”, electric-powered fleet and an opportunity to enter the Irish market.

Jonathan Keane
3rd Oct, 2024 - 2 min read

Work halted as developer refinances €475m central Dublin office and apartment project

The Oaktree-backed mixed-used project at the former DIT campus on Kevin Street is one of the largest commercial developments in the country. Pending the close of fresh multi-million-euro funding, project completion is now likely in 2026.

Niall Sargent
27th Sep, 2024 - 3 min read

A tale of two plans: Labour plots reform to curb nimby power and ramp up UK housebuilding

As the British government re-introduces housebuilding targets and amps up affordability, should Ireland take note of its approach to objectors?

Michael Cogley
24th Sep, 2024 - 9 min read

“False claims” and a “false market”: The €14.2bn Irish building materials giant and the damning Grenfell fire report

The report of the inquiry into the fire that claimed the lives of 72 people speaks to a litany of industry failures and highlights significant issues at Kingspan.

Michael Cogley
7th Sep, 2024 - 11 min read

Mannok deal buys Turkey’s Çimsa a €330m foothold in British and Irish markets

Once part of the Quinn business empire, Fermanagh-based Mannok is set to join a business controlled by one of Turkey's wealthiest families – and return its US owners a comfortable exit.

Michael Cogley
29th Aug, 2024 - 6 min read

“I’d like to be known as a good boss, parent, wife and friend”: Emma Maye on being an unexpected CEO

From hard times to leading a thriving homebuilder and building supplier, the winner of the Image PwC Businesswoman of the Year Award tells her story.

Tom Lyons
12th Aug, 2024 - 10 min read

“Family heritage and loyalty”: Succession row plays out in construction dynasty

Valued at over €70 million, Walls Construction Ltd is in the middle of a shareholder battle over diluting equity to reward the new management team. Can the sides reach a "sensible resolution" out of court?

Francesca Comyn
26th Feb, 2024 - 8 min read
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