Stay Informed on Corporate Sustainability

Author: Archie Villaflores

The construction industry stands at the threshold of renewal, defined by technological advancement, financial innovation and modernised governance. This edition explores how key players are driving progress through excellence, reform and strategic investment. Our lead story, Shareridge recognised as Leading Contractor in Irish Construction Industry Awards 2025, exemplifies how operational strength and forward-thinking leadership can deliver sustained growth. The accolade highlights a shift toward value-driven performance, where innovation and accountability underpin industry success. RIAI introduces modernised contract forms to streamline project delivery, attention turns to policy and process. The initiative signals a pragmatic evolution in how projects are managed, reducing complexity and fostering greater collaboration between stakeholders. Such reform reflects a maturing sector ready to balance ambition with efficiency. Riverchain secures funding to reshape construction liquidity across Asia brings a financial perspective to transformation. Its focus on liquidity and transparency demonstrates how technology-led investment can unlock resilience and agility in global supply chains. These developments illustrate a powerful narrative of industry renewal that champions leadership, precision and sustainable progress. The future of construction is being built not just in concrete and steel, but in vision and trust.

Author: Jed Nykolle Harme

Shareridge has been awarded the Contractor of the Year award at the Irish Construction Industry Awards 2025, held on October 10th, 2025, celebrating its leadership in civil engineering and commitment to delivering sustainable, high-quality infrastructure nationwide.

Author: Global Construction Review

Taiwan’s Danjiang Bridge is nearing completion, setting a new global benchmark in bridge engineering. Designed by Zaha Hadid Architects, the structure will enhance regional mobility while balancing functionality, aesthetics, and resilience against natural forces.

Author: AsiaTechDaily

Riverchain has secured US$5 million (€4.6 million) to address construction payment bottlenecks through fintech innovation. The Hong Kong firm’s expansion across Southeast Asia aims to unlock liquidity for subcontractors and reshape project financing models.

Author: Irish Building Magazine

The Royal Institute of the Architects of Ireland (RIAI) has launched its 2025 Construction Contract editions, modernising industry-standard agreements for clarity, collaboration, and efficiency. The updates align with current contracting realities and stakeholder needs.

Author: The Engineer

Irish engineering firm Ecovolve is reshaping construction equipment with zero-emission battery-powered dumpers and loaders that outperform diesel rivals. Its purpose-built designs prioritise energy efficiency, low maintenance, and high manoeuvrability.

Author: Business Plus

Fitzpatrick & Heavey Group has acquired PS Supplies for €2 million, strengthening its foothold in Ireland’s construction supply sector. The deal enhances the Group’s distribution capacity and supports its nationwide growth and housing development strategy.

Author: CNBC

Amazon, Meta, and Prologis have joined the Sustainable Concrete Buyers Alliance to boost demand for low-carbon cement. The partnership leverages collective purchasing power to fund decarbonisation projects and advance sustainable practices in global construction and real estate.

Author: Jed Nykolle Harme

The construction industry stands at a defining moment, where tradition and technology are no longer at odds but are instead reinforcing each other. In this edition, Modern Foundations explores how forward-thinking companies and innovators are setting new standards for sustainability, efficiency, and quality. Ireland’s construction scene offers a glimpse of this progress. Celebrating Ireland’s Construction Excellence – Watch the Highlights showcases the firms and projects pushing the boundaries of performance and design, setting benchmarks that resonate beyond national borders. Alongside this, New contractor brings A-rated construction to Meath demonstrates how smaller builders are matching ambition with execution, prioritising energy efficiency, transparency, and local trust. At the global level, Amazon, Meta and Prologis join forces to drive low-carbon concrete innovation highlights the scale of collaboration required to decarbonise one of the world’s most carbon-intensive materials. Their collective action underscores how shared responsibility and market demand can accelerate systemic change. Each of these stories reflects a sector evolving toward smarter, cleaner, and more resilient ways of building. As industry pressures mount, the path forward lies in aligning innovation with accountability, which serves as the cornerstone of modern construction progress. Explore the full stories and join the conversation shaping tomorrow’s built environment.

Author: Jed Nykolle Harme

The official video of the Irish Construction Industry Awards 2025 captures the energy, innovation, and pride that defined this year’s celebration of Ireland’s leading construction professionals.