Progress Engine

The construction sector is evolving beyond recovery and into a phase defined by technological ambition, financial resilience, and design innovation. This edition of Progress Engine brings together stories that illustrate how strategy and adaptability are reshaping the industry’s foundations.

Reddy A+U Named Architecture Practice of the Year at the Irish Construction Industry Awards 2025 highlights a parallel story of creative and technical excellence. Recognition at this level underscores the sector’s increasing focus on design leadership as a competitive differentiator across complex urban and public realm projects.

Walls Construction posts 48% profit rise as revenues exceed €630m reflects the firm’s strong financial performance and a disciplined approach to project delivery and cost management at scale. It signals how well-capitalised contractors are navigating inflationary pressures while maintaining growth momentum.

Meanwhile, OpenAI and Oracle set to build $15 billion data centre campus in Wisconsin marks a decisive shift in global construction priorities. The sheer scale of AI infrastructure investment is transforming how firms plan, collaborate, and compete for capacity within high-value, data-led markets.

These developments demonstrate how construction remains central to economic progress and digital transition. Explore the full stories to see where progress is being built.