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Commercial construction costs stabilise creating a window for infrastructure delivery

Author: Irish Independent

Tender prices for large commercial projects in Ireland rose by just 1.5% in the first half of 2025, continuing a steady trend of modest increases.

Construction growth outpaces workforce supply in Wyoming

Author: WYoming

Wyoming’s construction sector continues to post strong gains in jobs and wages, yet employers in Johnson County are struggling to attract and retain young workers.

Construction risks missing future talent without stronger careers guidance

Author: BNW

As GCSE results are released, the Chartered Institute of Building warns that the UK’s housing and climate ambitions could falter without greater efforts to attract young talent into construction.

Rising standards

Author: April Lara

The construction sector is under pressure in multiple markets, yet amid the turbulence, a quiet transformation is taking shape.

Irish Construction Industry Awards 2025 reveal the companies redefining the sector

Author: April Lara

The Irish Construction Industry Awards 2025 shortlist has shone a spotlight on the companies and projects driving innovation, efficiency, and excellence across the sector.

INFRONEER cleared to acquire Sumitomo Mitsui Construction in Philippines

Author: BusienessWorld

The Philippine Competition Commission has approved INFRONEER Holdings’ acquisition of Sumitomo Mitsui Construction, noting no overlapping operations or supplier relationships between the companies.

scrutiny grows over political ties in Philippine construction contracts

Author: Rappler

Audit findings reveal that major flood control and infrastructure projects are dominated by firms linked to politicians, their families, and campaign donors.

final designs delay start of Cygnet Bridge project in Peterborough

Author: BBC

Peterborough’s £8.3m Cygnet Bridge linking Fletton Quays to the Embankment faces delays as council officers review final designs.

Ireland’s construction sector struggles with scale and productivity

Author: Irish Independent

Fewer than 10% of Irish construction workers are employed by large firms with 250+ employees, compared with a 15% average in other high-income European countries.

Ireland completes state-of-the-art government data centre in Kildare

Author: DCD

Ireland has finished construction of a €80m government-owned data centre at the Backweston Campus in Kildare, designed to consolidate multiple legacy facilities and provide critical infrastructure for State agencies including Revenue, An Garda Síochána, and Social Protection.

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