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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.
Cardo Group boosts revenue by 74 per cent following acquisitions
Cardo Group, a UK and Ireland-based building services and social housing specialist, reported a 74 per cent revenue increase to £145.2 million in FY2025. Growth followed acquisitions and expanded operations across multiple regions.
Structural Excellence
The construction sector continues to evolve through strategic development, technological innovation, and recognition of operational excellence. Organisations are navigating market pressures, digital transformation, and sustainability priorities to deliver projects that meet demand while setting new standards for efficiency and quality. Housing delivery remains a national priority. Ireland sets out plan to build 300,000 homes highlights ambitious efforts to address the housing crisis, combining policy commitment with private and public sector collaboration to meet urgent demand. Technological advancement is shaping modern construction. Data centre construction boom surges illustrates how AI-driven demand is accelerating specialised infrastructure, supporting digital economies while creating opportunities for innovative engineering and project delivery. Celebrating this year’s pinnacle of construction excellence, O’Carroll Engineering as Sub‑Contractor of the Year was recognised in the Irish Construction Industry Awards 2025, highlighting 35 years of innovation and leadership in modular steel fabrication. They exemplify how sustainability and client-focused execution builds long-term quality that will shape Ireland’s construction landscape in 2026 and beyond. These developments demonstrate a construction landscape defined by strategic investment, technological progress, and award-winning operational expertise. Explore the full stories and stay informed on the projects shaping Ireland’s construction future.
Caldwell Ritchie Berry launches as specialist construction law firm
Construction lawyers Jamie Ritchie, Stefan Berry, and Kenny Caldwell launch Caldwell Ritchie Berry, a specialist law firm in Belfast and Dublin, offering director-led construction, contract, and procurement advice nationally and internationally.
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