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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.

Jersey construction sector faces mounting pressure as firms collapse

Author: BBC

Two long-standing construction companies, Style Group and Amplus Limited, have closed, sparking warnings of “shockwaves across the economy” from the Jersey Chamber of Commerce.

Rising foundations

Author: April Lara

Irish construction is at a crossroads, balancing caution with opportunity.

Irish Construction Industry Awards 2025 highlight what the judges value

Author: April Lara

The 2025 Irish Construction Industry Awards continue to set the benchmark for recognising excellence across Ireland’s construction sector.

Student accommodation project set to transform Shannon town centre

Author: Irish Independent

A vacant building in Shannon is set for a major transformation after Clare County Council approved its conversion into student housing linked to the Shannon College of Hotel Management.

CWS invests in high-spec Blarney Business Park facility

Author: Irish Examiner

CWS Workwear is set to establish a €20m, 32,000 sq ft Grade A laundry facility in Cork’s Blarney Business Park, marking another strategic win for the JCD Group-led development.

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