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Author: Construction Dive

US technology firms OpenAI and Oracle and Vantage Data Centers will construct a $15 billion (€12.9 billion) data centre campus near Milwaukee, Wisconsin. The project highlights the growing influence of AI infrastructure on the construction sector.

Author: Irish Independent

GEDA Construction Company has submitted plans for a multi-million euro housing development in Monaghan. The project proposes 49 new homes with supporting infrastructure, reflecting growth in residential construction in the region.

Author: Yahoo News

GRAHAM has won a contract to construct new offices and laboratories for Forensic Science Northern Ireland in Carrickfergus. Project Atlas will modernise facilities and strengthen forensic operations across Northern Ireland.

Author: Raidió Teilifís Éireann

Walls Construction reports strong financial results for 2024, with pre-tax profits rising 48% to €36.56m. The company strengthens its management team and maintains a robust cash position for upcoming construction projects.

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.