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Belfast hospitality group submits plans for boutique hotel above city centre bar

Author: Archie Villaflores

Belfast hospitality group Clover Group has submitted plans for a 20-bedroom boutique hotel above Clarence Chambers on Donegall Square East. The development includes a multi-suite penthouse with private bar and outdoor jacuzzi.

Savills Ireland acquires Dublin consultancy to strengthen all-island capabilities

Author: Archie Villaflores

Savills Ireland has acquired The Building Consultancy, a Dublin-based building and project consultancy established in 2007. The transaction strengthens the estate agent's all-island presence following its purchase of Osborne King in 2025.

Grafton Group acquires Irish timber frame specialist Cygnum to strengthen new-build capabilities

Author: Archie Villaflores

Irish building materials supplier Grafton Group is acquiring offsite timber frame specialist Cygnum for an undisclosed sum. The County Cork-headquartered firm generated €45.6 million revenue and €7.9 million adjusted operating profit in 2025.

Stacked joins Building and Architect of the Year Awards 2026 as Gold Sponsor

Author: Jed Nykolle Harme

Stacked Group, a leading provider of workplace and technology solutions, has been named Gold Sponsor of the Building and Architect of the Year Awards 2026, marking a significant partnership that reinforces the programme's standing as a benchmark event within Ireland's built environment sector. Founded over 55 years ago, Stacked Group has grown from its origins in audio visual solutions into one of Ireland's most comprehensive workplace technology providers. Today, the company operates across six specialist divisions, Audio Visual, Managed Print Services, IT Hardware and Software, AV Event Production, Workplace Supplies, and Branded Merchandise, serving more than 2,500 clients with a customer retention rate of 96.5%.

Philippine contractor secures ₱1.6 billion residential and hospitality contracts

Author: Archie Villaflores

Philippines-based engineering and construction firm EEI has secured ₱1.6 billion (€22.85 million) worth of residential and hospitality projects in early 2026. The Yuchengco family-backed company strengthens its footprint in regional markets outside Metro Manila.

Swedish consultancy acquires Belgian architecture firm for urban development expertise

Author: Archie Villaflores

Swedish engineering consultancy Sweco has acquired Belgian architecture firm CONIX RDBM Architects with offices in Brussels and Antwerp. The Stockholm-headquartered company adds approximately 50 experts specialising in sustainable urban development and master planning.

Northern Territory contractor acquires Melbourne firm for Victorian market entry

Author: Archie Villaflores

Australian contractor DCOH has entered the Victorian market through acquisition of Melbourne-based Unlimited Commercial Constructions. The Northern Territory-headquartered firm, which employs over 300 people, expects $300 million turnover this financial year.

Breedon completes acquisition of County Laois quarrying and concrete business

Author: Archie Villaflores

Irish operations of UK construction materials group Breedon have completed the acquisition of Booth Precast Products in County Laois. The transaction secures mineral reserves and expands concrete operations serving the Dublin market.

QBM expands façade portfolio with ROCKWOOL Rockpanel cladding solutions

Author: Archie Villaflores

Irish building materials supplier QBM has added ROCKWOOL Rockpanel cladding solutions to its façade portfolio. The Dublin-based company provides Irish architects and construction professionals with access to high-performance cladding materials in over 200 colours.

Belfast consultancy sells significant stake to strengthen growth capabilities

Author: Archie Villaflores

Belfast construction consultancy WH Stephens has sold a significant equity stake to Gardiner & Theobald, backed by Hennick & Company. The 161-year-old firm strengthens growth prospects across health, education, commercial, and residential sectors.

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