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Ireland seeks €20bn in annual investment to deliver 300,000 homes by 2030
The Irish government is seeking to attract approximately €20 billion in annual development finance to deliver at least 300,000 new homes by 2030. Housing Minister James Browne led a delegation to MIPIM 2026 in Cannes to pitch the investment opportunity to international capital.
OCS Ireland acquires Top Security to strengthen integrated facilities management offering
OCS Ireland has acquired security firm Top Security, adding over 300 staff and expanding its technology-enabled security and remote monitoring capabilities. The deal brings OCS Ireland's workforce to almost 4,000 people.
Derek McDonald named Facilities Management Leader 2026 at the Facilities Management Awards
Derek McDonald, Senior Facilities Manager Europe at AMD, was named Facilities Management Leader 2026 at this year's awards, recognised for two decades of strategic leadership across multinational FM portfolios spanning 28 offices in 14 countries. His win sets a compelling benchmark for individual FM leadership as the sector continues to raise its expectations of senior practitioners.
From Reactive to Resilient: How Emerging Sub-Segments Are Redefining Facilities Management’s Strategic Value
The Business Research Company's Facilities Support Services Global Market Report forecasts the sector will reach $294.37 billion (€271 billion) by 2029 at a 9.6% CAGR, driven by smart building technologies, ESG demands, and consolidation.
Birmingham property management firm Fishers acquires Whittle Estates in first deal
Birmingham property management agency Fishers has acquired local firm Whittle Estates & Property Services, backed by a £345,000 Midlands Engine Investment Fund II loan. The deal expands its portfolio to around 750 properties.
ISS renews integrated facilities contract with Virgin Media O2 across UK sites
Global workplace experience and facility services company ISS has renewed and expanded its integrated facilities management contract with Virgin Media O2, one of the UK's largest telecoms and entertainment companies. The two-year agreement commences in Q1 2026.
UCC redirects €60m business school investment to main campus in five-year capital plan
University College Cork has scrapped plans for an off-campus business school and redirected a €60m investment to its main campus. The decision forms part of a €350m-plus capital plan covering facilities, digital infrastructure and student accommodation.
Gilbert-Ash reaches topping out on two BREEAM-rated Premier Inn hotels in Dublin
Northern Ireland construction firm Gilbert-Ash has reached topping out on two Premier Inn hotels in Dublin city centre. Both developments are designed to achieve BREEAM 'Excellent' ratings and are due for completion at the end of 2026.
EirTrade Aviation gains approval to build sustainable high-capacity facility at Knock airport
EirTrade Aviation has secured planning permission to construct a 10,500 m² MRO facility at Ireland West Airport Knock. The project features sustainable building design and integrated operational infrastructure relevant to facilities and asset management professionals.
Facilities Management Awards 2026 reveals winners as sector celebrates excellence in Awards Gala
The Facilities Management Awards 2026 has announced its winners, honouring Ireland's leading facilities and property management professionals and organisations at a black-tie gala on 11 March 2026 in Dublin. This year's honourees set a new benchmark for excellence across the sector, signalling the sector’s direction for Ireland's FM community this year.
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