NI Builder

The latest NI Builder magazine is here! Stay informed with the biggest stories in Northern Ireland’s construction industry. In this issue: 🔹 Building Belfast’s £340M Grand Central Station – A transformative project for the city. 🔹 Ulidia Integrated College - Creating a permanent home for integrated education. 🔹 NI wastewater crisis – Ministers urged to take action. Read the full issue now: https://bit.ly/3QL17U0 #NIBuilder #ConstructionNI #Industrynews #Readnow #NIBuilder #ConstructionNI #Industrynews #Readnow The Chartered Institute of Building (CIOB) WOMEN'STEC P&K McKaigue Ltd Farrans Construction Woodvale Construction Company OHMG Ltd Leo Matheson

Kilsaran strengthens its leadership team with the appointment of Paul Herr as head of sales for Paving and KPRO Facades & Mortars in Ireland. With over 25 years of sales experience, Paul joins as part of a wider restructure aimed at driving growth across the Irish and UK markets. The move supports Kilsaran’s ambitious five-year plan, with a renewed focus on service, innovation and strong partnerships in the merchant, commercial and retail sectors. Read the full story here: https://bit.ly/4idB9ni #Kilsaran #sales #constructionnews KILSARAN (INTERNATIONAL) LIMITED

MacBlair has been unveiled as the official builders’ merchant partner of the Irish Football Association — a major collaboration supporting grassroots football across Northern Ireland. As part of the partnership, MacBlair will back the Irish FA Foundation’s People & Clubs programme and launch two support funds to help clubs improve facilities, access equipment and strengthen their communities. Real support. Lasting impact. Read the full story here: https://bit.ly/3EoCKci #MacBlair #IrishFA #grassrootsfootball #buildingsupportfund #communitysport #NorthernIrelandfootball MacBlair Irish Football Association

What a fantastic two days at BEPEX Belfast 2025! Thank you to everyone who visited and exhibited – you helped make BEPEX at the Eikon Centre a success. From exciting product showcases to valuable networking, BUILDEX, ELECTEX and PLUMBEX brought the industry together. We’re already looking ahead…next up: National Indoor Arena, Dublin – we can’t wait to see you there! To read the full review click here: https://bit.ly/42wXHtI #BEPEX2025 #BUILDEX #ELECTEX #PLUMBEX #tradeshow #constructionindustry Tool Monster Carhartt KNIPEX Tools UK Ltd STABILA_Official Velocity Pro Gear SPEEDY HIRE (IRELAND) LIMITED Combilift BLÅKLÄDER aka BLAKLADER Construction Employers Federation (CEF) Federation of Master Builders AbbeyAutoline Oxnorth Simpro Software Ridgeway Online Copper Industries & LB Cylinders Wavin Graf UK Ltd CT1 - The Snag List Eliminator International Powered Access Federation (IPAF) The Lighthouse Charity The Fencing People GRIFFON (Bolton Adhesives) Whiskey Investment Club Snickers Workwear Milwaukee Tool Draper Tools MASCOT® WORKWEAR Portwest Versatile Calor Ireland Flogas Britain Warmflow Engineering Co. Limited Ventilux Group Eclipse Integration Hitachi Viessmann Climate Solutions UK Socket & See

NI Builder has rounded up some of the top concrete, cement & screeds in Northern Ireland. Whether you're improving site efficiency, boosting thermal performance or cutting down on labour, these industry leaders have you covered: ✔️RTU brings the heat with its Ultraflo® & Ultracem® screeds designed for speedy drying and high efficiency. ✔️Creagh changes the game with Spantherm, allowing precast insulated flooring to be installed in minutes. ✔️Moore Concrete’s K Post Mix maximises durability, precision and reliability, helping to reduce labour and increase efficiency on site. ✔️Stoneyford Concrete innovates with Duratex quick-drying screed and Flomix durable, high-performance mortar. ✔️Northstone Materials delivers future-proof sustainable concrete solutions, meeting the highest safety and quality standards. Read the full feature here: https://bit.ly/43O1CEG #topproducts #concretesolutions #constructionready #NIBuilder Northstone (NI) Limited Stoneyford Concrete Moore Concrete Products Ltd Creagh Concrete RTU

Keylite’s new ModuLite system is changing how dormers are installed — boosting safety, efficiency and performance on site. Built off-site and craned into place, ModuLite reduces time spent working at height while improving thermal performance and natural daylight by up to 25%. Compatible with roof pitches from 10° to 75°, it’s a smarter solution for housebuilders looking to streamline construction and create well-ventilated, naturally bright spaces. Read the full article here: https://bit.ly/4lmyMBD #Keylite #ModuLite #innovation #futurehomes #housebuilding #construction #window Keylite Roof Windows

SIG Belfast is raising the bar in specialist building supply — offering technical expertise, competitive pricing and fast, reliable service. Backed by a dedicated Technical Team and a hands-on trade counter, the branch supports everything from groundwork to rooftop with top brands and over 1,000 key product lines. Read the full story here: https://bit.ly/4j0JfB9 #SIGBelfast #constructionsupply #buildingproducts #technicalsupport #tradeservice SIG Ireland

Hospitality construction booms in Northern Ireland Northern Ireland’s hospitality sector has doubled in size, driving investment of £1.5bn in hotel builds, refurbishments and expansions over the past 25 years. Construction Information Services forecasts momentum will continue with a 111% increase in investment for hospitality projects in 2025, and more than 300 hotel beds either under construction or completed. Read the full story on the sector’s growth, challenges and what’s coming next: https://bit.ly/3Yje63t #hospitalityNI #NIconstruction #tourismgrowth #hoteldevelopment #Belfastbusiness

BUILDEX - Doors open tomorrow The wait is over. BUILDEX Belfast opens tomorrow as part of BEPEX 2025 at the Eikon Exhibition Centre. Expect free gifts, free entry and free parking. Explore new vans, hear from industry experts at the Talks Hub and experience live demos from top brands. Exclusive show deals available throughout the event. Haven’t registered yet? No problem. Walk-ins are welcome. Secure your free entry here: https://bit.ly/4iJj7dP #BUILDEX2025 #BEPEXBelfast #constructionNI #tradeevent Tool Monster Carhartt KNIPEX Tools UK Ltd STABILA_Official Velocity Pro Gear SPEEDY HIRE (IRELAND) LIMITED Combilift BLÅKLÄDER aka BLAKLADER Construction Employers Federation (CEF) Federation of Master Builders AbbeyAutoline Oxnorth Simpro Software Ridgeway Online Copper Industries & LB Cylinders Wavin Graf UK Ltd CT1 - The Snag List Eliminator International Powered Access Federation (IPAF) The Lighthouse Charity The Fencing People GRIFFON (Bolton Adhesives) Whiskey Investment Club Snickers Workwear Milwaukee Tool Draper Tools MASCOT® WORKWEAR Portwest Versatile Calor Ireland Flogas Britain Warmflow Engineering Co. Limited Ventilux Group Eclipse Integration Hitachi Viessmann Climate Solutions UK Socket & See

An inspiring interview with WOMEN’STEC CEO Lynn Carvill In this candid conversation, Lynn shares her journey, advocating for women in construction and the challenges faced in a male-dominated industry. Leading WOMEN’STEC for over 11 years, Lynn has been pivotal in initiatives such as the #NotJustForBoys campaign, encouraging girls to explore trade careers. Read the full interview here: https://bit.ly/4lwAwsf #womeninconstruction #WOMENSTEC #genderequality #breakingbarriers WOMEN'STEC