Dr Harty appointed President of Engineers Ireland Engineer and Entrepreneur Dr Edmond Harty has been appointed President of Engineers Ireland. Business • 02 Jun
71% of engineering companies predict growth in 2023 A new survey from Engineers Ireland shows that 71% of engineering firms see potential for growth this year. Business • 23 May
Govt proposals could damage renewable energy ambitions Proposed changes by the Government that would require future offshore windfarm developments to take place in a limited number of designated areas risk damaging Ireland's … Business • 08 Mar
8,000 engineering jobs forecast for this year Almost 8,000 engineering jobs could be available this year, according to a forecast by Engineers Ireland. Business • 01 Feb
Call to restart talks on use of nuclear energy here The President of Engineers Ireland has suggested it could be time to reawaken discussion about the use of nuclear energy here. Business • 19 Oct 22
Engineers Ireland launches new sustainability plan 72% of the general public believe engineers will play a critical role in the transition to a more sustainable society, according to a new survey … Business • 04 Mar 22
Ireland well-positioned to develop a 'supergrid' Ireland should take a leadership role in the development of a new 'supergrid' that would coordinate energy supply across Europe, according to Engineers Ireland. Business • 24 Dec 21
Increase in women taking up leadership roles The number of women holding senior leadership roles in Irish businesses improved in the past year, growing from 31% in 2020 to 33% in 2021, … Business • 08 Mar 21
Branch closures highlight generational digital divide The decision by Bank of Ireland to close over a hundred branches across its network highlights the digital divide that exists between the generations. Business • 03 Mar 21
Galway-based Thermo King receives prestigious award A project developed by Galway-based Thermo King and their parent company Trane Technologies has been awarded the prestigious title of Engineering Endeavour of 2020 by … Business • 17 Dec 20
Engineering skills shortage could impede climate target An engineering skills shortage has been an issue in Ireland for some time, but the industry's body is now warning that it could impede the … Business • 04 Mar 20
Engineers positive about 2020 prospects despite Brexit Most engineers here are anticipating their bottom lines to grow over the next year - despite various economic headwinds including Brexit and the global trade … Business • 15 Nov 19
Increase in numbers doing Higher Level Maths welcomed More than 18,000 students sat the Higher Level Leaving Certificate Mathematics paper this year, which was an increase of 8% on last year. Business • 13 Aug 19
Engineers say 600,000 live in poor housing conditions Over half of Ireland's engineers believe the country's infrastructure is not in good condition and lacks the capacity for future development. Ireland • 26 Jun 19
Engineer's body warns of shortage of skills in sector The organisation representing engineers here has issued a strong warning about the impact a shortfall in skills within the profession will have over the coming … Business • 06 Mar 19
Engineers Ireland signs agreement with UK counterpart Engineers Ireland has become one of the first organisations to sign an agreement with its counterpart in the UK to ensure ongoing recognition of qualifications … Business • 12 Dec 18
20% of engineers think water systems in good condition Just 20% of engineers in Ireland think the country's water and wastewater systems are in good condition with capacity for future development, a new study … Ireland • 04 Jul 18
Engineers Ireland wants increased spending on transport Engineers Ireland is calling on the Government to increase its allocation of capital spending on transportation - and accelerate the development of major projects like … Business • 18 Jul 17
Engineers warn water system below standard Engineers Ireland has said that Ireland's water supply and waste-water infrastructure is below standard and requires immediate investment. News • 31 May 16
Engineers conference hears water utility essential A conference in Kilkenny has heard that a single utility such as Irish Water is the only way of dealing with the country’s water services. News • 15 Apr 16
Engineers Ireland calls for new planning minister Engineers Ireland has called for the appointment of a Minister for Infrastructure with specific responsibility for planning and delivering strategic national infrastructure projects in the … Business • 18 Feb 16
Concern over shortage of construction experts There will not be enough suitable candidates to meet demand for engineering and construction specialists in the coming years, according to an analysis carried out … News • 18 Aug 14
President visits Munster after recent flooding President Michael D Higgins has visited families and communities in Co Limerick and Co Cork affected by the recent flooding. News • 10 Feb 14
