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NCS Engineers expands Texas operations through Houston acquisitions

Author: Archie Villaflores

NCS Engineers has acquired Houston-based LightPoint Engineering and SpearPoint Engineering. The Phoenix-based company expands its presence in the rapidly growing Texas infrastructure market through the strategic acquisition.

ABB acquires Irish electrical consultancy to strengthen European advisory services

Author: Archie Villaflores

Switzerland-based engineering technology company ABB has entered an agreement to acquire Premium Power, an Irish electrical engineering consultancy near Dublin. The transaction strengthens ABB's advisory capabilities in power system studies and grid modelling.

Setanta Space launched to develop autonomous spacecraft computing systems

Author: Archie Villaflores

Irish space technology start-up Setanta Space Systems has launched to develop modular onboard computing hardware and artificial intelligence software for spacecraft autonomy. The Dublin-based company addresses limitations in modern spacecraft computing architecture.

Croom Medical commences construction on Limerick orthopaedic research facility

Author: Archie Villaflores

Ireland-based orthopaedic implant manufacturer Croom Medical has commenced construction on a 38,000-square-foot Advanced Centre of Orthopaedic Technologies in Limerick. The facility represents the company's largest single investment in its 42-year history.

Delivered Excellence

Author: Archie Villaflores

Operational innovation and technology certification that demonstrate measurable performance gains are key to engineering sector competitiveness. Process optimisation, floating wind certification, and market capitalisation strengthen technical delivery and commercial positioning. In reflection on last year's landmark success, 'Viatris Damastown wins Operational Excellence Award at the Engineering Excellence Awards 2025' celebrates how inventive operational solutions deliver efficiency gains, reduced downtime, and measurable cost savings at enterprise scale. This recognition establishes benchmarks for the 2026 awards, where transformative operational discipline and financial impact will distinguish winning engineering organisations. Additionally, 'Dublin Offshore secures DNV certification for floating wind mooring component' demonstrates how Irish engineering firms advance load reduction technology through rigorous prototype certification processes. DNV verification validates technical robustness whilst supporting commercial engagement with developers and project stakeholders. Meanwhile, 'SOLV Energy completes $512.5m public offering for sector expansion' reflects how solar and battery storage contractors leverage market capitalisation. Public offerings validate sector demand whilst enabling debt reduction and strategic growth across renewable energy infrastructure markets. These stories frame a sector where operational excellence, certification achievement, and capital access determine competitive advantage. Explore each article to understand how innovation and capitalisation are advancing engineering sector performance.

Viatris Damastown wins Operational Excellence Award at the Engineering Excellence Awards 2025

Author: Archie Villaflores

Honoured for outstanding operational impact at the Engineering Excellence Awards 2025, Viatris Damastown's transformative solution set a compelling benchmark as the 2026 awards cycle approaches.

Lithium Ionic advances Brazilian project engineering amid strengthening markets

Author: Archie Villaflores

Canada-based Lithium Ionic Corp has advanced engineering to 48 per cent completion at its Bandeira Lithium Project in Brazil. The company has received multiple offtake term sheets and is progressing towards binding commercial agreements.

SOLV Energy completes $512.5m public offering for sector expansion

Author: Archie Villaflores

United States solar and battery storage contractor SOLV Energy has completed an initial public offering, raising $512.5 million with market valuation exceeding $5 billion. The San Diego-based firm ranks second nationally in solar project work.

EU establishes €2.5bn semiconductor pilot line with Irish participation

Author: Archie Villaflores

The European Union has launched NanoIC, a €2.5 billion pilot line for next-generation semiconductor development at Belgium's Imec facility. Ireland's Tyndall National Institute joins as a partner institution supporting advanced chip technology research.

Trinity researchers demonstrate quantum communications with Dublin City Council

Author: Archie Villaflores

Trinity College Dublin researchers with IrelandQCI partners have demonstrated quantum-secure communications at Dublin City Council headquarters. The €10 million initiative forms part of Europe's EuroQCI effort to deploy continent-wide secure quantum infrastructure.

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