Stay Informed on Corporate Sustainability

Author: Building Magazine

Morgan Sindall has revised its 2025 profit forecast upwards following strong performance in its Fit Out division. With major projects driving growth and an expanding order book, the firm demonstrates resilience despite mixed results in its partnerships segment.

Author: Region Canberra

The Department of Foreign Affairs is investing $94 million in a new Barton office building, consolidating 1,500 staff across multiple sites. The development, featuring high sustainability ratings and operational efficiencies, represents a significant shift in Canberra’s government property landscape.

Author: Independent Westmeath

Athlone Castle Visitor Centre will close for nine months as part of a €3.2 million redevelopment project funded through the EU Just Transition Fund. The project aims to revitalise the visitor experience with upgraded facilities, exhibition spaces, and improved accessibility.

Author: Irish Independent

IPUT Real Estate has expanded its Dublin footprint with two prime acquisitions on St Stephen’s Green. As demand for flexible office space grows, the property fund strengthens its Studio brand and doubles down on premium, fully fitted workspaces tailored to Dublin’s evolving corporate landscape.

Author: The Irish News

Belfast-based construction and fit-out firm Gilbert-Ash posted a four-fold increase in pre-tax profit to nearly £7 million in 2024 on £268 million revenue. The company’s strong project pipeline and recent employee ownership transition signal continued growth and sector resilience.

Author: Jed Nykolle Harme

The fit out sector continues to distinguish itself through a blend of creativity, technical precision and global ambition. This edition brings together stories that highlight excellence, resilience and the ability to convert opportunity into long-term value. Recognition of best practice is at the heart of the Fit Out Awards 2025, which will showcase outstanding achievement in design and delivery. Such recognition reflects a sector that values not only aesthetic impact but also sustainability and strategic execution. On the commercial front, scale and ambition are demonstrated by Mivan’s £2bn contract at 1 Mayfair, signalling the sector’s ability to compete in high-value, international projects. Meanwhile, Exsim Hospitality’s RM128 million contracts further underline the demand for innovative solutions across global markets. Together, these developments reveal a sector defined not only by growth but by strategic positioning. For industry leaders, the message is clear: resilience, design excellence and sustainable delivery are the foundations that will secure competitive advantage in the years ahead.

Author: Jed Nykolle Harme

The Fit Out Awards 2025 will shine a spotlight on the companies and teams driving innovation across Ireland’s built environment. Since their inception in 2012, the awards have been regarded as the hallmark of excellence in the sector.

Author: The Star

Exsim Hospitality secures RM127.9 million in fit-out contracts across hotels, show houses, and sales galleries. The projects span Kuala Lumpur, Johor, and Empire City, with work starting immediately and completion timelines up to 16 months, boosting the company’s pipeline.

Author: Aircraft Interiors International

Airbus is revamping the A220 cabin with its Airspace design, offering enhanced passenger comfort, larger windows, 5-abreast seating, and improved stowage. The move aligns regional and narrowbody experience with Airbus’s wider fleet, driving operational flexibility and passenger satisfaction.

Author: Irish News

Belfast fit-out specialist Portview doubles revenue since 2018, with turnover nearing £110m and profits more than tripling to £21.5m. The firm, celebrating its 50th anniversary, plans to move into a new 4,392 sq m headquarters in Belfast in 2026.