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Irish Post
27-05-2025
- Business
- Irish Post
New bridge linking Clare and Tipperary will ‘improve life' for residents
A NEW bridge linking counties Clare and Tipperary is set to bring beneftis to residents in both counties. Sisk have completed work on the Killaloe Bypass, which was formally opened by Ireland's Transport Minister Darragh O'Brien this week. The bridge, known as the Brian Ború Bridge, took the Irish construction firm two and a half years to complete. Located in the twin towns of Killaloe in Co. Clare and in Ballina, Co. Tipperary, on opposite sides of the River Shannon, it is the first new vehicular bridge to be built across the river in more than three decades. It is part of an €88m package of works carried out by Sisk which is expected to 'greatly improve the quality of life" for residents of both towns. The alternative route will take through traffic and HGVs out of both town centres, which will 'reduce congestion, protect both heritage areas, and provide a much-needed boost to the local economy and the region's tourism sector' according to Sisk. 'Sisk is delighted to have completed this vital new infrastructure improvement project which is a significant upgrade to the current roads network in both County Clare and County Tipperary,' Steven McGee, Sisk's Chief Operating Officer for Ireland and UK, said. 'Connectivity has been enhanced through the construction of the western bypass for Killaloe/Ballina, a new bridge crossing over the River Shannon, and the upgrade of the existing R494 regional road,' he added. 'This project is an excellent example of real collaboration between our client, site team, plus our in-house engineering services team and key supply chain partners.' Minister O'Brien said the 'transformative road project' will 'strengthen the connection between communities in Clare and Tipperary'. 'With approximately €88m million in funding allocated by my department, this represents a significant Government investment in regional infrastructure and underscores our ongoing commitment to investing in and modernising Ireland's road network,' he said. 'Road safety remains a key priority in all our infrastructure projects,' he added. 'The completion of the Killaloe Bypass will significantly enhance safety and efficiency for all road users. 'The inclusion of dedicated pedestrian and cycling facilities not only improves safety but also encourages more sustainable, active travel along this vital corridor.' Cathaoirleach of Clare County Council, Councillor Alan O'Callaghan says the 'need' for the bridge has been evident for 'many years'. 'Congestion on both sides of the river led to long tailbacks causing significant pollution and poor air quality from standing traffic,' he explained. 'The daily frustration from 7,000 vehicles a day crossing the old single lane bridge cannot be overestimated, with road safety also an issue due to the lack of segregation between pedestrians, cyclists, and vehicles. 'But today all that will change. From this evening tail backs will hopefully be a thing of the past, and journey times will be significantly reduced, enhancing connectivity and convenience for all.' Councillor Declan Burgess, the Cathaoirleach of Tipperary County Council, said the bridge's opening was an 'historic day for the people of Ballina and Killaloe'. 'There can be no stronger symbol of the connection between the twin towns than Brian Boru, celebrated equally on both sides of the river,' he explained. 'The finished scheme will remove traffic from the towns and allow them to fulfil their potential for both the existing residents and the many tourists that will be attracted to the area. 'This is a proud day for all of the people of Clare and Tipperary, and the twin towns can look forward to a bright future together.'
Irish Post
22-05-2025
- Business
- Irish Post
Sisk awarded £38m contract to bolster flood defences in Derby
SISK has been awarded a major contract to bolster flood defences in Derby city. Derby City Council has awarded the £38m contract to John Sisk & Son (Sisk) to improve the city's flood resilience and provide better protection for homes located along the River Derwent. 'This package of works, known as Derby Riverside, will provide significant flood resilience protection to many properties along the left (east) bank of the Derwent from Causey Bridge to Derwent Bridge,' the council explained. Sisk has been awarded a lucratvie contract to reinforce Derby city's flood defences (Pic: Sisk) Irish-founded and headquartered Sisk will be responsible for delivering a new flood wall and floodgates that will offer enhanced protection for Exeter House and properties on Meadow Road and Meadow Lane in the city centre. They will also carry out demolition of the riverside office blocks on Stuart Street to create a new riverside green area, which will provide more space for flood water to pass through the city in a controlled corridor. Demolition and construction began this month, Sisk have confirmed. 'We're delighted to be working with Derby City Council on this phase of the Our City, Our River programme,' Alan Rodger, Managing Director at Sisk Infrastructure, said. 'We understand how vital this project is for further flood prevention and the regeneration of this area in the centre of the city,' he added. 'Our team of dedicated professionals will leverage the latest innovations and sustainability practices to help deliver this fantastic scheme, alongside social value projects in the local community." Derby Councillor Carmel Swan, who is the Cabinet Member for Climate Change, Transport and Sustainability, said she was 'delighted that the contract is now signed with John Sisk and Sons to deliver the vital second phase of the Our City, Our River flood defence project'. 'These works are crucial as we continue to future proof the city against extreme weather and unlock the potential for regeneration along the river,' she explained. 'We can now look forward to seeing work begin on site in the near future.' David Turnbull, Area Flood and Coastal Risk Manager Derbyshire and Leicestershire for the Environment Agency, said: 'This contract award marks another step forward in making Derby more resilient to the threat of climate change. 'The Environment Agency are proud to be in partnership with Derby City Council for this journey, and we are delighted to see this complex but vital phase of the programme begin very soon.' See More: Construction, Derby, Flood Defences, Irish, Sisk
Yahoo
05-05-2025
- Business
- Yahoo
John Sisk begins restoration of Haringey Civic Centre in London
Ireland-based construction firm John Sisk & Son (Sisk) has initiated the restoration of the Haringey Civic Centre in North London, a Grade II listed building. A groundbreaking ceremony was held to mark the start of construction. The project includes the construction of a new annexe, office spaces and the restoration of civic spaces that will be accessible to the community in Wood Green. Sisk UK managing director Ger Hayes said: "A lot of pre-planning has got us to this stage and we look forward to delivering new high-quality offices and restored civic spaces for the community in the heart of Wood Green. Both the new build and major refurbishment of the Grade II listed building will prioritise sustainability and eco-friendly design. It is a really exciting project that will create local jobs and opportunities." Due to be completed in late 2026, the redevelopment is timed to precede Haringey Council's tenure as the London Borough of Culture in 2027. Haringey Civic Centre has been central to the borough's political and civic life since 1958 and first listed by English Heritage in 2018. The building was shuttered in spring 2020 after 'serious safety and structural issues' were uncovered, 'requiring major repair work'. The restoration has garnered positive feedback from residents, who have actively participated in engagement events. The design of the redevelopment includes a central courtyard and landscaped areas, in addition to the upgrades planned for the current building. This project will focus on sustainability, featuring energy-efficient revamps such as insulation and solar panels. Sisk is the project's main contractor. The council's Planning Sub-Committee approved the project in September 2023. Haringey Council leader councillor Peray Ahmet said: 'Steeped in a proud and important local history, this truly iconic building holds a special place in the hearts of many people. I'm thrilled construction has begun. This project will re-establish the building as the focal point for public life in the borough and create a dynamic and inclusive space for future generations.' 'It will provide high-quality, accessible, and sustainable office accommodation for up to 900 staff, as well as a hub for civic and community activity with green credentials helping us move towards our commitment to a zero-carbon estate.' In February 2025, John Sisk & Son was selected by regeneration developer ION Property Developments and Wirral Council to carry out site remediation works for a new urban village project in Birkenhead, England. "John Sisk begins restoration of Haringey Civic Centre in London" was originally created and published by World Construction Network, a GlobalData owned brand. The information on this site has been included in good faith for general informational purposes only. It is not intended to amount to advice on which you should rely, and we give no representation, warranty or guarantee, whether express or implied as to its accuracy or completeness. You must obtain professional or specialist advice before taking, or refraining from, any action on the basis of the content on our site. Sign in to access your portfolio
Irish Post
22-04-2025
- Business
- Irish Post
Irish firm Sisk involved in Birkenhead regeneration project
AN IRISH construction firm, John Sisk & Son, is progressing with early-stage works on a major £52 million regeneration scheme in Birkenhead, Merseyside. The Hind Street Urban Village project will transform a 26-hectare brownfield site near the town centre into a new residential and commercial district. The area, once home to industrial uses including a gasworks, will eventually host up to 1,600 homes, along with new commercial space, community amenities, and green infrastructure. Sisk, which is headquartered in Dublin and was founded in Cork in 1859, has been appointed to carry out enabling works. These include vegetation clearance, ground investigations, and other site preparations ahead of full-scale remediation and infrastructure activity, expected to begin in autumn 2025. The project is being led by Wirral Council in partnership with ION Developments, with backing from Homes England and the Liverpool City Region Combined Authority, who together are contributing a £52 million funding package. The first phase will deliver 633 homes, with major construction projected to begin in 2027. A key feature of the masterplan is Dock Branch Park, a proposed linear park running along a disused railway line to better connect residential neighbourhoods with the town centre. Sisk's involvement underscores the firm's growing footprint in the UK's urban regeneration sector. Its British portfolio includes the International Convention Centre Wales, work on London's Crossrail, and major healthcare and university projects. The company is known for managing large-scale developments across residential, commercial, infrastructure, and data centre sectors. The Hind Street scheme is seen as a cornerstone of Wirral's wider regeneration strategy, which aims to make Birkenhead more liveable, better connected, and greener. Local authorities hope the project will act as a catalyst for broader renewal across the town and surrounding areas.
Yahoo
07-04-2025
- Yahoo
Tulare County Supervisors abolish park entrance fees
Beginning on July 1, visitors will no longer have to pay to enter a Tulare County park. At its April 1 meeting, Tulare County Board of Supervisors unanimously voted to eliminate the entrance fees for all county-run parks, while revising the fee structure for park amenities. 'Hard to believe, but parks' fees have remained unchanged since 2019,' said Brooke Sisk, director of the Tulare County General Services Agency. 'We planned to update them every other year, but they were delayed in part due to COVID, but also intentionally when park improvements received a major amount of funding from your board through ARPA (the American Rescue Plan Act of 2021) and other county funds. 'It is essential to update the fees to improve accessibility and affordability, standardize fees across all parks, introduce new fees for new amenities, align with regional standards while remaining reasonable, recover a portion of costs to support operations and ensure fairness and transparency,' she said. Entrance fees are currently being charged at four county parks on Fridays, Saturdays, and Sundays from March to October. 'They present significant operational challenges, including staffing, cash handling, and traffic delays, to name a few,' Sisk said. 'We recommend eliminating entrance fees, including bus entrance fees, annual park passes, and Balch Park's day-use fees. 'This change will not only improve efficiency, but encourage greater park usage and reduce financial barriers for the community,' she added. The fee changes include standardizing arbor rental fees at all parks, based on their capacity. Small arbors, which can accommodate 10-30 people, will be $50 to reserve. Medium (40-75) will be $70, large (144) will be $100, and extra-large (250-450) will be $135. A $50 fee will be charged for sports facilities, including soccer, baseball, and softball fields, and basketball courts. Horseshoe pit reservation fees will be lowered from $25 to $10 due to their lower maintenance needs. Reservation fees for the new stand-alone picnic tables, benches, and grills that are separate from arbors will be $25. A new $200 base fee will be charged for organized running events. Additional charges may apply if there are other impacted amenities. The $100 tournament fee at any of the seven-disc golf courses will be changed to a $100 per course per day fee with potential additional charges for any impacted amenities. Vendor permits will be adjusted to simplify the process and ensure compliance with state law. The current $30 commercial vendor fee will become a $50 single-day vendor fee, 'consolidating multiple existing permits, DJ band, special event vendor, and non-special event vendor permits,' according to Sisk. A new $325 annual fee for year-round vendors will allow unlimited access to all parks and simplify compliance checks. The varying camping fees at Balch Park for tents, RVs, and for seniors or disabled visitors will all become $25. The pier reservation fee at newly reopened Bartlett Park will be $200 a day. A $5 per day dove hunting fee will be charged at Kings River Park, and the park will be limited to 20 hunters per day. The cost to rent the Boy Scout Cabin and Pillar Square at Mooney Grove Park will double to $200 per site per day. An event overnight stay permit, allowing hosts to stay in self-contained campers, will cost $150 per vehicle per event, which includes a $30 refundable gate lock deposit. The approved proposal also includes a $92,000 parks budget increase and a $13,000 increase for Tulare County Museum in Mooney Grove Park. In response to a question from Supervisor Amy Shuklian, Sisk clarified that if a group wants to visit a county park to play basketball on the court or to use another sports amenity, there is no fee. 'All of the reservations are to ensure that it's available,' Sisk explained. 'That doesn't mean that someone can't show up and use these amenities, but there's no guarantee that it will be available unless they make a reservation.' She added that members of the public can also use amenities such as a standalone picnic table and grill as long as they are not reserved. This article originally appeared on Visalia Times-Delta: Tulare County parks free to enter starting July 1 after fees abolished
