NI Builder Magazine and Events

SMET receives Gold Award Smet Building Products has been awarded the Gold Certificate of Achievement for Commitment to Health & Safety in the Workplace by Peninsula, recognising a proactive safety culture and the team’s commitment to high standards. Read: bit.ly/4tkz3I0

From high winds to coastal exposure, NI’s climate demands more from roofing systems. Kytun’s dry fix & aluminium roofline solutions are engineered for long-term reliability across residential developments. Discover more in NI Housebuilder: bit.ly/4tn3Nbp

𝗕𝗨𝗜𝗟𝗗𝗘𝗫 Dublin is built around the people on the tools Meet subcontractors & site professionals actively sourcing products and solutions for live projects. Stand space now available, contact: Julieb@kmpltd.co.uk

Too many young people are starting construction courses and leaving before completion, with the industry losing potential future talent. The FMB believes it’s time to think differently about training and careers in construction. Read more: bit.ly/4tHrOLb

Wastewater funding gap stalls housing A £2bn shortfall in wastewater infrastructure is preventing over 6,000 homes from being built, according to the CEF, highlighting a major constraint on NI’s housing delivery and economic growth. Read more: bit.ly/4u2Eufu

Testing the ground beneath every project From materials testing to ground investigation, Simtec delivers the data and insight needed to support safe, compliant and high-performing construction. Discover more: bit.ly/4tYtfoV

Building a certain future for NI For decades, the construction sector in NI has operated in a state of volatility. A shift toward a multi-year budgetary framework potentially offers the certainty the industry has long campaigned for. Read more: bit.ly/4mW54V3

How does insulation choice impact space? Kingspan Insulation showcases phenolic insulation boards as a proven solution for cavity wall projects, helping meet performance targets without compromising space. Discover more: bit.ly/41Ptoyw

Barriers facing small housebuilders Planning delays, rising build costs and limited access to land and finance are among the biggest challenges facing small housebuilders, according to the FMB Small House Builders’ Survey 2025. Read more: bit.ly/4u2Eufu

JP Corry calls for government action The Northern Ireland builders’ merchant has joined forces with Jewson to launch a campaign calling for urgent government action to tackle planning delays, skills shortages and low market confidence. Read more: bit.ly/41Jgged

Introducing an exciting new addition to NI Builder... NI Housebuilder is a dedicated section on residential construction in Northern Ireland. From projects and market trends to materials and suppliers, see what’s shaping today’s homes. Read it now: bit.ly/4tQQIro

Al’s tool talk In his first column for NI Builder, Alan O Connor casts his expert eye over the ‘dynamic duo’ of a combi drill and quarter-inch impact driver. Explore the tools at the backbone of trades & the technology driving them forward: bit.ly/4dLiJfp

Build it once. Cementaid’s admixture range delivers truly waterproof concrete with long-term durability, corrosion and gas resistance, providing integral waterproofing that becomes a permanent part of the structure. Read more: bit.ly/4dLiJfp

Sika’s new tiling system Discover how to achieve a fully watertight substrate in all wet room installations and ensure a resilient, watertight build with Sika’s integrated six-step tiling system in the latest issue of NI Builder: bit.ly/4dLiJfp

Introducing a through-coloured render for external walls, with the colour built in, by Fassacouche from Fassa Bortolo. Designed for durability, weather resistance and certified façade performance, keeping buildings looking cleaner for longer. Read more: bit.ly/4cjJepQ

Heritage skills supply and training is being delivered across NI, supporting job creation while raising awareness of our built heritage and the traditional skills needed to preserve it. Read more about these opportunities with CITB NI in the latest issue: bit.ly/4pQcuu1

Haldane Fisher opens new Render Centre A first for NI, the new dedicated facility in Lisburn offers the region’s largest range of render solutions, alongside expert technical support for architects, developers and contractors. Discover more: bit.ly/4dRxSf1

New this issue, explore a round-up of the latest construction products available here in NI, from advanced flooring systems and precision jigs to anti-bacterial sealants. Stay ahead and see what’s new in the latest issue: bit.ly/4th2b3i

Bell Contracts delivers sustainable housing Comprising seven modern new-build homes in Moneymore, this development showcases how renewable technologies and thoughtful design can support rural housing needs while improving energy efficiency. Read more: bit.ly/412sOwU

Glenveagh SEN School, delivered by Western Building Systems, showcases how collaboration and off-site manufacturing can combine to deliver meaningful outcomes for local communities. Discover more: bit.ly/3NxyBaH