‘Constructing A Competitive Economy’ is the theme of the CIF’s 2023 Annual Conference, which will take place at Dublin’s Croke Park Conference Centre on 28 September.

The one-day event will bring together leading experts from the construction industry to discuss how the industry can support Ireland’s economic growth and increasing population and build a prosperous, thriving society.

The construction sector, one of the country’s largest industries, has a central role to play in Ireland’s biggest challenges, such as housing an expanding population, delivering key infrastructure, tackling climate change and supporting foreign direct investment.

Despite global challenges, last year Ireland’s economy was the fastest growing in Europe, with real GDP growth of 12%. The country’s population is also growing and has increased to over five million people for the first time since the 1850s.

Ireland’s growing population and economy presents opportunities, but also challenges for public and private bodies to keep pace. The construction sector’s ability to construct at scale can power Ireland’s progress and prosperity.