MMC Ireland is returning for a third successful year of industry discussion, networking and learning how to address the challenges facing the Irish offsite sector. Taking place at Johnstown Estate, near Dublin, 11-12 March 2025 – what can visitors expect?
MMC Ireland’s National Conference is once again set to shine a light on all things offsite in Ireland. The two-day event is going to be a focal point for all those business with vested interests in improving the Irish built environment.
Paul Tierney, MMC Ireland’s CEO is looking forward to welcoming delegates and exhibitors to a pivotal two days. “I am once again looking forward to this year’s National Conference and confident it will be as successful as our last two years,” said Paul. “The MMC sector – and indeed the construction industry as a whole – has faced many challenges over the last 12 months, but the Irish industry is in a strong position. The National Conference will give us an opportunity to see what new innovations are happening in the sector and what Government initiatives are taking place that will have significant impacts on how the MMC sector operates.
“The MMC sector continues to evolve and provides a sustainable, high quality building solution. As an industry, we need to showcase these advantages and demonstrate them to an audience other than ourselves, and at the same time acknowledge the challenges and work together as an industry to overcome them. Once again, I am confident that the MMC Ireland National Conference will be an important, educational and informative conference for all the stakeholders and participants.”
In what promises to be two busy and engaging days, a variety of topics and themes will be discussed in depth at the conference.
MMC Risk Profile
In the last two years, the MMC sector has faced a variety of challenges, which has seen some big names downsize their operations or go out of business. The UK’s Building Safety Act provided the biggest upheaval to building regulations in 40 years and the shockwaves of this have been felt in Ireland as well as the UK. The challenging economic climate has also been felt across the industry, but for the most part, the Irish MMC sector has managed to combat this well. The conference will look at why so many UK firms have struggled and whether the financial model is correct.
Sustainability
As the industry faces increasing pressure to reduce its environmental impact, several key trends are shaping its trajectory, including the circular economy and net zero targets. Sustainability is at the forefront of modern construction practices, and the circular economy is playing a crucial role in reshaping how materials are sourced, used and ultimately reused. New technologies are consistently being developed to support these approaches, but it is up to business to ensure this technology is used effectively. Attendees will be able to learn from the experts and the pioneers in the adoption of these sustainability principles to boost the environmental credentials of their own firms.
Industrialised Construction
Industrialised construction will be a key theme of this year’s conference, with several key speakers exploring the ideas behind Design for Manufacture and Assembly (DfMA) and platform design. These approaches are revolutionising offsite construction by standardising and streamlining design processes to maximise efficiency, minimise waste and boost productivity.
The principles of DfMA encourage the design of components that are easier to manufacture, transport and assemble, reducing construction time and labour costs. By embedding DfMA into early-stage project planning, stakeholders can enhance productivity, improve quality, and achieve greater consistency across projects.
Another significant trend gaining traction are platform-based approaches. These involve the standardisation of components and systems across multiple projects, allowing for greater scalability and cost savings. By leveraging repeatable design elements and modular components, the industry can achieve faster delivery times, improved quality control, and enhanced flexibility to meet diverse project requirements.
International and Export Opportunities
The Irish MMC industry has a lot to offer UK construction companies and vice versa. Opportunities in the UK continue to present themselves and the Irish MMC market can capitalise on this. Speakers at the conference will share their success stories of exporting their business know-how and will provide attendees expert advice on how to follow in their footsteps.
Networking Opportunities
Having been a sell-out event for the previous two years, the MMC Ireland National Conference will attract the great and the good from the world of construction, with a wide range of companies in attendance. The event is an unrivalled way for visitors to boost their network and create new business opportunities.
For full details on the National Conference programme and to book your delegate places contact: [email protected] or visit: www.mmcirelandconference.com
MMC Ireland
MMC Ireland is dedicated to promoting and advancing the interests of its members and the MMC sector as a whole. Its mission is to provide a unified voice, advocacy, and support to help MMC sector pioneers grow and succeed. As a leading sector representative body, MMC Ireland brings together the collective expertise of our members to provide guidance, support and project insights on key industry issues. From technical standards and best practices to training and professional development, we are dedicated to ensuring that our members have the resources and regulatory environment they need to succeed in today’s competitive – and increasingly global – marketplace.
To learn more about MMC Ireland and how to become a member visit: www.mmcireland.ie
