The Guaranteed Irish Construction Forum 2026 is set to take place at PlatformX, KPMG’s innovation hub at Harbourmaster Place in Dublin 1, on Wednesday, September 2. The event runs from 11:30 AM to 2:00 PM and brings together senior leaders in the Irish built environment to discuss “Building Infrastructure at Pace Using Trusted Supply Chains.” This year’s gathering will explore how the sector can accelerate development while strengthening resilience, sustainability, and economic growth through local networks.
Key Speakers and Panelists
The forum features opening remarks from Carmel Logan of KPMG and Darragh O’Brien TD, the Minister for Transport, Climate, Environment and Energy. A distinguished panel of industry experts will then lead the discussion, including Sarah Carey (Strategic Communications Specialist and Irish Independent columnist), David Kelly (CEO, Gas Networks Ireland), Alasdair Henderson (Executive Director, BAM Ireland), Niall O’Connor (Managing Director, Kingspan Insulation), and Paul O’Neill (Co-Head of Infrastructure & Head of Infrastructure Strategy and Commercial Advisory, KPMG Ireland).
The Guaranteed Irish Construction Forums have a strong track record of attracting leading voices and delivering impactful, actionable content. This year’s attendees can expect equally impactful discussions and a stellar roster of speakers.
Strategic Focus
Bringing government and industry leaders together, the forum creates space for honest conversations on what must change to deliver Ireland’s infrastructure ambition faster, sustainably, and with confidence. Brid O’Connell, CEO of Guaranteed Irish, emphasized the importance of this dialogue. The event aims to serve as a platform for high-level idea exchange, strategic networking, and the forging of meaningful partnerships that will drive industry progress.
Infrastructure development often struggles to match the speed of demand, leading to bottlenecks that stall projects. By focusing on trusted local supply networks, the Guaranteed Irish Construction Forum 2026 attempts to address a persistent challenge in the sector: ensuring that rapid construction does not come at the cost of quality or resilience. The forum seeks to find a balance between moving projects forward quickly and maintaining the rigorous standards required for long-term success.
Following the panel debate, guests will have ample opportunity to network with fellow industry professionals, exchange perspectives, and forge strategic connections. The Guaranteed Irish Construction Forum 2026 is an essential date for anyone invested in the future of Irish construction and national infrastructure.
To learn more and book a place, visit the event page.