Stay Informed on Corporate Sustainability

Author: Jed Nykolle Harme

Looking back to last year’s awards cycle, EirGrid plc has been named as a finalist in two categories at the National Procurement Awards 2025, shortlisted for Procurement Team of the Year and Best Public Sector, Semi State or Government Procurement Project of the Year. The dual nomination recognises EirGrid's critical role in planning, managing, and developing Ireland's electricity grid for a sustainable future. As the state-owned operator responsible for securing Ireland's electricity supply, EirGrid is leading the transition to a low carbon future and future-proofing the national grid for the next generation through renewable-ready infrastructure.

Author: Jed Nykolle Harme

Swedavia, Sweden's state-owned airport operator, has secured stakeholder support for its sustainable aviation fuel procurement programme. The initiative aims to accelerate SAF adoption across Swedish airports to support aviation decarbonisation targets.

Author: Jed Nykolle Harme

Project44, a US-based supply chain intelligence platform, has launched an AI Freight Procurement Agent to automate carrier selection and rate negotiations. Early deployments show 4.1 per cent freight spend reduction and 75 per cent faster sourcing cycles.

Author: Jed Nykolle Harme

The Philippines' National Food Authority has eased palay procurement rules during peak harvest season to accelerate rice purchasing from farmers. The regulatory adjustments aim to support farmer income and strengthen national food security reserves.

Author: Jed Nykolle Harme

Waterford City and County Council has signed contracts with PRIMO Coachworks Ltd for a new mobile library vehicle, supported by €225,000 government funding. The service will extend library access to rural communities across Waterford from 2027.

Author: Jed Nykolle Harme

Elecnor, the Spain-based engineering firm, has secured contracts for two synchronous condenser projects in Ireland from EirGrid. The infrastructure will strengthen grid stability to support renewable energy integration across Ireland's electricity network.

Author: Jed Nykolle Harme

Lidl Ireland procured more than €136 million in goods and services from Cork suppliers in 2025, supporting over 40 local producers. The procurement represents significant investment in Cork's food and agriculture sectors across multiple product categories.

Author: Jed Nykolle Harme

Procurement sits at the nerve centre of modern organisational strategy, shaping how resources are sourced, managed, and deployed across every sector of the economy. Its influence on efficiency, sustainability, and competitive advantage has never been more keenly felt. Carrying forward last year's excellence, the 2025 awards highlighted the breadth of talent and innovation driving the profession onward, with 'Express Merchants Ltd shortlisted for two categories at National Procurement Awards 2025' building anticipation for what the 2026 awards will bring. Recognition of this kind reinforces the rising standards that define procurement excellence today. Furthermore, 'Foodbuy Group launches ProcurED procurement division for UK education sector' demonstrates how specialist procurement thinking is being applied to sectors with distinct and complex supply needs. It is a compelling example of the profession expanding its reach and relevance. Lastly, 'National Express partners with ZEOnBe SQE to transform energy procurement strategy' reflects the growing imperative to align procurement decisions with long-term sustainability and efficiency goals. Partnerships of this kind signal a profession that is thinking strategically about the challenges ahead. These stories capture a profession that is innovative, expansive, and central to organisational success. Explore each article to see the ideas and initiatives shaping procurement's future.

Author: Jed Nykolle Harme

Early last year, Express Merchants Ltd was shortlisted in two categories at the National Procurement Awards 2025 for Sustainable Procurement Team of the Year and Best Private Sector Procurement Project of the Year, setting benchmarks as the 2026 awards approaches.

Author: Jed Nykolle Harme

Embraer, the Brazil-based aircraft manufacturer, has partnered with India's Hindalco Industries for aluminium sourcing to support its global aircraft production. The agreement strengthens Embraer's supply chain diversification and supports Hindalco's aerospace sector expansion.