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Samsung and SK hynix procure advanced HBM inspection equipment

Author: Jed Nykolle Harme

Samsung and SK hynix, South Korea-based semiconductor manufacturers, are procuring advanced inspection equipment for high-bandwidth memory production. The equipment procurement supports quality control for HBM chips used in artificial intelligence applications.

Haryana commences mustard procurement with wheat programme scheduled for April

Author: Jed Nykolle Harme

Haryana state government in India has commenced mustard procurement operations, with wheat procurement scheduled to begin on 1 April. The programme purchases crops from farmers at minimum support prices set by central government.

Ireland advances procurement for CASPIR national supercomputer facility

Author: Jed Nykolle Harme

Plans for Ireland's new supercomputer CASPIR have advanced to the next procurement stage, supporting research computing infrastructure development. The national facility will provide high-performance computing capabilities for Irish research institutions.

Ireland confirms €173.9m procurement for 100 new electric DART trains

Author: Jed Nykolle Harme

Ireland has confirmed a €173.9 million investment to procure 100 new electric DART trains for Dublin's rail network. The fleet procurement will replace aging trains and expand capacity across the DART system.

Northern Ireland announces construction start for Shankill Gateway public realm scheme

Author: Jed Nykolle Harme

Northern Ireland's Department for Communities has announced construction commencement for the Shankill Gateway public realm scheme in Belfast. The project will deliver streetscape improvements, pedestrian infrastructure and public space enhancements in the Shankill area.

Aramark Ireland shortlisted for Best Procurement Collaboration Project of the Year at National Procurement Awards 2025

Author: Jed Nykolle Harme

Recognised in the 2025 awards programme, Aramark Ireland was shortlisted for Best Procurement Collaboration Project of the Year at the National Procurement Awards 2025 for its Supplier Showcase initiative. The nomination recognises the organisation's commitment to empowering Irish SMEs through direct engagement, driving innovation, sustainability, and commercial growth as the sector advances toward 2026.

The Resilience Dividend: How AI-Powered Procurement Is Turning Volatility into Competitive Advantage

Author: Jed Nykolle Harme

Keelvar's 2026 survey finds AI-enabled procurement teams are 3.7x more resilient to market shocks, offering a clear competitive blueprint for Ireland's public and private procurement leaders.

UK government signals regulatory alignment with EU to reduce procurement and trade barriers

Author: Jed Nykolle Harme

UK Chancellor Rachel Reeves has announced plans to align with EU business rules to boost economic growth and reduce post-Brexit trade barriers. The government will pursue regulatory alignment where it serves national economic interests.

PKP Cargo introduces qualified supplier system to streamline procurement

Author: Jed Nykolle Harme

PKP Cargo, Poland's state-owned railway freight operator, is introducing a qualified supplier system to streamline procurement procedures. The system will reduce administrative burden across approximately 6,050 annual procurement procedures.

Origin Enterprises acquires Northern Ireland plant products distributor Clarendon Agricare

Author: Jed Nykolle Harme

Origin Enterprises has agreed to acquire Clarendon Agricare, a Northern Ireland-based plant protection products distributor operating from Portadown. The Dublin-based agricultural products provider expects to complete the transaction within weeks.

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