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Author: Aviation Week

Boeing has named former UK Defence Procurement Minister Jeremy Quin as president of its UK and Ireland business. The move brings government procurement experience to Boeing and signals leadership continuity in its defence operations.

Author: Silicon Republic

Ireland has formally joined CERN as an associate member, granting researchers access to scientific programmes and enterprises eligibility for procurement contracts. The move strengthens STEM skills development and fosters innovation partnerships.

Author: ESS News

EirGrid has launched a consultation for Ireland’s first long-duration energy storage (LDES) procurement, aiming for 201 MW by 2030. The plan sets technical standards, staged tenders, and a market framework to integrate storage into the national grid.

Author: Jed Nykolle Harme

McKesson Ireland claimed the Best Private Sector Procurement Project of the Year at the National Procurement Awards 2024, recognised for its forward-thinking approach to integrating commercial, supply chain, and financial planning into one cohesive framework.

Author: SatNews

Kepler Communications secured a Canadian government contract to advance national procurement in defence technology. The project enhances Arctic connectivity and real-time data sharing to strengthen Canada’s sovereign and space-based communications.

Author: Economy Middle East

Abu Dhabi’s Numou platform is transforming national procurement by linking SME funding to government contracts. The move aims to strengthen procurement efficiency, credit transparency, and private-sector resilience in the UAE.

Author: Globe Newswire

Boost Run has partnered with Carahsoft to provide AI GPU cloud infrastructure to government and public sector agencies. The deal uses federal and state procurement contracts to give agencies faster access to compliant, high-performance AI systems.

Author: KNN India

India’s Delhi Metro Rail Corporation (DMRC) has invited bids to procure 500 MU of renewable energy for its low-carbon operations. The move supports its shift to sustainable power and aligns with national renewable energy goals.

Author: Solar Power Portal

Eirgrid has launched a consultation on a long-duration energy storage procurement scheme, targeting 500MW of capacity to manage Ireland’s renewable energy output and evening demand ramps. The consultation seeks industry input on operational design, revenue sharing, and market integration.

Author: Business Plus

Procure.ie has appointed Dessie Farrell to its Advisory Board to enhance its strategic and operational direction. The consultancy focuses on improving procurement efficiency in energy, telecoms, and utilities for Irish businesses.