Congratulations to our member, Newry-based Cunningham one of the leading names in construction, proudly celebrate 20 years in business this year, marking two decades of sustained growth, industry leadership and successful project delivery across multiple sectors.
Founded in 2006 by Tim and Joanne Cunningham, the company has grown from a family-run business into an international construction company employing 280 people across offices in Ireland, Germany and the UK.
Over the past 20 years, Cunningham has delivered more than €500 million in projects across a range of sectors including Mission Critical & Life Sciences, Residential, Healthcare, Education and Fit-Out.
The company has established a strong track record in delivering technically complex projects, particularly within highly regulated and mission critical environments where safety, quality and programme delivery are key priorities.
Speaking on the anniversary, Tim Cunningham, Founder & CEO of Cunningham said:
“Reaching 20 years in business is an incredible milestone for our company and one we are immensely proud of. What started as a vision shared by Joanne and myself has grown into a thriving international business built on a can-do attitude, hard work, trust, respect and strong relationships.”
“We are deeply grateful to our employees some of whom have been with us from day one, our clients, design partners and supply chain who have been part of this journey.”
“Over the past 20 years, Cunningham has built a reputation for delivering high-quality construction solutions across increasingly complex and technically demanding sectors.”
“Through continued investment, international expansion and sustained growth, the company has become a trusted delivery partner for major clients across Europe, successfully delivering some of the industry’s most high-value and specialist projects.”
KEY MILESTONES:
- 2006 Cunningham was established with its first project
- 2012 Entry into the Healthcare sector with delivery of The Heathers Nursing Home, the company’s first £1 million project
- 2019 Expansion into Mission Critical and Life Sciences through works at an €8 billion facility in Leixlip, alongside delivery of the €24 million Cornamona Court development
- 2023 Awarded the €40 million Clonburris Canal Extension project for South Dublin County Council
- 2024 driven from the top Cunningham launches its own safety brand, Care, Commit, Guard reenforcing Cunningham’s number one priority, safety
- 2025 Secured Lynch’s Lane, Cunningham’s largest project to date at €100 million
- 2026 Celebrating 20 years in business, with over half a billion euro in projects delivered and continued international expansion into Frankfurt
As Cunningham looks to the future, it remains committed to investing in its people, embracing innovation and continuing to deliver exceptional projects that support critical infrastructure, business growth and community development.
With a strong pipeline of work and a clear strategic direction, the company is well positioned for continued growth as the business enters its third decade.
Joanne Cunningham, Founder & Company Secretary of Cunningham added:
“Over the past 20 years we have built more than projects, we have built long standing relationships, an exceptional, highly skilled team and a company culture that reflects our values, Trust, Respect, Can-Do Attitude and Team Players. We are incredibly proud of what has been achieved and excited about the opportunities ahead.”
Congratulations to Tim, Joanne and entire Cunningham team on reaching this momentous milestone for a top-class, homegrown local business that continues to go from strength to strength and we wish you every continued success for the next 20 years and beyond.
For more info on Cunningham, please visit:
www.cunninghamcontracts.com