Dromad Hire Announced as Finalists at the 2025 Plant & Civil Engineer Awards

Dromad Hire has been named as a finalist across four major categories at the upcoming Plant & Civil Engineer Awards 2025 — Health & Safety, Environmental Initiative, Excellence in Customer Service, and Plant Hire Company of the Year.

The recognition highlights Dromad Hire’s continued commitment to operating safely, sustainably, and with the customer always at the forefront. From investing in an expanding zero-emission fleet and new solar infrastructure, to maintaining the highest standards of safety and service, these nominations reflect the company’s ongoing pursuit of excellence across every area of its business.

“To be recognised across four categories this year is a fantastic achievement for our entire team,” said Ronan Cotter, Operations Director at Dromad Hire. “It’s a real credit to the people behind the company — their passion, attention to detail, and customer-first attitude are what make Dromad Hire what it is today. Every department plays a role in delivering the level of service and quality our customers expect, and this recognition belongs to them.”

The independently Irish-owned rental company holds both SafeHire Certification and IPAF Rental+ accreditation, delivering nationwide service from its headquarters in Dundalk. Dromad Hire specialises in Powered Access Hire, General Plant & Tool Rental, Professional Cleaning Equipment, and Approved Ex-Rental Sales.

The Plant & Civil Engineer Awards, now in their 16th year, celebrate excellence and innovation across Ireland’s construction, plant, and engineering sectors. The 2025 awards will take place on Thursday, November 21st at the Crowne Plaza Hotel, Belfast, honouring companies and individuals setting new standards in safety, sustainability, and service.

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Dromad Hire is a fully independent, Irish-owned company based on the east coast of Ireland, specialising in access platform hire alongside general plant & tool hire, new equipment sales, and a dedicated ex-rental sales division. Established in 1988, the company has over 35 years’ industry experience and holds both IPAF Rental+ accreditation and SafeHire certification. Dromad Hire’s commitment to safety, quality, and customer service has earned multiple industry awards, including Irish Plant Hire Company of the Year (2019 & 2022) and Best Company to Work For (2022).