SUPPLIER EVENT
L-R: Ciaran McConnell, JP Corry, Dermot McDaid, Niall Evans and Paul Finlay, Isover Ireland (Collaboration of the Year) and Nick Hughes, JP Corry.
L-R: Ciaran McConnell, JP Corry, Jarlath Devlin, Glenn Goodman and Stephen Cummings, Brett Martin Ltd (Empowerment of the Year) and Nick Hughes, JP Corry.
L-R: Ciaran McConnell, JP Corry, Rob Shiels, Kilsaran (Outstanding Contribution and Supplier of the Year) and Nick Hughes, JP Corry.
THE EVENT BROUGHT TOGETHER SUPPLIERS, CUSTOMERS AND COLLEAGUES FOR COLLABORATION, STRATEGIC DISCUSSION AND CELEBRATION OF THE MERCHANT GROUP’S BUILDER PARTNERSHIPS… JP Corry celebrates five years of Supplier TEC
JP Corry recently hosted a highly- successful Supplier TEC, marking the fifth anniversary of this flagship event with its most ambitious programme to date. Held over two days at the Stormont Hotel in Belfast, the event brought together suppliers, customers and colleagues for meaningful collaboration, strategic discussion and celebration, reinforcing the strength of JP Corry’s supplier partnerships. This year’s Supplier TEC welcomed 29 supplier partners, creating a valuable forum to connect, share insight and plan collectively for the year ahead. Day One focused on uniting customers and suppliers, encouraging open dialogue and knowledge exchange, before transitioning into an evening of networking and celebration. The agenda featured two thought- provoking keynote sessions from respected industry leaders. John Lavery, President of the Royal Society of Ulster Architects, delivered an engaging presentation on the evolving relationship
between architecture and artificial intelligence, offering perspective on how emerging technologies are shaping the built environment. Mark Spence, Chief Executive Officer of the Construction Employers Federation, provided a comprehensive industry update, highlighting current challenges and opportunities within the construction sector. That evening also saw JP Corry recognise exceptional performance and partnership through its Supplier Awards. Brett Martin Ltd was recognised for Empowerment of the Year, Isover Ireland for Collaboration of the Year, and Kilsaran as Supplier of the Year, with Rob Shiels also commended for his outstanding contribution. Day Two focused on the future, with structured speed networking sessions between JP Corry teams and supplier partners. These sessions strengthened relationships, enabled the sharing of commercial and technical insight, and aligned plans and priorities for 2026. JP Corry was proud to be joined by a
diverse range of suppliers, including Keystone Lintels, IPP Building Products, MAGPLY/CEMGOLD, Promould MDF Mouldings, AG Paving and Building Products, Cure It GRP Roofing System, Kilsaran, Isover Ireland, Glennon Brothers, Keylite Roof Windows, Siniat by Etex, Kingspan Water & Energy, Kingspan Insulation, Lagan Building Solutions, Laydex Building Solutions, Finsa, ROCKWOOL UK, Ecoscape UK, Talasey Ltd, SPAX, Kilwaughter Minerals Ltd, Bostik, Blåkläder Workwear UK, Brett Martin Ltd, Toolbank and Northstone Materials. Sincere thanks are extended to all suppliers, customers and colleagues who contributed to making Supplier TEC 2026 such a success. The company looks forward to building on this momentum and continuing to strengthen partnerships in the year ahead.
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