Work to start on €1m upgrade at SEC in Athlone

Work is to get underway on an €1m upgrade of the State Examinations Commission in Athlone.

Minister of State with Responsibility for the Office of Public Works Kevin “Boxer” Moran said he was delighted to announce the contract had been placed for fabric upgrade works to the State Examinations Commission (SEC) building in Athlone.

The fabric upgrade works include the replacement and upgrading of all windows and the installation of a pumped cavity wall insulation system. The OPW is also installing a new standby generator to support the SEC in the event of a power failure. Guided by OPW’s Sustainability Policy, the works are being delivered under the SEAI Pathfinder Programme and part funded by SEAI.

The project incorporates sustainability, innovation and forward thinking in how the State approaches the renovation of its building

The Minister added: "I am delighted to see works commence on the State Examinations Commission building in Athlone. We are proud to lead the way in sustainable infrastructure projects that improve the functionality of our building portfolio. The delivery of the project is a testament to the commitment of the OPW to deliver fit-for-purpose office accommodation that prioritises sustainability and energy efficiency and it represents an investment in the region of €1m ex vat in this State owned building.”

The fabric upgrade project is just one example of OPW's commitment to deliver sustainability, energy efficiency and fit for purpose buildings for civil servants, he said.