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22/04/2025

Kilsaran Instruct Wilsons Auctions To Host Major Quarrying and Construction Auction

Ireland's largest independent manufacturer of concrete products Kilsaran, have entrusted Wilsons Auctions to sell over 150 assets of quarry equipment and construction machinery this May.

The upcoming auction is set to take place on Friday 16th May at Wilsons Auctions Dublin, with the first lot getting underway at 11am. The catalogue offers bidders with unique opportunities to acquire high-quality items featuring a comprehensive selection of wheel loaders, crushers, rock breakers, screeners, excavators, dump trucks and trailers, conveyors and much more.

Located across various locations in Ireland, the heavy equipment assets promote some of the best-known machinery manufacturers in the world. Top lots noted in the catalogue include a 2022 Roco Icon 1100 Impactor, a 2021 Caterpillar 972M Loading Shovel, a 2021 Volvo L260H Loading Shovel, a 1997 Volvo L120C Loading Shovel, a 1999 Volvo A30C Dumper, a 2021 Komatsu WA470 Loading Shovel, a 2005 Dennison Trailers Concrete Mixing Trailer with Euromixer and a 1999 Finlay 312 Mobile Screener on Single-Axle.

The Kilsaran Group currently employs circa 1000 people and have been in business since 1964. The company's decision to auction their business assets underscores their dedication to supporting the circular economy. By reintroducing these assets into the marketplace, Kilsaran promotes a sustainable approach to resource management, reducing waste and contributing to environmental stewardship. This initiative reflects their forward-thinking ethos and aligns with the growing demand for innovative, sustainable practices within the industry.

Wilsons Auctions, Ireland and the UK's and largest independent auction company, is proud to be at the forefront of facilitating this vision. With decades of expertise in managing large-scale auctions and a reputation for providing first-rate remarketing services, the auction company is fully prepared to ensure this event meets the highest standards of professionalism and success.

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This major event will be held at Wilsons Auctions Dublin with physical bidding and live online bidding available to all registered bidders for the auction.

Ricky Wilson, Director and Auctioneer at Wilsons Auctions said: "It was 14 years ago when Wilsons Auctions first hosted a major auction on behalf of Kilsaran, and I am thrilled that the two Irish family businesses are back in collaboration again."

"Bidding is open and welcome to the public. I would encourage everyone to book a viewing slot and register as early as possible ahead of the auction. This auction will be a great opportunity for the construction community, quarry businesses and as well as private buyers," he added.

Derry McKeown, Co-CEO of Kilsaran went on to comment: "Kilsaran are delighted to be working with Wilsons Auctions on this major auction event. This acts as an ideal opportunity for companies and individuals in the industry, and others, to purchase additional quality stock or upgrade their existing portfolio. The inventory of machinery and equipment has been well maintained on behalf of Kilsaran."

Viewings will be strictly by appointment only on Saturday 10th May and during the week beginning Monday 12th May, allowing prospective buyers the chance to thoroughly inspect the items before the auction. To book your viewing appointment please contact Wilsons Auctions Dublin on +353 (0)1464 2800 or email [email protected] to arrange your time slot.

Videos of all working machinery, plant and equipment are available to view via the online catalogue. Full details of the assets, their condition, and the viewing arrangements are available at www.wilsonsauctions.com.

Interested bidders can register online via Wilsons Auctions’ website or by emailing [email protected].

CLICK HERE TO VIEW THE AUCTION CATALOGUE

CLICK HERE TO REGISTER FOR THE AUCTION

Wilsons Auctions is a family-owned business that has grown to become the largest independent auction company in Ireland and the UK. Established in 1936, it specialises in plant and machinery and agricultural equipment and has over 89 years of auctioneering experience in this industry across Ireland and further afield.

With over 3,200 auctions held annually across the group, Wilsons Auctions holds over 450 dedicated commercial auctions annually across the UK and Ireland.

For further information go to www.wilsonsauctions.com, follow on Facebook @wilsonsauctionsltd or go to @wilsonsauctions on Instagram, X and TikTok.

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