Jeanne Copeland, CEO of Greenville Procurement Partners, will open Procurex Ireland 2026 with a strategic overview of the evolving procurement landscape across Ireland and Northern Ireland. As Chair, Jeanne will set the context for the day's discussions, highlighting the critical role procurement professionals play in delivering public services, driving economic value, and achieving sustainability goals. Her welcome will frame key themes including health procurement, digital transformation, cross-border collaboration, infrastructure delivery, and the unique opportunities presented by Ireland's EU Presidency. Attendees will be introduced to the strategic value of the sessions ahead and encouraged to engage fully with speakers, panelists, and peers throughout this landmark event for the procurement community.

Gareth Morton is the National Director of Procurement in the Health Service Executive (HSE), leading strategic procurement to enable the essential delivery of health and social care services across Ireland.  In this session, the National Director will outline the direction and vision of HSE Procurement and its evolving role in enabling a resilient and sustainable health system.  It will set out key priorities, progress to date, and the partnerships that underpin delivery across the health services

In the second half of 2026, Ireland will chair the Council of the European Union, shaping critical legislation on competitiveness, climate action, and regulatory simplification. This keynote session decodes Ireland's Presidency agenda for procurement professionals, exploring how EU priorities around strategic autonomy, the Net-Zero Industry Act, and Carbon Border Adjustment Mechanism will reshape supply chains and compliance requirements. Attendees will gain actionable intelligence on upcoming regulations, access to EU funding streams, and Ireland's push to reduce administrative burden by 25-35%. Learn how to position your organisation for competitive advantage during this pivotal period and navigate the evolving European regulatory landscape with confidence.

Frank Feighan TD, Minister of State at the Department of Public Expenditure, Infrastructure, Public Service Reform and Digitalisation, will deliver the keynote ministerial address setting out the Government's vision for transforming public procurement across Ireland. Minister Feighan will outline policy priorities for driving efficiency, transparency, and innovation in public spending, including digitalisation initiatives, regulatory reform, and strategies to maximise value for money while supporting SME participation and delivering social value. Attendees will gain critical insights into upcoming legislative changes, the Government's approach to procurement professionalisation, and how public procurement will contribute to achieving national objectives around infrastructure delivery, sustainability, and economic competitiveness. This address provides essential context for understanding the future direction of Irish public procurement and the opportunities and responsibilities this creates for both public sector buyers and the supplier community.

Digital transformation is revolutionising public procurement across Ireland, delivering measurable efficiency gains, cost savings, and transparency. This panel brings together procurement leaders from Dublin City Council, An Garda Síochána, the Irish Prison Service, and Education Procurement Service to share their real-world experiences of implementing digital procurement solutions. Attendees will discover how digitisation streamlines processes from requisition to payment, reduces administrative burden, enhances compliance and audit trails, and unlocks data-driven decision-making. Learn practical strategies for overcoming implementation challenges, building stakeholder buy-in, and achieving tangible ROI through automation. Whether you're at the start of your digital procurement journey or looking to optimise existing systems, this session offers actionable insights on how technology is transforming public sector value for money and operational efficiency.

Ireland's National Development Plan represents a €165 billion investment in transforming the country's infrastructure through 2030. This expert panel brings together leaders from Irish Rail, Irish Water, Metrolink, Northern Ireland Water, Coillte, EY, and CPAC to discuss how strategic procurement is enabling delivery of critical transport, water, and sustainability projects. Attendees will hear first-hand insights on navigating complex public infrastructure procurement, balancing cost efficiency with sustainability requirements, managing cross-border collaboration, and overcoming practical challenges in delivering large-scale capital programmes. Learn how procurement innovation is accelerating project timelines, driving value for money, and ensuring Ireland's infrastructure ambitions translate into real-world results that benefit citizens and businesses alike.

Hosted by Keenan Stack, IBEC
Unlocking Mobility: Procurement Strategies for Ireland's Transport Infrastructure Future

Overview
Transportation infrastructure forms the backbone of Ireland's economic competitiveness and quality of life. Yet procurement of transport projects - from road upgrades to public transit systems - requires sophisticated supplier engagement, risk management, and alignment with Ireland's wider climate and connectivity goals.
In this focused session, delegates will gain practical insight into the unique challenges and opportunities of transport infrastructure procurement. Hear from leading practitioners on how public sector buyers are navigating complex, multi-stakeholder projects that demand coordination across local authorities, government agencies, and private sector partners.
This session is essential for procurement leaders responsible for infrastructure delivery, contract managers supporting major projects, and suppliers seeking to understand buyer priorities in this critical sector.
Join the conversation and discover how strategic procurement can accelerate Ireland's transport ambitions.