Search for construction firm buyers after loss of 180 Macroom jobs

THE search began yesterday for buyers for an award-winning construction firm which has collapsed with the loss of 180 jobs.

Delta Off Site Solutions based in Macroom, Co Cork, which made bathroom and kitchen pods for the construction industry, announced its immediate closure on Wednesday.

It is understood the firm collapsed with debts of over €5 million. It also owes the Bank of Scotland a substantial seven-figure sum.