VEON at the Society of Irish Foresters study tour in northern Italy

Daragh Little and Siobhán McCarthy of VEON (pictured below) are attending the Society of Irish Foresters study tour in Trentino, northern Italy this week. Today’s event is examining forest management planning in a municipality and Continuous Cover Forestry management in this beech woodland. The event in Trentino brings together some of Europe’s foremost experts in … Read more

VEON hosts Foresters from Finland in Co. Wicklow

Woodland and Ecology management company VEON hosted a group of Finnish foresters and forest owners from MHY Forest Management Association in County Wicklow at the renowned Coollattin Estate. VEON previously hosted the event three years ago in 2019 during which time the sylvicultural and ecological restoration of the Coollattin Estate has gained pace and the … Read more

Licenced Forest Road Construction in a Hen Harrier Special Protection Area in Co. Kerry

The application process for this forest road commenced way back in August 2018. The process has been a tortuous one involving Natura Impact Statements (NIS) which are reports comprising the scientific examination of a plan or project and the relevant European Site or European Sites, to identify and characterise any possible implications of the plan … Read more

Molinia meadows (EU Habitats Directive code 6410)

Molinia meadows is a distinctive wet grassland habitat comprising of a relatively species-rich sward community which is generally between 20 and 60 cm tall. This Annex I grassland habitat was assessed on a site located in County Longford, during a training course for Ecologists provided by the Forest Service, Department of Agriculture, Food and the … Read more

Position filled – Job Vacancy – Accounting Executive/Bookkeeper

Position filled   Veon is Ireland’s leading Forestry and Ecology consultancy specialising in commercial forestry enterprise for all types of woodland owners and ecology service solutions for high-net-worth investors, pension funds, institutional investors and family wealth offices. Veon has been in business for over 25 years offering forest management services to woodland estate owners, investors … Read more

What is a Phase 1 Habitat Survey and Ecological Assessment?

Veon Ecology recently conducted a Phase 1 Habitat Survey and Ecological Assessment for a proposed development site. This culminated in a report detailing the results of field surveys and a desktop study which informed this Phase 1 Habitat Survey and Ecological Assessment for the proposed development site. The report was prepared in accordance with the … Read more

Clean energy reduces dependence on despots

The savage war being waged by Russia in Ukraine has added greater impetus to reduce our economy’s dependence on fossil fuels towards a more sustainable, biological-based economy. Forestry will become even more important in the medium term as a major producer of sustainable and renewable timber and bio-fuel for Ireland. Forests and trees provide many … Read more

Position filled – LEAD ECOLOGIST

Position filled   Veon is looking to recruit a Lead Ecologist to join our growing team throughout Ireland. As a company providing services to the forestry, ecology and environmental sectors, the successful candidate must demonstrate a knowledge of forest ecology while also committed to providing practical solutions for our clients. Our company offers a wide … Read more

Vacancy – Forestry Crew Worker

Veon is Irelands leading forestry consultancy specializing in commercial forestry enterprise for all types of woodland owners. Due to continued expansion, we are currently recruiting Forestry Workers to join our maintenance crew. Positions are available in the North West, Mid West and South East of the country. Benefits of Forestry Worker role: Competitive Salary (Piecework … Read more

Operations Forester – North East Region

Ireland’s leading Forestry, Ecology and Environment company, Veon Limited has over 30 years forest management experience and currently manages over 30,000 acres of high-quality commercial forests in Ireland and Scotland. The value of these assets is estimated at over €100 million. Our services are tailored towards maximizing the commercial benefits of forestry for our clients. … Read more

GIS & Certification Manager

This Position is Now Filled

Due to continued expansion, Veon is currently recruiting for the role of GIS & Certification Manager. Based in our head office in Dublin and reporting to the MD-Forestry, the successful candidate will have primary responsibility for expanding and maintaining the GIS system

Ministers Heather Humphries and Patrick O’Donovan open Veon’s new Regional Offices in Newcastle West, Co. Limerick

Veon's new Regional Office

The official opening of Veon’s new Regional Office took place on Friday 8th April at Market Yard, Newcastle West Co. Limerick. The office at the Yard Workspace was officially opened by Minister Heather Humphreys TD and Minister Patrick O’ Donovan TD. Veon’s new offices will serve as a base for Dermot Fenton, Forest Resource Manager … Read more