Through the history of Bord na Móna, the communities we serve and work in have always been at our core.
Explore Our Rich 80 Year History in Ireland's Midlands.
A Timeline of our History
Scroll through our timeline, and read about the key events in Bord na Móna's history.
Stories
See how our people's experiences shapes our story
Explore unique maps from the Bog Commissioners Reports 1809-1814
Articles
Bord na Móna has a history spanning generations in Ireland. Read through our historic articles that bring you through the decades.
Learn MoreProduction Machinery
Explore the Production Machinery which aided our transition from manual to mechanised production.
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Locomotives and railway lines have been essential in hauling peat across both short and long distances from the 1920’s, and are still in use today.
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General machinery had to be adapted or modified in some way to be capable of working on bog land, for both production and development.
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Before peat production can begin, work needs to be done on the land to ensure it is ready. This process is vital for avoiding stoppages and ensuring the maximum efficiency of production.
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A photo of BnM apprentices taken at Athlone RTC around 1973 or 1974. A hirsute bunch - We got this from Michael Kenny who works in Derrrygreenagh workshop.
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