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Rubicon Archaeology @rubiconarchaeology.bsky.social · 3d

🇩🇪We’ve opened a new office in Würzburg, Germany, expanding our European reach and strengthening our partnership with INFRA Europe JV.

From SuedLink to mammoth-sized discoveries, our German adventure is off to an incredible start.

🔗 Read more: www.rubiconarchaeology.com/blog/94490d6...

Rubicon Archaeology @rubiconarchaeology.bsky.social · Aug 18

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25 years of Rubicon with Colm Moloney

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Rubicon Archaeology @rubiconarchaeology.bsky.social · Aug 18

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25 Years of Rubicon with Colm Moloney

Podcast Episode · The Shindig - An Archaeology Podcast · 18/08/2025 · 33m

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Rubicon Archaeology @rubiconarchaeology.bsky.social · Aug 18

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25 Years of Rubicon with Colm Moloney

The Shindig - An Archaeology Podcast · Episode

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Rubicon Archaeology @rubiconarchaeology.bsky.social · Aug 18

🎙️ A special Heritage Week release!

We chat to Colm Moloney, founder of Rubicon Archaeology, to celebrate 25 years of digging into the past. From childhood curiosity to leading Europe’s biggest civil engineering project. This is filled with stories, insights, and advice.

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Rubicon Archaeology @rubiconarchaeology.bsky.social · Jul 31

👏 A round of applause for the real MVP of the dig.

The trowel!

It’s always there, scraping through history one layer at a time.

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Rubicon Archaeology @rubiconarchaeology.bsky.social · Jul 21

🌍 Happy Monday from all of us at Rubicon Archaeology!
Big shoutout to our incredible teams working hard across archaeological sites in Ireland, the UK, and Germany.

Here’s to another week of exciting excavations, heritage discoveries, and progress in the field and office! 💪⚒️

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Rubicon Archaeology @rubiconarchaeology.bsky.social · Jul 15

☀️🌧️❄️💨 Four seasons in one day? Just another week on site in Ireland!
From sunscreen to waterproofs in under five minutes, our team takes Irish weather in their stride 💪🌈

Shoutout to Sonia & Antonio in the picture.
📸 by Jennifer Mccarthy

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Rubicon Archaeology @rubiconarchaeology.bsky.social · Jul 14

Do you have an upcoming development?

Worried about how archaeological works fit into it?

✉️ Contact Rubicon Archaeology today at [email protected] and help us, to help you.

Rubicon Archaeology @rubiconarchaeology.bsky.social · Jul 7

⛏️ Happy Monday to all our staff and clients across The UK, Germany & Ireland.

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Rubicon Archaeology @rubiconarchaeology.bsky.social · Jul 3

When we say our team lives and breathes history we mean it 👀
They’re currently staying in a converted RIC barracks while working on a site in Ireland.

It was built around 1870 and once home to the Royal Irish Constabulary.

Rubicon Archaeology @rubiconarchaeology.bsky.social · Jul 2

🏗️ Breaking ground soon? Talk to Rubicon Archaeology first.

From assessments to excavations, we support projects across Ireland, the UK & Germany.

✅On time
✅On budget
✅Planning compliant.

📩 [email protected]

Rubicon Archaeology @rubiconarchaeology.bsky.social · Jul 1

🚨 We're hiring a Site Director (Licensed Archaeologist) in Ireland!
💶 €46K–€55K | 🗓️ Permanent, full-time

🔗Click for more info: www.rubiconarchaeology.com/site-directo...

📩 Apply now by emailing [email protected] or tag someone who should

Rubicon Archaeology @rubiconarchaeology.bsky.social · Jun 27

We’re excited to welcome Antonio Marques to the Rubicon Archaeology team in Ireland! Joining as a Site Assistant, Antonio has hit the ground running. As we celebrate 25 years and our rebrand, it’s a great time to grow.

Welcome aboard, Antonio

Rubicon Archaeology @rubiconarchaeology.bsky.social · Jun 27

🐴 NO HORSING AROUND....
DM us today for info on how we can help you

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Rubicon Archaeology @rubiconarchaeology.bsky.social · May 19

🎉 Big congrats to Keziah Warburton, our new Commercial Project Manager! Since joining in 2024 she’s blended archaeology + business like a pro.

Keziah says: “I’m excited to help shape Rubicon’s future and keep growing with a team that supports its people.” 🙌 #TeamRubicon

Rubicon Archaeology @rubiconarchaeology.bsky.social · May 16

Our founder Colm Moloney was honoured to attend the British Irish Chamber Gala Dinner at the Mansion House, Dublin—kindly invited by John O’Loughlin, Head of Trade & Investment for the Welsh Government in Ireland. A great night celebrating Ireland–Wales collaboration!

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Rubicon Archaeology @rubiconarchaeology.bsky.social · May 13

We're updating our website and moving to a new domain: rubiconarchaeology.com! You might notice some glitches as we switch over. A full redesign is on the way to reflect our 25 years of work across Ireland, the UK, Germany and beyond

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Rubicon Archaeology @rubiconarchaeology.bsky.social · May 13

We're updating our website and moving to a new domain: rubiconarchaeology.com! You might notice some glitches as we switch over. A full redesign is on the way to reflect our 25 years of work across Ireland, the UK, Germany and beyond

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Archaeological Services Across Ireland, the UK, and Europe Rubicon Archaeology is a leading provider of archaeological and heritage services for both public and private sector clients across Ireland,...

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Rubicon Archaeology @rubiconarchaeology.bsky.social · May 7

At Rubicon Archaeology, D.I.G. is more than what we do – it’s how we do it.

Dependability.
Integrity.
Giving Support.

We deliver quality, act with honesty, and back our clients and team every step of the way.

Looking for a trusted archaeology partner or a place to grow your career? Let’s talk

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Rubicon Archaeology @rubiconarchaeology.bsky.social · May 2

#FindsFriday 🪨 ⛏️
A cache of possible Neolithic artefacts was recently uncovered on a site in Ireland, including a polished stone axe head.

The excavation was directed by Jennifer McCarthy, and pictured here is archaeologist Dawn Gooney in action.

Amazing work as always!

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Rubicon Archaeology @rubiconarchaeology.bsky.social · May 2

An absolute pleasure for our founder Colm Moloney to meet Minister Niamh Smyth TD while representing Rubicon Archaeology at the launch of Enterprise Ireland’s new Glasgow office last night. A fantastic evening full of inspiring conversations and brilliant connections.

Rubicon Archaeology @rubiconarchaeology.bsky.social · Apr 29

⛏️Our incredible staff are working across Ireland, the UK, and Germany, delivering high-quality archaeological work for our clients every step of the way. These tools are just part of the story.

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Rubicon Archaeology @rubiconarchaeology.bsky.social · Apr 28

Congratulations to Bruce Sutton on his fantastic talk at the @iaiarchaeo.bsky.social CPD event at UCD! Bruce shared insights on sampling charcoal and waterlogged wood and the discoveries they reveal. We’re proud to have him representing Rubicon!

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John Flynn Artist @johnflynnart.bsky.social · Apr 18

Beyond Happy, excited and grateful for this opportunity to work with this amazing company!

Rubicon Archaeology @rubiconarchaeology.bsky.social · Apr 17

🎨 Say hello to John Flynn!
We’re thrilled to welcome John to the Rubicon Archaeology team as our new Illustrator. With a Fine Art background & a passion for heritage, he’s the perfect fit to help us bring the past to life.
Welcome aboard, John!

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