What KORE does

KORE (legal entity Airpacks Ltd, trading as KORE Insulation) is an Irish manufacturer of Expanded Polystyrene (EPS) insulation solutions headquartered in Kilnaleck, Cavan, Ireland, operating nationwide in Ireland with early presence in the United Kingdom. Founded in 1999 and operating as a private for-profit SME with 11-50 employees, KORE produces a complete portfolio of insulation products spanning floor (KORE Floor, KORE Insulated Foundation System), wall (KORE Fill cavity insulation, KORE External), roof (KORE Loft, KORE Lock, KORE Flat Roof), and specialty applications (Void Formers, GeoFoam, XPS, Low Carbon Insulation). The core technology — EPS manufactured from 98% air with thermal conductivity of 0.031-0.036 W/mK — underpins proprietary systems such as the KORE Insulated Foundation System, which achieves U-values as low as 0.10 W/m²K while reducing concrete requirements by up to 40%. All products are CFC/HCFC-free and backed by third-party Environmental Product Declarations supporting LEED, BREEAM, and HPI certification pathways.

The company monetizes through direct one-time product sales to builders, developers, and self-build clients, complemented by revenue from professional services including free project consultations, technical training (CPD Roadshow), and low-energy building advisory services. Go-to-market is executed via Regional Sales Managers covering defined geographic territories in Ireland and the UK, a network of NSAI- and SEAI-certified Approved Installers, and a multi-partner system holder ecosystem (12+ certified EWI partners including ECO SMART, Premium Facades, Kilsaran, and STO) that integrates KORE EPS into NSAI-certified external wall insulation systems. Pricing is quote-based and not publicly disclosed. KORE's commercial posture is heavily anchored to regulatory credentials — NSAI Irish Agrément, BBA, Passive House Institute, ISO 9001/14001/45001/50001, EPD Ireland, and REDcert2 — that qualify its products for Part L-compliant and nZEB construction. Named enterprise customers include Blueprint Construction, Carroll O'Keefe Ltd, Beldare Homes, and Green Leaf Design and Build, spanning residential developments, self-build projects, and commercial sites.

Recent strategic activity indicates measured diversification: a 2026 partnership with Move & Connect for European IoT connectivity, a BeWhere/T-Mobile for Business asset-tracking distribution channel into the US market, and the launch of a KORE Low Carbon Insulation line with verified EPD targeting embodied carbon reduction. The company maintains an active content, case-study, and CPD-led marketing engine and remains privately held with no disclosed funding rounds, ownership transitions, or M&A activity.

Name

KORE

Legal name

Airpacks Ltd

Website

https://kore-system.com

Company type

Private

Founded year

1999

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

11–50 employees

Short description

KORE Insulation is an Irish manufacturer of Expanded Polystyrene (EPS) insulation systems serving residential builders, developers, self-build clients, and civil engineering contractors in Ireland and the United Kingdom. It produces floor, wall, roof, and foundation insulation products backed by NSAI, BBA, and Passive House certifications.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Building Insulation Materials

NAICS

Polystyrene Foam Product Manufacturing (32614)

SIC

Plastics Foam Products (3086)

akta.pro primary industry

Spray Polyurethane Foam (SPF) Systems Manufacturing (IMANAIAL)

akta.pro secondary industry

Foam Protective Packaging (EPS/EPE/EPP, PU, Molded Foam) (IMALAFAA)

Keywords

• EPS insulation manufacturing
• Building thermal insulation
• Insulated foundation systems
• Cavity wall insulation
• Construction insulation products

Headquarters

HQ city

Cavan

HQ country

Ireland

HQ region

Europe

Offices1 record

Markets served

GTM type

B2B

Offering type

Hardware or Manufacturing

Cost components

Supply Chain, Operations, Personnel, Marketing or Sales, Technology or R&D, Infrastructure

Revenue model

1. EPS Insulation Products: Manufacture and sale of Expanded Polystyrene insulation products including floor, wall, roof insulation and insulated foundation systems. Products are sold directly to builders, developers, and through approved installer networks.
2. Project Consultations: Free project consultation and evaluation services offered to customers designing new builds, low energy retrofits, or planning estate developments.
3. Technical Training: Continuing professional development training services for construction industry professionals on building regulations, technologies, and proper installation of insulation products.

Go-to-market motion1 record

Distribution channels4 records

Marketing channels4 records

Core offering

KORE (Airpacks Ltd) is an Irish manufacturer of Expanded Polystyrene (EPS) insulation products serving the building and construction industry. The company produces a comprehensive range of floor, wall, roof, and specialty insulation solutions including the proprietary KORE Insulated Foundation System, alongside project consultation and technical training services. KORE also supplies non-insulation packaging and bespoke moulded EPS products, primarily to customers in Ireland with some UK presence.

Product overview

KORE is a well-established Irish EPS (Expanded Polystyrene) insulation manufacturer offering a comprehensive portfolio of insulation solutions for the building and construction industry. The product range spans floor insulation (KORE Floor, KORE Insulated Foundation System), wall insulation (KORE Fill cavity wall insulation, KORE External wall insulation), roof insulation (KORE Loft, KORE Lock pitched roof, KORE Flat Roof), and specialty applications (KORE Void Formers, KORE GeoFoam, KORE XPS). The company also offers a low carbon insulation line with verified environmental declarations. KORE provides supporting services including project consultations, technical training, low energy building support, and maintains a network of approved installers. All products are manufactured from 98% air, are CFC and HCFC-free, and are backed by Environmental Product Declarations. The company operates from Kilnaleck, Cavan, Ireland with nationwide coverage.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Products and services

• KORE Floor EPS floor insulation product for use in residential and commercial building floor assemblies. Designed for builders, contractors, and developers.
• KORE Insulated Foundation System A proprietary insulated foundation system combining EPS with concrete foundations, BBA certified and Passive House Institute certified, designed to reduce concrete usage by up to 40% and provide cost savings versus competing materials. Targeted at builders, developers, and self-builders constructing residential foundations.
• KORE Fill Cavity wall insulation product using injected EPS beads, designed for filling wall cavities in residential and commercial construction.
• KORE External External wall insulation system using EPS, marketed via KORE System Holders, designed for external application on residential and commercial building walls.
• KORE Loft Loft and attic roof insulation product for residential buildings, used to insulate pitched roof spaces.
• KORE Lock Pitched roof insulation product for sloped roof assemblies in residential and commercial buildings.
• KORE Flat Roof Flat roof insulation product designed for non-pitched commercial and residential roof assemblies.
• KORE Void Formers EPS void formers used in concrete construction to create voids in slabs, beams, and other structural elements. Used in commercial and civil engineering applications.
• KORE GeoFoam Geotechnical expanded polystyrene foam used as a lightweight fill in civil engineering, infrastructure, and ground stabilization projects.
• KORE XPS Extruded Polystyrene (XPS) insulation product offering higher density and moisture resistance compared to standard EPS, used in demanding construction applications.
• KORE Low Carbon Insulation Low carbon EPS insulation product line supported by a third-party verified Environmental Product Declaration (EPD), offering 30% reduction in embodied carbon for sustainability-focused construction projects.
• Project Consultations Project consultation service providing technical advice and insulation specification support to builders, developers, and architects on construction projects.
• Technical Training Technical training service for contractors and installers covering proper installation techniques for KORE insulation systems and compliance with building regulations.
• Low Energy Building Service Advisory service supporting low energy and Passive House standard building projects, helping clients achieve energy efficiency targets through appropriate insulation specification.

Quantifiable outcome

• Up to 40% less concrete required in foundation construction
• +7 more outcomes

Named customers6 records

Segments4 records

Ideal customer profiles3 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Feature4 records

Partnerships

Eight partnerships are on record, tiered core and minor.

• Move & ConnectcoreTechnology or Integration · 24 March 2026Move & Connect formed a partnership with KORE to provide seamless IoT connectivity across Europe for critical industries. This partnership enables KORE to offer integrated IoT solutions alongside their traditional insulation products.
• BeWhere HoldingsminorChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorKORE serves as an authorized distributor and channel partner within the T-Mobile for Business ecosystem, distributing BeWhere's compact BeMini asset trackers for occupational health services across the United States.
• ECO SMART External InsulationcoreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorSystem holder providing NSAI certified external thermal insulation systems using KORE EPS. Located in Castlerea, Co. Roscommon, Ireland.
• Premium FacadescoreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorSystem holder providing NSAI certified external insulation systems using KORE EPS. Located in Dublin, Ireland.
• Kilsaran InternationalcoreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorSystem holder providing Ceresit-certified external insulation systems using KORE EPS. Located in Dunboyne, Co. Meath, Ireland.
• STO LTDcoreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorSystem holder providing StoTherm certified external insulation systems using KORE EPS. Located in Dublin, Ireland.
• Solastech InsulationcoreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorKORE, SEAI and NSAI approved installer for KORE Fill cavity wall insulation. Partner with KORE for over 10 years. Located in Ireland.
• Long Life StructurescoreImplementation/ SI/ Consulting PartnerHigh performance timber frame and thermal envelope company that works with KORE for insulated foundation systems. They provide technical feedback and serve as a key contractor for self-build projects in Ireland.

Scale indicators1 record

Recent moves6 records

Expansion highlights6 records

Direct peers

• Jablite: UK-based manufacturer of EPS insulation products for floors, walls, and civil engineering applications. Jablite is the closest comparable direct peer to KORE given its similar single-site UK/Ireland EPS manufacturing focus, comparable product portfolio (floor insulation, foundation systems, void formers, geofoam), and like-for-like customer base of builders, developers, and contractors.
• Unilin Insulation: European manufacturer of EPS, PIR, and XPS insulation boards (including the U-value targeted floor and wall ranges). Strong direct peer with overlapping product categories, similar specification-driven sales motion into builders and developers, and comparable participation in EWI/EPS system channels across the UK and Ireland.
• Sundolitt: Scandinavian EPS manufacturer supplying foundation, floor, wall, and civil-engineering foam applications (Sundolitt Block, Grundplast, SunRoof). Comparable as a region-focused EPS specialist with similar product platforms around the building envelope and civil engineering, though operating in colder-climate Nordic markets.
• Synthos: Poland-headquartered manufacturer of EPS raw material and finished insulation products serving the European construction industry. A peer in EPS chemistry-and-product integration comparable to KORE's vertically integrated EPS portfolio across floor, wall, foundation, and civil-engineering applications.
• Ravago Building Solutions: Building-envelope insulation manufacturer (XPS/EPS/PIR ranges including Ravatherm and Ravacom) distributing into Western Europe including the UK and Irish markets. Direct channel peer via EWI system holders and merchant networks analogous to KORE's installer and system-holder channels.

Broad incumbents

• Recticel: Belgian-listed manufacturer offering a broader portfolio across polyurethane foams, insulation boards, and bedding across Europe. A broad incumbent that overlaps KORE in PU/PIR insulation but operates at much greater scale and with cross-category adjacencies beyond pure EPS.
• Kingspan Group: Irish-listed global building envelope leader with insulated panels, rigid insulation, and structural foam offerings serving commercial and residential construction worldwide. A broad incumbent competitor that overlaps KORE on rigid foam insulation and competes for institutional specification through larger R&D and global channels.
• Xella International: European building-materials group producing aerated autoclaved concrete (Ytong), calcium-silicate units, and mineral insulation. A broad incumbent in the building-envelope space that competes for thermal-performance specification in walls and foundations but operates as a multi-material, multi-product manufacturer versus KORE's pure-EPS focus.

Others

• BASF: Global chemical company producing Neopor expandable polystyrene and Styrodur XPS, the upstream raw-material inputs into EPS and XPS insulation products. KORE and BASF are not direct competitors in finished goods but BASF's Neopor and Styrodur lines increasingly compete with EPS-only manufacturers like KORE on thermal-performance grounds in specification.
• Dow (Dow Chemical): Global chemical producer of STYROFOAM-brand extruded polystyrene insulation boards used in roof, wall, and below-grade applications. Indirect/adjacent peer: not a like-for-like EPS manufacturer at KORE's scale, but a competitor at specification where XPS is substituted for EPS in floor and foundation applications.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat5 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights6 records

Customer concentration

• Xx.com/koresystem
• Facebookfacebook.com/KOREIreland
• LinkedInlinkedin.com/company/kore-insulation

Compliance18 records

Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles1 record

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

Funding detail is available on the Subscription and Enterprise plan.Contact sales →

M&A

Investments

M&A and investment is available on the Subscription and Enterprise plan.Contact sales →

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