Ireland stands tall as a beacon of strategic vision and adaptability, steadfastly retaining its allure for foreign direct investment (FDI). Amidst the complexities of economics and the twists of geopolitics, Ireland’s role as the cornerstone of transatlantic business cooperation remains resolute—an embodiment of the enduring vigor of Irish-American relations and the extraordinary influence of shared […]

The Irish government’s trade and innovation agency, Enterprise Ireland, plays a pivotal role in shaping the economic landscape of the country and helps Irish businesses achieve global success. With a keen focus on supporting indigenous businesses and nurturing a thriving startup and R&D ecosystem, Enterprise Ireland is a driving force behind Irish companies conquering global […]

How a stronger relationship with the USA is contributing to Ireland’s economic success The tradition of an agrarian economy is still apparent in Ireland. The iconic rolling hills are still lush and picturesque. Many of the streets still boast cobblestones and charming architecture straight from a storybook. However, there is a new energy in the […]

By Arlene Harris Right from their creation in 1796, the Grand Canal Docks in Dublin have always been a hive of activity with cargo ships, laden with goods and livestock, jostling for space amongst sailing boats and fishing vessels as they ventured in and out of Ireland’s most important port.  Industry in the immediate area […]

The Greater Dublin Area and the Belfast Metropolitan Area continue to grow as the main economic engines on the island of Ireland. In the middle of these two hotbeds lies County Louth, an emerging critical player in the island’s economy.  The Dublin-Belfast Economic Corridor is considered one of the most important economic regions for the […]

Clinical research organization, ICON, exemplifies Ireland’s strength in supporting the global pharma, biotech, and medical device industries In recent years, Ireland has established itself as a world leader in a number of fields – and one of the most promising industries is the clinical research sector. Ireland’s strong academic infrastructure and its young, highly motivated […]

Within the area of global animal health, Irish companies have a long history of excelling on the world stage, and perhaps none more so than Bimeda. Founded in Ireland in 1960 and still headquartered in Dublin, Bimeda has been anticipating the needs of the global animal health sector for over six decades. Bimeda’s veterinary pharmaceuticals […]

Key factors drive the nation’s life sciences industry Ireland has been a hotspot for many industries in recent decades, but few are as promising as the life sciences sector. Since the 1960s, Ireland has been nurturing this sector’s ecosystem, which has grown into a major global player in the field. In Ireland, the life sciences […]

Irish companies solidify the nation’s status as a major player in niche construction When people think about world leaders in the construction industry, Ireland may not be the first country that comes to mind. However, that could soon change – this nation has become a major player in specialized construction. One example is Linesight, a […]

As Dublin faces a housing shortage, Irish Residential Properties REIT Plc (“IRES”), continues to deliver quality accommodation for residents of one of Europe’s most vibrant and youngest cities According to Margaret Sweeney, CEO of IRES, Ireland’s largest private landlord with a portfolio of almost 4,000 properties, “Ireland will continue to be a gateway into the […]