Alan Dillon

Delighted to launch Startup Ireland today at @Entirl Start-Up Day, with over 700 people in attendance. This is about backing Irish founders with a new National Accelerator Start Up Program to fast track access to funding, mentors, training supports and global markets.

A privilege to officially launch the new Wild Mayo Plan today in Ballycastle. A focused five-year roadmap for North Mayo - delivering projects like the signature Céide Coastal Path, expanded trails, and stronger tourism offerings year around.

“Each year reminds us of the risks that remain, and consistent vigilance is required”, Minister @Alan_Dillon of the @DeptEnterprise speaking at this morning’s #WorkersMemorialDay ceremony in Dublin.

At Aurivo Dairy Ingredients in Ballaghaderreen yesterday with the team from Aurivo Co-operative, alongside Enterprise Ireland, InterTradeIreland and Invest Northern Ireland, to mark a €12 million investment that will cut emissions by 7,500 tonnes of CO₂ annually.

Delighted to join the @EuroCommerce Board in Dublin yesterday, hosted by Retail Ireland at @ibec_irl HQ. Great engagement with 40 retail & wholesale leaders from across Europe as we shape priorities ahead of Ireland’s EU Council Presidency.

In Brussels today for the EU Tripartite Social Summit 🇪🇺 Focused on: • Jobs & investment • Skills & future of work • Stronger, more resilient economies Ireland well represented @irishcongress and @ibec_irl as we prepare for our EU Presidency 🇮🇪 @DeptEnterprise

Great to be in Mexico and building on the strong relationship between Ireland and Mexico 🇮🇪🤝🇲🇽 @IrishEmbMexico Real opportunities ahead across trade, business and collaboration, looking forward to working even more closely together. @r_debarra @DeptEnterprise

Recordamos la historia compartida entre Irlanda y México en los sitios relacionados con el #BatallóndeSanPatricio, en compañía del Ministro @Alan_Dillon. Lugares que simbolizan la amistad duradera entre nuestros países 🇮🇪🇲🇽

A fantastic week across Central America and Mexico celebrating St Patrick’s Day, meeting great people, and strengthening the partnerships that continue to grow Ireland’s global connections. 🇮🇪🌎 #stpatricksday #mexico #ireland #guatemala

Wrapping up my St Patrick’s Day programme in Central America. In Mexico I met Vice Ministers José Luis Samaniego & Luis Rosendo on circular economy and SMEs. Ireland - Mexico ties are continually growing. 🇮🇪🤝🇲🇽

Busy start to my trip to Mexico City 🇲🇽 🏢 Opened Stripe’s expanded Mexico City office. 📊 Met the Mexican Business Council for Foreign Trade. 📁 Hosted roundtable with Irish companies including Smurfit Westrock and Megron.

Yesterday, Minister @Alan_Dillon of Ireland's @DeptEnterprise began his visit to Guatemala and Mexico 🇬🇹🇲🇽. Throughout this week, he will meet with representatives from both countries to strengthen cooperation in trade, technology, sustainability, and sports.

Thinking outside the box!! New Life Saving Patent Pending Initiative! 15 Different But Specific Businesses /Names signed up so far ! Official launch End of March. National & International Media already on Board !! #EcoPoweredCabinets.

Welcome news that Government has today approved the new Regional Airports Programme 2026 - 2030, securing the future of Ireland West Airport Knock. Knock remains in the Programme, with a fair step - down funding model that supports continued growth beyond 1 million passengers.

Today I launched Ireland’s 2nd Circular Economy Strategy. This plan will transform how we use materials and resources, cut waste, boost productivity, and create more sustainable jobs in every part of our country. You can read the full strategy here: assets.gov.ie/static/documen…

Great to meet entrepreneurs from across Ireland at New Frontiers Connect last week 🚀 500+ supported nationwide, 66 in the West, 13 progressing onto to Phase 2. Best of luck to all as you grow your businesses.

A real practical method of cutting down on single use plastics. Get in contact with the @nfgws to find out how to have one installed in your local area ⬇️

Delighted to launch the new Drinking Water Refill Station at Crucspullagadaun Loop Walk, Manulla this week 💧♻️ This is practical climate action - cutting single-use plastics while providing free, clean drinking water for the community. @DeptCEE

Delighted to announce the 14 recipients of the €650,000 Circular Economy Innovation Grant Scheme at ACT (Accelerating Change Together) in Ballina yesterday. These projects showcase best practice in the circular economy - reducing emissions and strengthening communities.

Tánaiste and Party Leader @SimonHarrisTD, Ministers @1Hildegarde, Emer Higgins and @Alan_Dillon, and Senator @SeanKyneGalway speaking to the media at the Fine Gael Disability Network conference in Galway.