IDA West Region

Minister of State @daracalleary cuts the ribbon to officially open IQ Ballina

Just announced—the establishment of a new External Advisory Board for the School of Computer Science. Made up of industry experts, members will provide independent, external advice and guidance in the development of the School to actively support its strategic aims and mission, ensuring continued success and future growth @galwaycs Further info on board members here: universityofgalway.ie/science-engine…

We are proud to showcase #Ireland's world-class MedTech ecosystem at @MedTechCon in Toronto, where global leaders in medical technologies and healthcare innovation gather. Ireland is home to 14 of the top 15 MedTech companies. Learn more here: idaireland.com/explore-your-s… #MTC24

Galway City Council welcomes the positive decisions of An Bord Pleanála to grant consent for the BusConnects Galway: Cross-City Link (University Road to Dublin Road) project. This project represents a significant milestone in the development of the city.

"People will forget what you said, and people will forget what you did, but they will never forget how you made them feel". Congratulations to Gerry Kilcommins, Doctor of Engineering (DEng), who received an Honorary Degree at today's conferring in the Bailey Allen Hall at University of Galway. Over the past 20 years, Gerry has been in roles of increasing responsibility at a Medtronic Business Unit, Group and Corporate level. Gerry retired from @MedtronicIrl in April 2024 and has now set up his own consulting company. He was recently announced as the AmCham (American Chamber of Commerce) US/Ireland Global Leader Business Award Winner 2024. Well done, Gerry, and to all those who graduated from University of Galway today. #UniversityOfGalway #HonoraryDegree #Engineering

Soaking up the Galway atmosphere! ✨ Galway has been absolutely magical this week. Come rain or shine, the crowds and the craic have been mighty. There’s truly no better place to be! @artscouncil_ie @wildatlanticway @uniofgalway @galwaycityco @Heineken_IE

The global leader in innovative fastening solutions, @PennEngineering, has announced the expansion of its operations located in #Galway City, Ireland. This significant extension is set to create 70 new jobs over the next five years. Read more here: idaireland.com/latest-news/pr…

Today, we officially published our 2024 Mid-Year Results. The first six months of this year we supported 131 #investments, 74 of which are planned for regional locations, enabling the future delivery of 8,900 jobs to the economy. Read more here: idaireland.com/latest-news/pr…

The Steering Committee of the Strategic Development Zone (SDZ) at @Irelandwest is delighted to announce the appointment of Dominick Healy as the new Project Manager of IWA SDZ More: mayo.ie/news/Ireland-W… @DeptEnterprise @IDAIRELAND @Entirl @WesternDevCo @NWAssembly @atu_ie

University of Galway & @itag_ie - Innovation Technology AtlanTec Gateway – mark 10 years of collaboration & innovation at the AtlanTec Festival Conference on May 16th with informative & engaging displays of the latest technology developments. Register: ow.ly/97Wi50Ryqv1

Galway software company becomes first to achieve European Cycle Friendly Employer certificate - galwaybayfm.ie/?p=162337

𝗜𝗻𝘁𝗲𝗿𝗰𝗲𝗹𝘁𝗶𝗰 𝗕𝘂𝘀𝗶𝗻𝗲𝘀𝘀 𝗙𝗼𝗿𝘂𝗺 - Roundtable on Remote Working and Relocation. Deirdre Frost, Policy Analyst, WDC with Kevin Feighery, Regional Director, @ibec_irl and Ricky Conneely, Development Manager, @IDAWestRegion #InterCelticForum

Evernorth Health Services has chosen Galway City as the destination of a new innovation hub, creating 100 jobs over the next few years. Employees will be engaged in software strategy, architecture, and portfolio and product management of select technology products. @IDAIRELAND

Summer has landed! ☀️ Fly to 33 dream destinations across the EU, UK and USA this summer, including a new daily service to New York-JFK with Delta Air Lines. We'll get your holiday off to a dream start ✈️ Read more: bit.ly/43CjvnK #shannonairport #makingiteasy

Great to have Minister @HHumphreysFG meet with @IDAIRELAND client company @Cisco as part of the St Patrick’s day engagements in Chicago

"It's not just tax. Where Ireland is competing and winning is talent, it's innovation, it's pro-enterprise," says @IDAIRELAND CEO Michael Lohan. "That's what's setting Ireland apart for the last 75 years."

IDA Ireland is now welcoming applications for the #GraduateProgramme 2024-2027 which is due to start in September. The closing date for applications is March 25. You can apply here: candidatemanager.net/CM/p/pJobDetai… #Hiring #Graduate #JoinOurTeam

Congratulations to @platform_94 on the opening of the new extension today. "We will be outward looking and scale companies from here" @daracalleary @DeptEnterprise @Entirl @West_BIC @GalwayChamber 👏 👏

We are delighted to announce that Galway City has been announced among the Top 3 "European Microcities of the Future 2024", in the recently unveiled @fDiIntelligence report. Most notably, Galway City claims the coveted #1 rank in fDi's Human Capital and Lifestyle category, underscoring its commitment to fostering a dynamic environment conducive to personal and professional growth, such as that at University of Galway. Furthermore, Galway City has secured impressive standings, ranking #4 in both Economic Potential and Business Friendliness, a testament to its vibrant economic landscape and welcoming business environment, offering great potential to spinouts, start-ups and general career building. The report identifies Galway City's primary Foreign Direct Investment (FDI) sectors as software and IT services, business services, and medical devices, reaffirming its status as a flourishing hub for innovation and industry advancement. At University of Galway, we take immense pride in our city's continued recognition as a thriving center for #business and career opportunities, further enhancing the appeal of our institution as a gateway to #success for our students and alumni. #UniversityOfGalway #ForYouForTomorrow #Software #ITServices #BusinessServices #MedicalDevices. #BusinessHub @galwaytourism @GalwayCityCo @GalwayCoCo @gbayfm @ThisIsGalway @GalwayAdvert @CTribune

Ireland’s Mid-West Region awarded top position in "FDI Strategy", Cork places second in "Economic Potential", and Dublin comes in third in the overall category for "Major European City of the Future". Read the latest @fDiIntelligence's report here: idaireland.com/latest-news/pr…