PM Group announces acquisition of Milestone Solutions
PM Group, the Irish headquartered international project delivery company, has today announced the acquisition of automation and digital systems firm, Milestone Solutions (“Milestone”). Milestone specialises in implementing digital technologies to manage and optimise complex manufacturing systems for operational efficiency and regulatory compliance in the Pharma, Life Sciences and FMCG sectors. This strategic acquisition will enhance PM Group’s automation and smart manufacturing service offering to
Rebel County to take centre stage in Ireland’s energy revolution
A major national conference has been organised in Cork on June 8 to discuss the opportunities in delivering clean power and energy across technologies and geographies. The Power & Energy Conference 2023 will bring together international industry leaders and key stakeholders to discuss challenges and solutions for Europe’s energy security, and Ireland’s role in that. The event at the Rochestown Park Hotel is located at the centre of Cork’s burgeoning energy and power industries cluster, to provide leading
24 hr Wilderness Survival challenge to fight poverty
Join the 24hr Survival Challenge Looking for Irish charity challenge ideas? Want to raise money for charity? Join the 24 hr Survival Challenge on September 30th to support SERVE. Do you accept the challenge to get back to the basics and survive? This is your opportunity to get one with nature. You will meet adventure lovers and more like minded people who want to give back. * Do you want to build a shelter from nothing? * Do you know how to start a fire? * Are you simply looking to have an
Hannah Thornton joins Fuzion Communications
Fuzion Communications is pleased to announce the appointment of Hannah Thornton to the role of Junior Account Executive at the award-winning communications and creative agency. In this role, Hannah will provide assistance to the PR and communications account management team. Prior to joining Fuzion, Hannah previously worked in Ireland and the UK, across a number of consumer and non-for-profit brands, supporting the team on the coordination of events,media liaison, and photocalls. Hannah has a Masters
Flogas is Official Energy Partner of Team Ireland for Paris 2024 Olympics
Caption: (front row l/r), track and field athlete, Mark English, John Conroy, marketing manager, Flogas; boxer Amy Broadhurst. (Back row): John Rooney, managing director and Ken O’Byrne, commercial director, Flogas. Flogas is now the Official Energy Partner of Team Ireland for the Paris 2024 Summer Olympic Games. The announcement was made at the National Sports Campus in Abbottstown in Dublin on Wed 17 May 2023 at which three Olympic hopefuls, boxer Amy Broadhurst, swimmer Daniel Wiffen and track and
Cork Charity Ready to WalkN'Roll as Calls For Support Grow
Cork-based charity The Crann Centre today launched its third annual Walk n’Roll fundraiser at its Ovens headquarters with the support of Cork City FC. The charity provides lifelong, life-changing solutions for children, adults and families living with neuro-physical disabilities and is encouraging people to walk, run, roll, push or pedal 5km between Thursday, June 8th and Sunday, June 11th and raise vital funds. Walk n’Roll is Crann’s biggest fundraising event of the year and sets participants the
Shine Ladies Lunch June 2023
After a successful return in June 2022 we are delighted to host the Shine Ladies Lunch again this year. So, why not grab your friends, get dressed up and join us for a great day out on Saturday 10th June at the Clayton Hotel-Cork City to support the work of the Shine Centre. For those who have not attended the event previously, the day begins with a bubbly reception at 12.30pm, followed by a three course lunch with wine. We have plenty of entertainment on the day and a host of raffle and spot prizes,
Ballyhass Adventure Group Opens Bunkhouse Village, a New Adventure Experience in Munster
Ballyhass Adventure Group, a leading outdoor activity provider in Munster, is excited to announce the opening of its latest addition, Ballyhass Bunkhouse Village. This brand-new accommodation experience is set to redefine adventure holidays in Munster. The Ballyhass Bunkhouse Village features 22 purpose-built bunkhouses, providing affordable and comfortable accommodation options for various group sizes. The village consists of 17 bunkhouses with two triple bunk beds and five double bunkhouses with a
EDC recognised for excellence in Engineering Design Innovation at ICE Awards
Engineering consultancy EDC’s dedication to sustainability and engineering design innovation has been recognised with a recent win at the 2023 Irish Construction Excellence (ICE) Awards in the "Engineering Design Innovation -– Element Up To €10M Category", for their work on Dublin City Council’s North City Operations Depot (NCOD). The ICE Awards are the original and premier recognition of performance excellence for the contracting sector in Ireland, providing an opportunity for the industry to showcase
DP Energy, one of Ireland’s leading renewable energy developers appoints Adam Cronin as Chief Operating Officer
DP Energy, one of Ireland’s leading developers of renewable energy projects, has promoted Adam Cronin to the role of Chief Operating Officer. Headquartered in Cork and operating across the world, DP Energy is committed to using the most sustainable and environmentally responsible methods possible in all their energy developments. In his new role, Adam will be responsible for the Operational and Service Delivery functions across the company’s international portfolio of onshore and offshore renewable
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Reputational Risk vs Opportunity: industry event explores importance of employee communications
Springboard Communications this week hosted an industry event in collaboration with the Public Relations Institute of Ireland (PRII), bringing together experts working in-house and externally on communications and HR. With the impact employees can have on the internal and external reputation of organisations firmly in the national conversation, the Reputational Risk vs Opportunity: Harness the power of your Employee Communications event explored why employees are vital to managing the external and
Field of Dreams Students are Buzzing with Ballinora Bees!
[Curraheen Cork, 08th May 2023] – As part of the enriching "Field to Fork" program, students at Field of Dreams had the incredible opportunity to participate in a hands-on Beekeeping Workshop on Monday, conducted by Ballinora Bees - Local Irish Honey. The workshop aimed to educate students about the diverse types of bees, their vital role in biodiversity, and their critical function within the food chain.During the workshop, the students were introduced to the fascinating world of bees, learning about the
Karen O'Donoghue appointed Managing Director of the Irish Examiner and The Echo
Karen O’Donoghue has been named managing director of the Irish Examiner and The Echo. Karen is a Cork native, holds a Bachelor of Business Studies from MTU and has formerly worked at eir and PFH Technologies. She joined the Irish Examiner in 2003, overseeing marketing campaigns delivered nationwide including 'Whatever else happens, we’re always here' and 'Every story matters'. She also led creative campaigns for the Irish Examiner’s 180th anniversary in 2021 and The Echo’s 130th anniversary last year
Barter's Travelnet of Cork named Top Travel Agency for Republic of Ireland
A Munster travel agency has been named as the best in the Republic of Ireland. Barter’s Travelnet in Cork was named the Republic of Ireland’s Top Agency as part of the TTG Top 50 Travel Agencies 2023: an annual power-list of the nation’s best agents by industry bible,Travel Trade Gazette. TTG editorial director Pippa Jacks said: “Now in its eighth year, our TTG Top 50 Travel Agencies initiative sees us tour the length and breadth of the UK and Ireland to find those travel agents who have worked
SERVE with partners Young Africa positioned to develop eLearning Platform
Cork-based charity SERVE and Young Africa will work with Spur Technologies to develop the eLearning Platform for Young Africa students in Zimbabwe, Mozambique, Zambia and Namibia. Spur Technologies will also integrate an improved digital monitoring and evaluation system to keep track of students’ progress. Students in 11 African countries will gain from this work through Young Africa's programme dissemination work. This enhances the learning experience for students across 14 disciplines. The
Mental Health Week: Book a Financial Wellness Session For Your Organisation
As we approach Mental Health Week, it's more important than ever to promote positive mental health and wellness in the workplace. At Alpha Wealth, we believe that financial wellness is an integral part of overall mental health, and we're excited to offer your company a series of webinars that focus on this crucial topic. Our financial wellness webinars are designed to educate and empower your employees to take control of their finances and reduce financial stress. Our experienced financial advisors will