Cork Business Organisations express disappointment at delay to Events Centre funding decision
In a joint statement, Cork Chamber of Commerce, the Cork Business Association (CBA), the Cork branch of the Irish Hotels Federation (IHF), the Vintners Federation (VFI) in Cork, and the Restaurant Association of Ireland (RAI) have expressed disappointment that Government is to further delay a decision on funding for the Cork Events Centre. Despite significant funding commitments made by the private sector, the Government continues to delay the decision around vital state funding for the Events Centre,
Cork Chamber welcomes Motorola Solutions’ new investment in Cork City
Cork Chamber, the voice of business in Cork, has welcomed Motorola Solutions’ announcement that it is to open a new Research & Development Centre in Cork, creating 200 jobs. The R&D Centre’s 200 highly skilled jobs will be focused on software design for the firm’s comprehensive land mobile radio (LMR) portfolio, supporting both public safety and commercial initiatives. Director of Public Affairs at Cork Chamber, Cathal McSweeney, welcomed today’s announcement: “Motorola Solutions’ decision to base its new
Cork Business Organisations Call on Government to Fund Transformative Cork Events Centre
In a powerful demonstration of unity and vision for the future of Cork, all major business organisations across the city region have come together to urge government to approve the funding to enable the development of the Cork Events Centre. With a final decision expected in the coming weeks, this coalition of influential groups highlights the transformative potential of the project for the local economy and community. The Cork Business Association (CBA), the Cork branch of the Irish Hotels Federation
Businesses believe Cork will not achieve Project Ireland 2040 targets due to lack of Funding, Cork C
-SMEs need further support measures in Budget 2025- Cork Chamber, the voice of business in Cork, has published its latest Economic Trends survey, proudly sponsored by PTSB. The survey, capturing insights from Cork Chamber members for Q2 2024 and their outlook for Q3 2024, also reflects their sentiments and priorities ahead of Budget 2025.Key Findings from the Q2 2024: Housing stimulus is the top business priority for Budget 2025. 82% of respondents call for increased Government investment in Cork to
Cork Chamber welcomes progress on delivery of Cork to Limerick N/M20
Cork Chamber, the voice of business in Cork, welcomes the announcement that the Cork to Limerick N/M20 is to be upgraded to a full motorway, improving travel times between the two cities by an estimated 30 minutes. The announcement represents a significant milestone in the development of multimodal connectivity between the two largest and growing cities in Ireland’s southern region. Cork Chamber CEO Conor Healy said “The confirmation that the N20 connecting Cork and Limerick will be upgraded to a full
Cork Chamber launches the Cork Offshore Renewable Industry Forum
Cork Chamber, the voice of business in Cork, has this week launched the Cork Offshore Renewable Industry Forum (CORIF), a new forum for the renewable energy industry to drive the development of Cork’s offshore renewables sector. CORIF will bring together representatives of the offshore renewables industry to identify key policy and infrastructure enablers that will ensure Cork benefits fully from the development of offshore renewables. Capturing the full value of renewables will support the achievement
.From Pixels to Progress.
-Cork Chamber launches the Cork Digital Marketing Awards 2024- The Cork Digital Marketing Awards are back for 2024, set to honour the most innovative and impactful digital marketing achievements in the Cork region. Organised by Cork Chamber, the awards aim to recognise and celebrate the outstanding teams, projects, and businesses that have harnessed the power of digital media to drive success. Designed to be inclusive, these awards welcome a wide range of entrants from small businesses to large
Urban Evolution: New Chamber President Focuses on Welcoming and Vibrant Urban Spaces
-Cork Chamber of Commerce Welcomes New President Rob Horgan at 2024 AGM- Cork Chamber, the voice of business in Cork, has today announced Rob Horgan, entrepreneur and owner of Velo Coffee, as its new President, marking another milestone in the Chamber's history. At the 205th Annual General Meeting held at the Imperial Hotel Cork, Mr Horgan outlined his vision and commitment to furthering Cork's economic and social prosperity. Mr Horgan articulated a forward-thinking vision for Cork, emphasising a
Cork Chamber Welcomes Progress Announcement for Cork Area Commuter Rail Programme
Cork Chamber, the voice of business in Cork, is delighted to welcome Minister Eamon Ryan’s announcement today of the commencement of the next phase in transforming the Cork Area Commuter Rail network. This phase will deliver eight new commuter rail stations across the Cobh, Midleton and Mallow lines, a new fleet maintenance depot and the electrification of the network. This will play a pivotal role in transforming Cork's transport infrastructure, creating a well-connected, efficient, and sustainable
High-Speed Rail & Restoration of Internal Flights would Transform All-Island Connectivity
-An All-Island Collaboration Promises Economic Growth-[Belfast, May 24th] In a landmark mission, a delegation of business leaders and politicians from across the island came together to discuss key areas for an all-island approach to economic development. Led by the Northern Ireland Chamber of Commerce, Cork Chamber, and Dublin Chamber, this series of events marks the first collaborative initiative of its kind, focusing on enhancing connectivity and fostering economic growth.Connecting People and
Cork Chamber Launches Elections Manifesto
Cork Chamber, the voice of business in Cork, has today launched the Cork Chamber Local and European Election Manifesto. Through Ireland 2040, the government has set targets for Cork which includes a 50% growth in population. This will require a concerted effort to build houses, create circa 75,000 jobs, deliver an enhanced public transport system and provide a range of health, social, community and cultural services. While Cork has potential to accommodate significant economic and spatial change to play
Childcare Disproportionately Affects Women in the Workforce, Cork Chamber Survey Reveals
Cork Chamber, the voice of business in Cork, has published its latest Economic Trends, proudly supported by PTSB. Cork Chamber members shared their experiences through the most recent business quarter Q1 2024 and their outlook for Q2 2024. This quarter, Cork Chamber members also expressed their views on the provision of childcare services in Cork and the impact childcare provision has on their employees. The Q1 2024 survey found: 77% expressed confidence in the Irish economy 63% of respondents either
Driving energy transition: Cork Chamber launches REEValue to support the decarbonisation of business
-Adopting energy efficiency measures or investing in renewable energy can help Irish businesses to lower their energy bill by 10%- Cork Chamber, the voice of business in Cork, announced today a new service that delivers advice to businesses aiming to become more energy efficient and invest in renewable energy sources. This free service, which is open to members and non-members nationwide, is being delivered through a wider European Commission funded project, called REEValue and focuses on the food,
Cork Chamber welcomes funding boost for N/M20 and M28 but says other routes must also be prioritised
Cork Chamber, the voice of business in Cork, has welcomed today’s important funding announcement for the highly anticipated N/M20 Cork to Limerick route and the M28 Cork to Ringaskiddy project, but has expressed concern that more needs to be done regarding other projects. “A strong connection between Cork and Limerick is crucial for economic growth and collaboration. Today’s funding announcement for the N/M20 is an important next step that facilitates the project moving to the next stage,” said Conor
Continued Investment and Acceleration of Key Cork Developments Essential to Safeguard Cork’s Future,
- Support of the green transition in areas such as renewables needed to propel the Cork region to further success - Cork has a real opportunity to integrate economic growth and environmental responsibility, while cementing its position as a world-leading destination of choice for global companies, said President of Cork Chamber, Ronan Murray at the 2024 Chamber Annual Dinner sponsored by AIB. “We are indeed at the very heart of our national eco-system with an offering that continues to win on the world
An investment in Cork’s future, Cork Chamber welcomes official opening of Dunkettle Interchange Upgrade Scheme
Cork Chamber, the voice of business in Cork, has today welcomed the official opening of the highly anticipated Dunkettle Interchange Scheme by An Tánaiste Micheál Martin T.D. “The completion of this €215 million project is a testament to the dedication and collaborative efforts of all involved. It represents a major investment in our region's future and will undoubtedly serve as a catalyst for economic growth and development,” said Conor Healy, Cork Chamber CEO. “This project not only improves
PepsiCo's Winning Formula - Crowned Cork Company of the Year 2024
-PepsiCo Cork Marks 50 Glorious Years with Prestigious Award Win- Cork Chamber, the voice of business in Cork, is pleased to announce PepsiCo as the recipient of the prestigious Cork Company of the Year Award 2024. This esteemed accolade recognises the outstanding contributions to the region’s business community and celebrates the excellence and innovation demonstrated by PepsiCo. The award was announced along with individual category winners at the Cork Chamber Annual Dinner which brought together
Cork Chamber welcomes amendments to Tax Debt Warehousing scheme
Cork Chamber the voice of business in Cork has today welcomed the amendments to the Tax Debt Warehousing scheme announced by Minister for Finance, Michael McGrath T.D. Conor Healy, CEO of Cork Chamber said, “the announcement of the changes to the Tax Debt Warehousing scheme will offer some relief to the affected businesses. It has been a very challenging time for business. There are many and mounting pressures, and we have seen the cost of doing business rising across our membership." "The reduction of
Businesses remain proactive in addressing skills shortages
Cork Chamber, the voice of business in Cork, has published its latest Economic Trends, proudly supported by PTSB. Cork Chamber members shared their experiences through the most recent business quarter Q4 2023 and their outlook for the first quarter of 2024. In response to skills availability posing a significant threat to business growth, the Q4 survey also asked about skills gaps breakdowns.The Q4 2023 survey found: 80% expressed confidence in the Irish economy 81% of respondents’ net profit either
Leadership, peace and progress
Conor Healy, Cork Chamber CEO As we reflect on 2023, it has without doubt been a year of great progress for the business community in Cork, undeniably marked by significant advancements. However, amidst this progress, the region did not emerge unscathed from the reverberations of conflict, a reality that manifested itself prominently in 2023. In the past year Cork continued to grow in every sense and the city itself is showing real signs of transformation with ambitious and exciting new projects on the
Progress on the Cork to Limerick N/M20 paving the way for sustainable growth, says Cork Chamber
Cork Chamber welcomes the design updates and the announcement of the preferred corridor of the highly anticipated multi-modal N/M20 Cork to Limerick project. “The advancement of this project marks a significant step towards the successful delivery of this strategic multi-modal corridor, which once completed will be a catalyst for sustainable growth in our region. This project is a sustainable travel project with 100km of segregated active travel infrastructure and transport hubs that will facilitate
Pat McGrath Honoured with Outstanding Contribution to Business Award from Cork Chamber
Cork Chamber has recognised Pat McGrath for his outstanding contribution to business. The award was presented at the Cork Chamber Dublin Dinner where the keynote speaker was An Taoiseach, Leo Varadkar. The event, held at the Clayton Hotel Burlington Road and sponsored by EY, brought together 600 prominent figures from the political and business sectors. Mr McGrath’s exceptional role at PM Group played a significant part in his career. In the early 00’s, Mr McGrath was appointed CEO and was
Ireland has the potential to become a renewable powerhouse
The Cork Chamber Dublin Dinner held this evening celebrated the collaborative spirit between Cork and Dublin and the importance of this synergy to the success of Ireland Inc. Held in the Clayton Hotel, Burlington Road in association with EY, the keynote was delivered by An Taoiseach Leo Varadkar T.D. to more than 600 people from across Ireland’s business, political and diplomatic landscape. In his keynote address, An Taoiseach Leo Varadkar T.D. said “The Government and I strongly believe that more
Ireland a global hub for financial services with Cork’s strong IFS centre key to its international o
Cork Chamber, the voice of business in Cork, together with the Cork Financial Services Forum, today hosted a national event for the financial services (FS) sector which focused the future of the FS sector and the evolving role of technologies including artificial intelligence. The event, attended by over 160 FS sector leaders from across Ireland, was addressed by keynote speaker Minister for Finance, Michael McGrath TD.Ireland is now recognised as a significant global financial centre and the
Announcements by PepsiCo and Boston Scientific Signal Strong Confidence in Cork
Cork Chamber, the voice of business in Cork, has welcomed today’s announcement that PepsiCo is to invest €39 million into its Little Island site. This latest investment by PepsiCo, which follows the completion of a €127 million investment at the site, will expand the company's manufacturing capacity and see the rollout of a major solar PV installation. “PepsiCo has been a long-time employer in Cork for almost 50 years and this latest investment signals the company’s commitment to Cork and focus on a
Cork Chamber’s business awards seek brightest and best
-Cork Company of the Year Awards 2024 open for entries- Cork Chamber, the voice of business in Cork, has opened the Cork Chamber Cork Company of the Year Awards 2024 for entries. For a quarter of a century, these awards have served as an exclusive platform for businesses in the region to celebrate their successes and gain recognition for their achievements. The four distinct award categories allow for businesses of all sizes and backgrounds to enter so that the true diversity of the Cork business