Support Cork Charity for Global Impact
Cork native & a graduate engineer Anna Juda, MTU student Jack Bermo studying marketing along with other muddy enthusiasts have accepted the Run-a-Muck Challenge to support Cork charity SERVE. SERVE works with partners in India, Zimbabwe, Mozambique and other countries who execute solutions for local challenges. For eg: access to education, employment and business training, health care, disability stigma and more. Jack Bermo is completing the 'Run-a-Muck Challenge' simply because "We're made to run. I'm
Cork English College welcomes 15 education travel agents to Cork as part of the 2024 Select Ireland FAM Trip.
Cork English College in collaboration with Select Ireland successfully ran their second Fam Trip to Ireland last week following Study Travel Alphe UK, with visits to their partner centres in Cork, Galway and Dublin. 15 agencies from Brazil, Colombia, France, Germany, Italy, Japan, Poland, Taiwan and Turkey took part in the event. While in Cork all agents visited the Cork English College main centre on St. Patrick's Bridge, followed by lunch in Market Lane, a visit to our colleagues CES Cork finishing
The Maryborough Hotel Awarded Prestigious 'Zero Waste to Landfill' Certificate
The Maryborough Hotel is proud to announce that it has been awarded the 'Zero Waste to Landfill' Certificate, recognising its significant achievement in sustainable waste management. The certification, supplied by an independent body, positions The Maryborough & Spa as the first hotel in Ireland to achieve this milestone, further cementing its commitment to environmental responsibility.Nestled within 18 acres of 300-year-old gardens and woodlands, The Maryborough Hotel has always valued its natural
Ørsted secures solar energy contract under Irish RESS 4 auctions
Leading global renewable energy company Ørsted has successfully secured a contract in the Irish Government’s fourth onshore Renewable Electricity Support Scheme (RESS 4) auction which have been announced today with an average price for solar of of €104.76 per MWh. The approved project is a 55 MW Solar Farm in Ballinrea, located between Carrigaline and Cork City, which has the potential to power 16,000 homes once operational. Ørsted has a total of 24 advanced or operational onshore wind and solar
Network Cork and LEO Cork City Unite for Insightful Event: Beyond the Glow – Building a Business with Heart
Network Ireland Cork, in partnership with Local Enterprise Office (LEO) Cork City, successfully hosted a powerful and insightful event, “Beyond the Glow: Building a Business with Heart, on September 4th at the prestigious Millennium Hall, City Hall, Cork. Over 160 members and guests, gathered for an inspiring exploration of the human side of entrepreneurship. In her opening address Susana Marambio, President of Network Cork set the tone for the evening by emphasising the importance of authenticity,
AIB Supports Businesses to Get Ahead of Upcoming Tax Deadline
With the tax deadline fast approaching, AIB is supporting businesses to take proactive steps to manage their cashflow effectively and reduce the financial stress associated with this busy period. As annual tax filing obligations loom, the importance of cashflow management becomes increasingly clear for businesses of all sizes. Cashflow management is about more than knowing what’s in your bank account—it’s a comprehensive approach that includes monitoring receivables, managing outstanding debts, and
Crowleys DFK Announces Strategic Merger with MoyleRoe
Crowleys DFK, a leading accounting and business advisory firm, is pleased to announce its merger with Dublin-based MoyleRoe, a well-respected accounting firm known for its expertise in the aircraft leasing sector. The combined firm will operate under the Crowleys DFK brand. Conor Ward, the current Managing Director of MoyleRoe will join Crowleys DFK as a Partner bringing valuable insights and leadership to the firm. Together with his team from MoyleRoe, Conor will lead a specialised Aviation Advisory
James Byrne & Co Joins Forvis Mazars and Opens New Cork Practice
James Byrne & Co announced today that it has joined Forvis Mazars, a leading international audit, tax, advisory and consulting firm. The merger will establish a new Forvis Mazars office in Cork, located at 89/90 South Mall, and will be led by Fiona Byrne. The new entity will combine Forvis Mazars' international reach and domestic capabilities with the strong reputation James Byrne & Co has built over 40 years of business excellence. As part of the merger, the long-standing Mallow office will be led by
Leading Irish communications agency Springboard Communications has ranked in the Global Top 100 Inspiring Workplaces
Leading Irish communications agency Springboard Communications has ranked in the Global Top 100 Inspiring Workplaces. Springboard Communications is the only Irish communications agency on the list, which recognises people-first organisations. The announcement comes after Springboard Communications was awarded 14th in the 2024 Top 50 Inspiring Workplaces in the UK & Ireland and second in the Small Business category of up to 49 employees at the Tottenham Hotspur Stadium, London in May. The Top 100 list,
KEARYS MOTOR GROUP SPONSORS CORK ARC’S ‘CELEBRATION OF HOPE’ DINNER
Cork ARC has announced Kearys Motor Group as title sponsor of its largest fundraiser to date - the 2024 Gala Dinner entitled ‘A Celebration of Hope. The event will take place on Friday 27th September at the Maryborough Hotel & Spa and funds raised will go to provide vital acupuncture services to help the clients Cork ARC supports. Acupuncture can be a helpful intervention in the multidisciplinary care of people living with and beyond cancer. Kearys are joined by Cork businesess, Floortech, O’Flynn
The Mercy University Hospital Foundation funds ultrasound technology for patients with Inflammatory Bowel Disease at ‘The Mercy’
Approximately 40,000 people are living with Inflammatory Bowel Disease (IBD) in Ireland, over 4,000 of which attend the Mercy University Hospital for treatment of their condition. The Mercy University Hospital is now leading the way with a new nurse-led point of care ultrasound in IBD (IBDUS), funded by the Mercy University Hospital Foundation at a cost of €93,032. The new ultrasound, lead out by Dr Donal Sheehan, Consultant Gastroenterologist at Mercy University Hospital, is a safe, non-invasive
Cara Partners to create 60 jobs in Cork in €130m expansion
Cara Partners, a member of Germany's Schwabe Group, has announced a €130m modernisation and and expansion plan for its Little Island Facility in Cork. The new multi-million-euro investment is expected to create 60 new highly skilled roles over the next four years. The Schwabe Group, which is a global leader in natural health solutions such as plant-based medicines, established Cara Partners in Little Island in 1978. The company said its expansion will result in the development of processes to produce
Uisce Éireann launch new Text Alerts service
Uisce Éireann has launched a new Text Alert service and is urging businesses to sign up for real-time updates on water supply works and services in their area. The system is free-to-use and is available to all Uisce Éireann customers nationwide. Those who sign up will receive a text notification on supply interruptions or water quality events that last longer than four hours. It will also include details on planned water supply issues in your area. Signing up for this new service is simple. Customers
Join #TeamMercy for the Women’s Mini Marathon on September 22nd
The Mercy University Hospital Foundation is inviting you to join the scores of women walking, jogging and running under the #TeamMercy banner on Sunday 22nd, September, for the 43rd annual Women’s Mini Marathon, the biggest event of its kind in Munster. The Mini Marathon last year introduced a shorter 5km route, so whether you are a seasoned runner, on a fitness mission, or are joining friends to enjoy the walk, the Mini Marathon is suitable for you. For those who support the Mercy University Hospital
Stryker Road Run reaches €100,000 funding milestone for CUH Charity Children’s Unit
Stryker, a global leader in medical technologies, celebrated the 10th anniversary of its annual Four Mile Road Run in Carrigtwohill, which was held on Wednesday, 21st August, in aid of CUH Charity, supporting the Children’s Unit at Cork University Hospital (CUH). Since its founding, the run has raised over €100,000, highlighting Stryker’s commitment to supporting communities, improving healthcare and driving better patient outcomes. The run was open to all runners and walkers and was organised in
Focus Ireland calls on influential Irish Business Leaders to unite to help end Ireland’s homelessness crisis
Business Leaders asked to sleep out for Shine A Light on national day of empathy and action for those in homelessness Focus Ireland is calling on Ireland’s business leaders to unite to help end the nation’s homelessness crisis. The charity has issued an open letter signed by Pat Dennigan, Focus Ireland CEO, and supported by Bord Gáis Energy, addressed to the heads of all Irish business organisations. It asks them to “use their resources and innovative capabilities” to make a practical impact on
EHS International acquires The Dennison Training Academy
EHS International, a leading single-source Irish environmental, health and safety company, has announced the acquisition of The Dennison Training Academy, a renowned provider of advanced mental health training. The acquisition meets a growing demand from EHS International clients for the service, with The Dennison Training Academy, founded by Louise Dennison O'Shaughnessy, having built a strong reputation for delivering bespoke mental health training solutions. The Dennison Training Academy has a
Oaktree Financial Services – Life & Income Protection Specialist
Oaktree Financial Services are delighted to announce the appointment of Becca Dowling as Life & Income Protection Specialist. Becca is a qualified & experienced financial advisor. Becca has worked in the industry for over 6 years and worked as a Mortgage & Life Specialist before joining Oaktree Financial Services. In her current role, Becca provides expert advice on Life, Income & Family Protection. Becca’s strength is collaborating with clients to identify adequate protection against life’s
Reframing famous paintings at Triskel
Áine Andrews’s popular series on Famous Paintings and their Hidden Histories returns to Triskel in October. But for those of you needing some art history before then, Dr Matthew Whyte from Sample-Studios will run a new series, Art History Reframed, from Tuesday 17 September. Both series run for six weeks each with lectures on Tuesdays from 11am to 1pm. Each lecture is €25 or get 20% off when you purchase all six lectures in a series. Tickets are on sale now from www.triskelartscentre.ie. Art Historian
Saturday Lunchtime Concerts Are Back at Triskel
Classical music has been proven to improve memory, reduce stress and boost overall mental wellbeing. Even more reasons to attend Triskel’s series of lunchtime classical music concerts. They have just announced their autumn series of concerts, which includes four string quartets from the National String Quartet Foundation and four concerts in the Spotlight Chamber Music Series, which is curated by Aoife Burke. The concerts begin on Saturday 7 September with the Picorlino Trio performing the first of the
MARBRAL ADVISORY CONTINUES EXPANSION WITH PRINCIPAL ROLE IN IRELAND
International change and project management specialist Marbral Advisory, has appointed Chris Cashell as a Principal Change Architect. The new role has been created in response to the Company’s growing multi-jurisdictional portfolio and expansion into Ireland. Mr Cashell will deliver planning and implementation of projects in technical, operational, and cultural change environments. He will also be responsible for contributing towards the successful growth of the business and brand in Ireland. Mr
Cork Business League seeks Partners ahead of their upcoming season
As we gear up for another thrilling season of soccer, we are looking for dynamic businesses to join us as sponsors and partners. The Cork Business League offers a range of partnership options tailored to suit different business needs and budgets. Partnering with us is a unique opportunity to support local sports while showcasing your brand to a dedicated and passionate audience. If you or someone you know might be interested in exploring this opportunity, please reach out to me directly for a brochure and
ECM Artists and Collaborations at Triskel Arts Centre for Guinness Cork Jazz Festival
Triskel Arts Centre’s longstanding partnership with renowned jazz label ECM has brought world-class musicians to Cork in recent years. This year, audiences can experience four concerts featuring ECM artists and collaborations. Tickets from €28 are on sale now from www.triskelartscentre.ie Tony Sheehan, Artistic Director at Triskel, said, “Each year Triskel Arts Centre celebrates our partnership with ECM Records by presenting a series of concerts as part of the Guinness Cork Jazz Festival. We are very
Master percussionist and musical visionary Marilyn Mazur is coming to Cork this October
Master percussionist and musical visionary Marilyn Mazur is coming to Cork this October. Presented by Music Network and Triskel Arts Centre in association with the Guinness Cork Jazz Festival, Marilyn brings her Marilyn Mazur Special 4 with her on their first visit to Ireland.Tickets for the concert in Triskel on Saturday 26 October at 2.30pm are €35/€32 and are on sale now from www.triskelartscentre.ie A celebrated percussionist composer, bandleader and world music pioneer, Marilyn Mazur is noted for
National skills gap survey on the biodiversity knowledge needed for sustainable business
Calling all Irish businesses! Irish and European policy is moving us all toward nature-positive business models and Business For Biodiversity Ireland wants to make sure Irish businesses have all the support they need to comply. This short survey will help you to identify the skills, knowledge and competencies that may not yet be represented in your business. The results of the national survey will allow the biodiversity platform to make recommendations to the Skills and Labour Market Research Unit and
Thermo Fisher Scientific marks ten-year anniversary of on-site wind turbine
Thermo Fisher Scientific, the world leader in serving science, has today celebrated the ten-year anniversary of its on-site wind turbine in Currabinny, Cork. Providing 19% of the site’s electricity in 2023, the turbine has generated over 75,000 megawatt hours (MWh) of electricity, the equivalent of powering approximately 17,000 homes for a year[1], and led to the avoidance of over 44,000 metric tons of carbon dioxide equivalents (CO2e) for the grid. Standing at 100m tall with 50m blades, at the time,
Branding business TOTEM eyes growth as they take home two European awards
TOTEM to double in size in next three years following recent client successes. Takes home awards in Best Naming Strategy and Best Brand Development Project for its work with global life sciences company Aton. Waterford-headquartered TOTEM, the esteemed branding agency based in Waterford and Cork, proudly announces its ambitious plans for substantial growth, following its recent award wins at this year’s prestigious Transform Awards Europe. Founded in 2002 by Creative Director Colin Byrne, TOTEM is set
The Mercy University Hospital Foundation funds revolutionary FibroScan technology for non-invasive liver disease assessment at ‘The Mercy’
Technology funded by the Mercy University Hospital Foundation, which is used to assess the severity of liver disease, is now operational at Mercy University Hospital Cork. Traditionally patients needed to have a liver biopsy to assess and tell if there was significant permanent damage in the liver, but the new FibroScan works like an ultrasound and is quick, non-invasive, and painless. The FibroScan gives a computer generated image and a readout that tells exactly what the damage to the liver is
Sprintmodo’s Team Managers Spotlight 2024 Report Reveals Key Strategies in Evolving Workplace Environments
Sprintmodo’s Team Managers Spotlight 2024 report sheds light on the critical role of team managers and the challenges they face. This study investigated the dynamics of what managers can do, to drive high team performance at work. The 232 participants for the survey (of which 88 were team members, and 144 were team managers) were recruited globally from various industries, and responses were analysed across various demographics. Key takeaways from the reportManagers face increased workload amidst rapid
Triskel Sample Project Space, a new partnership between Triskel and Sample-Studios
TRISKEL SAMPLE PROJECT SPACE, AN EXCITING NEW VISUAL ARTS DEVELOPMENT PROGRAMME IN CORK FOR 2024 A new partnership between Triskel and Sample-Studios will provide a visual arts project space for artists, especially emerging and mid-career artists, to test ideas and to develop new work that can be seen by the public. Triskel Sample Project Space offers tangible career development and audience engagement opportunities to artists on their ‘home turf’ where they have a safe space to develop new ideas,
Springboard Communications appoints Nora Lawton as Director and Head of Client Services
Springboard Communications has announced the appointment of Nora Lawton as its new Director and Head of Client Services, a significant milestone for the PRCA Agency of the Year. Nora brings a wealth of experience to Springboard Communications, having spent the last decade in Brussels, where she served as Director at Rud Pedersen Public Affairs and Managing Director at Weber Shandwick. With a background in advocacy, creative integrated campaigning and sustainability communications, Nora has led many
Paul O'Regan joins EHS International as Fire and Rescue Director
The single-source Irish environmental, health and safety (EHS) company, EHS International, founded by Chris Mee, has announced the appointment of Paul O'Regan as its Fire and Rescue Director. With an illustrious career spanning over 32 years in the Cork City Fire Brigade, Paul brings unparalleled expertise to the team. In his new role, Paul will leverage his extensive experience in national and international training for fire and rescue services to enhance EHS International’s programmes and emergency
Support the Children of Gaza Crisis, or the UNICEF Children's Emergency Fund with UNICEFs 'GIFTED' programme
Is your business looking for a meaningful way to say thank you to clients and colleagues? ‘GIFTED’ is a wonderful gesture on behalf of a customer or partner, demonstrating your company’s commitment to social good for UNICEF.When you join ‘GIFTED’, you’re choosing to make a lifesaving donation. This Christmas, fill corporate gifting with purpose by choosing the Children of Gaza Crisis, or the UNICEF Children's Emergency Fund. In the Gaza Strip, the escalation of violence has taken a horrendous toll on