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Business Ireland Special Report
Business Ireland is a quarterly magazine that The Irish Times publishes in association with Dublin Chamber
The Lighter Side: 30% Club chief is a crime fiction fan who values good-quality sheets
Gillian Harford, country executive with the 30% Club in Ireland, is a crime fiction fan who values good-quality sheets
Avalanche of new car brands will soon dominate the Irish market
A whole phalanx of new names in the car market are poised to fight for Irish car buyers’ attention. But which ones are worth looking at?
There’s nothing mythical about Ireland’s growing unicorn herd
The success of these firms is a testament to the supportive ecosystem for Irish start-ups
Building a sustainable future in commercial property
With the green shoots in the commercial property market starting to emerge, the outlook for 2025 looks bright
Smarter tech, but not life altering
Kevin Courtney takes a look at some of the AI-powered gadgets which may not transform our lives but might make them a lit bit more entertaining
Optimistic year ahead for M&A despite ‘Trump effect’ on world economy
The stable political environment in Ireland, coupled with robust sectoral performance, suggests a positive forecast
CSRD delay unlikely to hamper EirGrid sustainability reporting efforts
Sustainability has always been at the core of what EirGrid does, says company’s director of corporate services
Returning to the glory days of oil is easier said than done
Despite high profile claims, the maths don’t make sense for a renewed emphasis on fossil fuels
Out to lunch: Michelin-star treatment and world-beating burgers
Sandra O’Connell takes a look a some fast slow and seriously stellar executive dining options
Less stress and more finesse is the hallmark of return to work workwear
TV dramas such as Suits, The Morning Show and Succession have boosted the popularity of a corporate venue as a place of adventure
Bergen: Norway’s gateway to the fjords has something for everyone
Norway’s second city has much to offer the busy business traveller
Poor outlook for meeting offshore wind targets
Edel Corrigan reports on Ireland’s prospects of achieving its lofty offshore wind ambitions
When it’s not all about the money: Ireland’s thriving social enterprise sector
Having to balance maximising impact with building sustainable revenue streams, social enterprises have much to teach traditional business
Whiskey investing: Is there money to be made on the hard stuff?
Deanna O’Connor takes a look at the fun and potentially lucrative whiskey investment market
Could new Planning Act be a law of unintended consequences?
Frank Dillon runs the rule over the recently passed planning and development legislation and asks if it will deliver on its key objectives
Gadget gifts that work at home, in the office and in the home office
These Christmas tech presents are versatile enough to tick a lot of hybrid-working boxes
The circular economy: Why going round and round is the way forward
Scaling up circularity would benefit Ireland’s economy and help us hit our sustainability targets, but moving in the right direction requires Government support
The Lighter Side: For Tech Mahindra head, there’s no true balance when you’re aiming for extremes
Tech leader Bivin Varghese tries to compartmentalise but loves his tablet for its mix of work and entertainment
Can hydrogen finally be harnessed or will EVs rule the road?
Hydrogen power seemed abandoned in favour of electric but recent moves by car makers may yet see it get into gear
Irish companies making waves in space
Irish space technology is delivering benefits here on Earth as well as way out there
Season’s eatings: Dining and wining options for Christmas
From festive lunch in a five-star hotel to a turkey-and-ham meal kit delivered to your home
Destination Seville: Elegant oases in Andalusia’s capital
Business travellers can take the heat out of sunny Seville in secluded glades and cool courtyards
Carrots, sticks and public engagement required to move the sustainability dial
Sustainability reporting is becoming increasingly standardised and rigorous, but data collection is still a roadblock when it comes to Scope 3 emissions
Letting the light in on pay
New transparency regulations aim to reduce the secrecy around pay rates and structures
Out to lunch: Get your caffeine Fixx delivered to your desk
Sandra O’Connell welcomes the return of an old favourite and checks out some new options for exec snacking and getaways
SME grant ‘a key building block of Ireland’s solar strategy’ but do the figures stack up?
Phase two of SRESS is designed to provide support for community and SME renewable electricity projects
‘It’s not pens, it’s people’s wellbeing so it’s important to get right’
Despite recognising their responsibility, four in five employers are not investing in workplace mental health supports
Autumn workwear: Tailored suiting is back – roomy for her, slim for him
Blouses are ruffling feathers in the office this season too, though the key trend piece is the wide-shouldered jacket
Everything at AbbVie is ultimately to help patients. Professional development is a bonus
Culture of support, mentoring and leadership development is strong at pharma company whose shared goal is delivering better medicine
National Enterprise Hub a one-stop-shop for business support
New resource is designed to make it easier for entrepreneurs to access grants, funding, loans and expert advice
Designing tailored IoT solutions to meet evolving business needs
Three Ireland has moved beyond IoT connectivity to helping customers to change their business models to take advantage of the opportunities the technology presents
Small companies have an edge when it comes to embedding a wellness culture
A big organisation can have a programme that seems impressive but if overwork, bullying and harassment are rife, who’s going to go to that yoga class?
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