IDA chief warns of ‘disruptive’ impact of US tariffs
Inward investment agency targeting 75,000 jobs over next five year
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Any new data centres here will need to supply electricity to other premises under revised rules
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Number of full-time jobs at firms supported by State agencies exceeds 500,000 for first time
The figure increased by 1.4% or 6,800 on 2023, according to latest Government statistics
Ireland could give Ukraine €50m in non-lethal military support, Cabinet to hear
Simon Harris to brief ministers on plan and seek approval for Ireland’s participation in G20 forum, while Peter Burke is to set out IDA Ireland’s new five-year strategy
Republic’s almost €73bn exposure to Donald Trump’s tariffs
Offshoring of US pharma production is now in Trump’s crosshairs
AI infrastructure provider Crusoe opens European headquarters in Dublin
Move to grow workforce to 100 people over three years welcomed by Minister for Enterprise
Trump’s tariff threat to Ireland: More bark than bite?
Ireland could be caught in the middle of a devastating US-EU trade war
Trump might create a bigger problem for Ireland than tariffs
Ireland’s strong economic performance contrasts with Europe’s ongoing stagnation but it comes with a risky downside
Tourism chiefs in chipper mood over policy changes – now Government must implement them
Despite a more positive domestic political context the outlook for Irish tourism remains mixed due to a strong dollar and weak economies in the UK and EU
Ryanair grows profits tenfold, while Aer Lingus cabin and ground crew seek talks on pay deal
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When dealing with Trump, Ireland needs to focus on what we can control rather than speculating ourselves into a crisis
We need to execute on policies that enhance our competitiveness, trust in the resilience of our relationship with the US and maintain a consistent message that Ireland is open for business
IDA chief plays down threat to Ireland from Trump’s tax move
Michael Lohan believes Washington’s pivot on tax will prompt revision of OECD process but won’t damage FDI investment in Ireland
Munich Re’s Irish tech unit seeks to cut almost 12% of jobs
Dublin-based unit has entered into consultation with employees on 18 “at risk” roles
IDA Ireland head told to play down extent of far right protests
In briefing notes, chief executive Michael Lohan advised to be on guard for questions about Big Tech subsidies
Data centre restrictions to hit FDI, tech figures say
Seen & Heard: Tax still key for foreign investment, warning on cocoa prices and bread merger
State faces more ‘turbulent’ landscape for foreign investment, IDA warns
Agency said it secured 234 investment wins in 2024 which are projected to create 13,500 jobs over the coming years
US corporate tax changes could prove bigger threat to Ireland than tariffs
Incentives designed to bring back intellectual property or patents domicilled abroad could prove problematic for Ireland
US construction testing group Fenagh sets up European base in Dublin
Dublin expansion will create 35 jobs and will serve as a launchpad for Fenagh’s broader European expansion plans
Enterprise Ireland CEO Leo Clancy announces departure
Executive director Kevin Sherry to step into role on interim basis from March
Green skills demand surges in Irish labour market, IDA survey shows
Demand for such roles in Ireland running at twice the rate of the rest of the world
Indian payments company Juspay to create 30 jobs in Dublin
Headquartered in Bangalore – ‘India’s Silicon Valley’ – group processes over 175m daily transactions
IDA boss told Apple ruling ‘not reputationally damaging’ to Ireland
Talking points for Michael Lohan show investment agency’s strategy after tax judgment
IDA sounds alarm on increased competition for jobs from overseas
Agency cites infrastructure and tax among challenges for attracting investment here
Abbott opens world’s largest diabetes sensor plant in Kilkenny
Plant will employ 800 people producing company’s Freestyle Libre glucose monitoring sensors as part of €440m investment in Irish network
The 100 Archive: ‘The Irish design diaspora is truly global, yet their work is rarely recognised as Irish’
Irish Design Week 2024: Leading designers created the 100 Archive website to chart the past, present and future of the creative work that’s all around us
How a €325m Irish factory became part of a geopolitical battle between US and China
Ireland needs to develop the ability to conduct national security assessments of proposed foreign investors, says security expert
Kerry Airport chief warns that Dublin Airport passenger cap is bad for business
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IDA’s €85m grant to Analog Devices the latest payment from package of financial supports for big chip makers
US semiconductor firm last year announced plans to build €630m facility in Limerick, which it says will add 600 jobs to company’s Irish workforce
Surgeons and their patients the winners from Stryker advances in medtech
Chief executive Kevin Lobo has overseen 60 M&A deals and 150% rise in sales during his 12-year tenure
Zoom to create 100 jobs in Ireland at Workvivo subsidiary
Cork-based company currently employs 150 in Ireland
Lilly turns to Ireland to produce two of the hottest therapy areas in medicine
Company is investing $2.8bn in two Irish plants to produce its in-demand weight loss drugs and a new Alzheimer’s therapy
US cybersecurity firm to create 150 jobs at new Cork facility
International hub will initially house key functions for the business, including engineering, R&D, finance, and marketing
Multinationals not alarmed at Apple tax judgment, head of IDA says
Michael Lohan more concerned at State’s infrastructure shortfall amid growing international competition for foreign direct investment
Eli Lilly announces further $1bn investment in Limerick Alzheimer’s plant
US drug giant also formally opens $800m expansion of obesity and diabetes medicines plant in Cork
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