03 March 2026, Limerick City: Limerick Chamber of Commerce has warmly welcomed Minister O’Brien’s decision to include Shannon Airport in the Regional Airports Programme 2026–2030. The Chamber described the announcement as a pivotal step in strengthening the Mid-West’s competitiveness, connectivity, and capacity for economic development. The inclusion of Shannon Airport in the programme underscores its
27 Feb 2026, Limerick: Limerick Chamber has expressed its strong support for Limerick City and County Council’s decision to implement safety improvements at the O’Connell Street junction with Bedford Row and Thomas Street. The planned works include the reinstatement of a new signalised, controlled pedestrian crossing at this key city centre location. The Chamber highlighted
Limerick Chamber has announced the appointment of Donnacha Hurley as its new Chief Executive Officer, marking an important leadership transition for Ireland’s largest business representative organisation. A respected figure within the Mid-West business community, Mr Hurley brings decades of experience in hospitality management, regional advocacy and board governance. His appointment signals continuity, stability and renewed
Last week’s Energy in the Estuary Summit brought together leaders from government, industry, and international partners to explore how the Shannon Estuary and Ireland’s West Coast can power the nation’s clean energy future. We were honoured to welcome Minister Timmy Dooley for our keynote address and Pat Keating, Shannon Foynes Port as our flagship speaker,
Limerick Chamber, in association with PwC, hosted a Breakfast Briefing on Budget 2026 on Wednesday, 8 October, bringing together business leaders, policymakers, and experts to unpack the key measures announced by the Minister and their implications for businesses and the wider economy. The session, held at an early start, featured detailed insights from PwC’s
Limerick Chamber Announces 2025 Regional Business Awards and President’s Dinner, Celebrating Excellence, Driving Regional Impact Thursday 26 June 2025: Limerick Chamber is proud to announce the launch of the 2025 Limerick Chamber Regional Business Awards, in partnership with title sponsor Technological University of the Shannon (TUS), alongside the return of the President’s Dinner, supported by
Sunshine, sponsorship, and a strong sense of community defined this year’s Limerick Chamber Golf Classic at Limerick Golf Club. The day was a celebration of our members and our community, from those who took time out to enjoy a round of golf with colleagues and peers, to the companies who generously supported the event. A
A landmark collaboration between Limerick Chamber of Commerce, the Limerick Post, and the Technological University of the Shannon (TUS) has been recognised nationally, with the trio winning ‘Event of the Year’ at the prestigious Chambers Ireland Awards 2025. 48 projects were shortlisted across 8 categories. The award celebrates the first-ever public debate for the directly
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Limerick Chamber today launched its 2025 Mid-West Economic Insights (MWEI) report, Ireland’s only regional economic publication of its kind. The report delivers a comprehensive overview of performance across Limerick, Clare, and Tipperary. The latest edition of the MWEI, compiled by Limerick Chamber’s in-house policy unit, offers a robust, data-driven snapshot of the region’s performance across
