On 27 & 28 January, the ITLG Silicon Valley Global Technology Forum took place in Limerick. The opening address was given by the President of Ireland, Michael D. Higgins. Over 2,000 delegates attended the ITLG two day forum this year. Short interview with John Hartnett at ITLG Tech Summit 2014 Limerick, 28 January
7 January 2014: Limerick Chamber has welcomed the appointment of Mike Fitzpatrick as Interim Head of Limerick City of Culture project. Mike Fitzpatrick is a well-respected academic and curator in the arts world. He has a wealth of international experience and an impeccable track record of driving art institutions, exhibitions, and galleries at a
6 January 2014: Limerick Chamber remains strongly supportive of the City of Culture Project and its vision to enhance a vibrant city recognised nationally and internationally as a cultural centre. This project provides Limerick with a unique opportunity to celebrate the arts, cultural and sporting life of Limerick and provide inspiration for all who live,
Limerick and Mid-West positioned to be Ireland’s next BioPharma Hub 18 December 2013: Limerick Chamber has welcomed today’s announcement that, subject to planning permission, Regeneron plans to establish a major operation in Limerick with the creation of 300 jobs plus an estimated 600 temporary construction jobs for local contractors. Commenting on the announcement,
Business Community says ‘thank you’ for early Christmas present 16 December 2013: Limerick Chamber and LCBA@theChamber have today thanked City Councillors for the adoption of the proposal by the Local Authority CEO Conn Murray to slash commercial rates in the City by 15.8%; saving businesses in the City an estimated €4.59m. Speaking after
Limerick Chamber has called on businesses in the mid-west region to embrace the EU Commission’s Horizon 2020 programme, a new €79 billion programme for research and innovation to create new growth and jobs in Europe. Speaking at the launch this morning, Limerick Chamber Economist, Dr Órlaith Borthwick, said “Research and innovation has an important
Proposed Reduction in City Multiplier Will Create Stronger Local Economy for Everyone 10 December 2013: Limerick Chamber has welcomed the proposal to reduce the commercial rates multiplier in Limerick City by 15.8%, equalising the rate between City and County. Speaking about the proposal Limerick Chamber CEO, Maria Kelly, said, “This is
The Chambers of Ennis, Galway, Limerick and Shannon, on behalf of their 1,355 members with a combined employment level of 45,700, welcome the greatly expanded seat capacity to the UK announced by Aer Lingus Regional, operated by Aer Arann. The Presidents said: “UK cities, particularly Manchester and Birmingham, have always ranked highly as frequented
Limerick Chamber CEO has today stated that the focus of Limerick National City of Culture cannot be deflected by unhelpful criticisms around the project. Said Maria Kelly: “There seems to have been some questions raised, for whatever reason, at a national level over recent days and now, indeed, locally across a number of areas.”
Limerick Chamber has highlighted the critical role Shannon Airport and the broader tourism sector plays in supporting jobs and economic growth throughout the region in a submission to the recent Department of Transport, Tourism and Sport (DTTS) consultation on Tourism Policy. Speaking about their submission, Chamber Economist Dr Órlaith Borthwick said, “There is a co-dependency