Limerick Chamber’s inaugural annual conference ‘Winning Business at Home and Abroad’ will take place on 19 September 2013 at the Radisson Hotel, Limerick. Sponsored by Bank of Ireland, this half day conference and expo event will feature a comprehensive line-up of expert speakers who will share their experiences and provide valuable advice on how to win more business.
Limerick Chamber welcomes the announcement that Marks & Spencer are looking at locating a flagship store in Limerick, a move that would contribute to an enhanced retail provision in the region and reinforce Limerick as the largest retail centre in the Mid-west. Limerick Chamber CEO Maria Kelly said, “It is important to highlight that
Limerick Chamber has called on Government to implement improved measures to support the struggling retail sector in Budget 2014. The call comes following the latest CSO figures which show a 1.6% decrease in the volume of retail sales in June 2013 when compared with May 2013. Speaking this morning, Maria Kelly, Limerick Chamber Chief
Limerick Chamber has said that Ireland’s aviation policy must focus on maintaining competition and increasing connectivity to support economic growth and job creation. The call was made in a submission by Limerick Chamber to the Department of Transport, Tourism and Sport’s consultation on ‘An Integrated Irish Aviation Policy’. Speaking this morning Órlaith Borthwick,
Chambers Ireland has launched a new guide to Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) for SMEs, The Sustainability Factor. Limerick Chamber is encouraging businesses in the mid-west to download the new Guide. Despite current economic constraints, CSR continues to grow in Ireland. Implementing responsible business practices and becoming more sustainable has a positive impact on
Limerick Chamber hosted a presentation of the Limerick 2030 plan on 16 July for local business leaders as part of the public consultation process. Tom Enright, Director of Economic Planning and Development at the Limerick Local Authority, presented details of the ambitious plan to Limerick Chamber members and outlined how it will guide the
Limerick Chamber has called on Government to implement a range of measures to support job creation and retention in the retail sector. The call comes following a Chambers Ireland presentation to the Interdepartmental Group on Retail in the Department of Jobs, Enterprise and Innovation. Maria Kelly, CEO Limerick Chamber, said “With retailers forming
Limerick Chamber has today (1st July 2013) welcomed the launch of a €375,000 Competitive Feasibility Fund for the Aviation Sector. The fund, which is part of the Action Plan for Jobs, supports the aviation business expansion opportunities as identified in the Shannon Aviation Business Development Task Force Final Report. Speaking at the launch, Chamber
Investment by Science Foundation Ireland in the SSPC at UL will strengthen cross company partnership and research collaboration Limerick Chamber has today (1st July 2013) welcomed the announcement of €40million funding to support world-class research at the Synthesis & Solid State Pharmaceutical Centre (SSPC) based at University of Limerick – a unique collaboration between
Limerick Chamber has launched the 2013 Limerick Chamber Regional Business Awards today, in association with award sponsors LIT and launch sponsors Lyons of Limerick, to honour excellence and innovation in business. The Limerick Chamber Regional Business Awards aim to celebrate the achievements of companies in the region and to recognise their vital contribution to