Ballinasloe business to star in national hubs campaign

Thu, Nov 06, 2025

A Ballinasloe-based digital marketing company is one of the stars of a new national campaign showcasing the benefits of working in local enterprise hubs.

Free business breakfast event at The Connacht Hotel shares Galway’s global tech success story

Thu, Nov 06, 2025

Galway’s Sales Professionals Network is hosting a Free Business Breakfast Event at The Connacht Hotel on Tuesday, November 11, featuring an inspiring session with Michael FitzGerald, CEO and Founder of OnePageCRM—a Galway-born tech company making waves across the world.

Deuce to jam Gallagher blues

Thu, Nov 06, 2025

Formed in 2012 when three friends met busking at the Rory Gallagher Festival in Ballyshannon, Deuce is fuelled by a shared admiration for the guitar legend.

Western Development Commission hits €100 million investment milestone

Thu, Oct 30, 2025

The Western Development Commission’s (WDC) Western Investment Fund (WIF) has reached a major milestone, having now invested €100 million across more than 350 SMEs, social enterprises, community projects and strategic regional initiatives throughout the Western Region.

Ability West is hiring

Thu, Oct 30, 2025

Ability West is a long standing organisation that supports persons with varying levels of autism and intellectual disabilities. It has been in existence for 63 years and its services are still expanding.

A taste of Galway at ‘Flavours of Ireland’ event in London

Thu, Oct 30, 2025

Tourism Ireland’s ‘Flavours of Ireland’ event took place in London this week – connecting local tourism businesses from across Ireland with leading global inbound tour operators who bring visitors at scale to Ireland from around the world.

FeelTect secures €1.5 million investment to launch groundbreaking wound care device

Thu, Oct 30, 2025

Galway-based connected health start-up, FeelTect, has announced the commercial launch of its pioneering wound care device, Tight Alright, starting in Thun Hospital, Switzerland. The commercial launch coincides with the successful close of a €1.5 million investment round involving Irrus Investments, the Western Development Commission (WDC), and a network of angel investors.?

Going for Growth to host Inspiring Roadshow event at University of Galway in November

Thu, Oct 23, 2025

Going for Growth – the business development programme for female entrepreneurs – is partnering with the University of Galway Innovation Office and IdeasLab to host a roadshow event at University of Galway next month.

More than 20% of HR leaders have not begun preparation for 2026 EU Pay Transparency Directive

Thu, Oct 23, 2025

Ibec, the group representing Irish businesses, will today launch its latest HR Update Report at the annual HR Leadership Summit, highlighting key trends shaping HR practices in Irish workplaces.

The report, based on a survey of over 391 HR professionals, reveals that just 1% of organisations say they feel are fully prepared for the upcoming EU Pay Transparency Directive, due to take effect in June 2026.

Bay Broadcasting completes acquisition of Galway Bay FM

Thu, Oct 23, 2025

Bay Broadcasting, the Irish-owned radio group behind Radio Nova, Ireland’s Classic Hits Radio and Sunshine 106.8, has this week announced the completion of its acquisition of Galway Bay FM following receipt of approval from the Competition and Consumer Protection Commission (CCPC) and the Minister for Culture, Communications and Sport, Patrick O’Donovan.j

Solid Accounting Ltd: Built on expertise and a commitment to business success

Thu, Oct 23, 2025

Solid Accounting Ltd is proud to bring expert financial guidance to businesses, rooted in years of hands-on experience, specialist training, and a genuine passion for helping clients thrive.

Make the most of selling your business

Thu, Oct 23, 2025

For business owners in Ireland, selling a company or shares can bring a significant Capital Gains Tax (CGT) bill. To support entrepreneurship and reward those who’ve built successful businesses, the government offers specific tax reliefs designed to ease that burden, one of the most notable being Entrepreneur Relief.

Western Development Commission wins European Award for boosting creative economy

Thu, Oct 16, 2025

The Western Development Commission (WDC) has been honoured with a prestigious Interreg Northern Periphery and Arctic (NPA) Award in the category “Reaching a Critical Mass”, recognising its leadership in developing the creative economy across Ireland’s Western and Northwestern regions and beyond.

Galway firm helps local businesses harness AI to boost sales and marketing

Thu, Oct 16, 2025

Artificial intelligence (AI) is reshaping how companies sell and communicate with customers, but many smaller firms are struggling to keep pace.

Galway-based technology company Nuuaa, supported by Galway Executive Skillnet, has launched a new training initiative to help local businesses put AI to work in a practical, results-driven way.

Mid-career development programme earns Arup prestigious Engineers Ireland Award

Thu, Oct 16, 2025

Arup has received the prestigious Engineers Ireland Continuing Professional Development (CPD) Employer of the Year Award for its Personal and Career Development Programme, an initiative designed to support mid-career staff at a pivotal stage in their careers.

Tympany Medical launches crowdfunding for its innovative endoscope platform

Mon, Oct 13, 2025

Galway-based MedTech innovator Tympany Medical has developed Solascope, a smart surgical endoscope platform targeting the 20 million procedures per annum requiring endoscopic visualisation.

The Hidden cost of Poor Office Coffee

Thu, Oct 09, 2025

Walk into an office in Galway or Dublin and you will spot it straight away. A small counter. A coffee machine that never quite sleeps. People gather there before the first call and again at eleven.

Budget 2026 – Investing in Ireland’s Future

Thu, Oct 09, 2025

The Minister for Finance, Paschal Donohoe, and the Minister for Public Expenditure and Reform, Jack Chambers, presented the first Budget of the coalition Government on Tuesday October 7.

Galway Chamber Business Awards launched

Thu, Oct 09, 2025

Galway Chamber has officially launched the Galway Chamber Business Awards 2025, proudly supported once again by main partner The Shannon Airport Group for the twelfth consecutive year. The awards celebrate the very best of Galway business, recognising innovation, ambition, sustainability, creativity, and community impact across the city and county.

Take control of your finances with Heneghan Financial Planning

Thu, Oct 02, 2025

Sitting down for a consultation with experienced financial advisor Ger Heneghan is one of the best things you can do in your life, especially when it comes to ensuring that your money gives you the freedom to do the things you want to do.

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