Freudenberg Medical and University scoop prizes at Medtech awards

Thu, Dec 12, 2024

Galway-based Freudenberg Medical Irish was the main winner at the Irish Medtech Awards 2024, which are held as part of Medtech Rising, in Galway last week.

BioInnovate drives €69m medtech impact in 2024

Thu, Dec 12, 2024

BioInnovate Ireland, a globally recognised hub for medical technology innovation, has made a significant socioeconomic impact in 2024. Startups emerging from the BioInnovate Fellowship Programme have generated €69 million in Gross Value Added (GVA) and supported 667 jobs through operational and capital investment activities across Ireland, according to a socioeconomic impact analysis by EY.

Salt Medical and I-Form Join Forces to Revolutionise Nano Manufacturing of Medical Devices

Thu, Dec 05, 2024

Salt Medical, a leading Irish-based medical device contract development and manufacturing organisation (CDMO) based in Galway, Ireland, https://saltmedtec.com/, is delighted to announce a new partnership with I-Form, the Research Ireland Centre for Advanced Manufacturing, based in UCD. https://www.i-form.ie/. Together, they aim to develop innovative manufacturing methods for small-batch medical devices featuring micro and nano-scale surface structures.

Joyce’s Hardware & Home wins Connacht/Donegal/Monaghan/Cavan Regional Award at all-island builders merchants awards

Thu, Dec 05, 2024

Joyce’s Hardware & Home in Headford has won the Connacht/Donegal/Monaghan/Cavan Regional Award in the 2024 all-island Octabuild Builders Merchant Excellence Awards.

Behind the scenes of a life-changing role: support work in action

Thu, Dec 05, 2024

Support workers are the backbone of countless life-changing moments for the people we support. At the Brothers of Charity, their work goes far beyond daily assistance.

Grá Chocolates takes home the ‘Best Pitch’ Award at Prep4Seed Investor Pitch Event

Thu, Dec 05, 2024

The second 12-week Prep4Seed Programme of 2024 culminated at the Investor Pitch Day when 11 startups pitched for €8.8million in investment as part of Prep4Seed Programme, at the Enterprise Ireland headquarters.

Channel Mechanics raises €50,873 for SCCUL Sanctuary

Thu, Dec 05, 2024

Galway-based software company Channel Mechanics was proud to announce the successful completion of their 2024 “Peaks to Plunge” Charity Challenge, surpassing their €50,000 fundraising target in support of SCCUL Sanctuary, a Clarinbridge-based organization offering therapeutic retreat days for individuals facing serious health conditions or life challenges. The funds will be instrumental in helping SCCUL Sanctuary expand its facilities in 2025, including the construction of a new sanctuary room overlooking its sensory gardens.

Irish Medtech Awards finalists 2024 revealed

Thu, Nov 28, 2024

Irish Medtech, the Ibec group that represents the medtech sector, Enterprise Ireland and IDA Ireland today revealed the finalists of the Irish Medtech Awards 2024, which are held as part of Medtech Rising, 5 December, in The Galmont, Galway.

Zombie workforce: 59 per cent of Irish workers are finding it difficult to ‘switch off’ from work

Thu, Nov 28, 2024

Despite Irish professionals holding the right not to work beyond official hours, recent research from Robert Walters indicates they may still be facing challenges when trying to switch off from work.

Chamber finalist commended at networking event at Shannon Airport

Thu, Nov 28, 2024

Finalists in the Galway Chamber Business Awards were commended for their innovation and creativity at a special networking event hosted by The Shannon Airport Group today. The event brought together 30 representatives from shortlisted companies and Galway Chamber officials, ahead of the highly anticipated awards ceremony tomorrow Friday, sponsored by The Shannon Airport Group.

University of Galway showcases 22 high potential start-ups

Thu, Nov 21, 2024

Twenty-two of Ireland’s top entrepreneurs and innovators presented new research breakthroughs to leading figures in business and industry at a special showcase at University of Galway.

Galway entrepreneurs look forward to the EY Entrepreneur Of The Year Awards

Thu, Nov 21, 2024

Galway will be well represented at the 2024 EY Entrepreneur Of The Year™ Awards which will take place on Thursday 28 November in Powerscourt Hotel, Co Wicklow.

Tracking down your past occupational pension with Galway employers

Thu, Nov 14, 2024

Losing track of an old workplace pension is more common than you might think. Whether it’s because of a job change, a company closure, or simply the passage of time, many people across Galway have funds sitting in forgotten accounts. The good news is that Q Financial Advisors are here to help.

Galway’s Suil Pharma wins special award at InterTradeIreland’s Seedcorn Investor Readiness Competition

Thu, Nov 14, 2024

Galway’s Suil Pharma walked away with this year’s ‘Special Award’ at InterTradeIreland’s all-island Seedcorn Investor Readiness Competition, receiving a cash prize of €10,000. This is presented each year to the best venture stemming from a university spinout or a recognised support programme. Suil Pharma, based in Rosscahill, Galway, research and develop innovative solutions focusing on vision and hearing.

Galway’s PorterShed and Gradignan’s La Canopée sign partnership agreement

Thu, Nov 14, 2024

Last week, a significant milestone was reached for the startup communities of Galway and Gradignan, France, as Mayor Michel Labardin of Gradignan and Mary Rodgers, CEO of The PorterShed, signed an agreement establishing an innovative “Passport” system for tech startups.

Last chance for female entrepreneurs to apply for Going for Growth

Thu, Nov 14, 2024

Only a day remains for ambitious female entrepreneurs to send in their applications for the 17th cycle of Going for Growth, the award-winning business development programme.

Means test must be abolished to support carers across Galway – O’Hara

Thu, Nov 14, 2024

Sinn Féin General Election candidate for Galway East, Cllr Louis O’Hara, has said that carers across Galway are struggling financially and receiving payments way below the established minimum essential standard of living. O’Hara argues that the means test for carers allowance must be abolished and that Sinn Féin in government are committed to doing so.

Skillnet Ireland announces launch of new Skillnet Offshore Wind Academy

Thu, Nov 07, 2024

Skillnet Ireland, the national talent development agency for businesses, in partnership with Wind Energy Ireland, Ireland’s leading renewable energy representative body, have launched a new national initiative, Skillnet Offshore Wind Academy.

Radisson appoints Galwayman

Thu, Nov 07, 2024

The Radisson hotel group has appointed Loughrea man Aidan Donohue as manager of its new Radisson Red Hotel to open soon in Crown Square on the Monivea Road in Galway city.

A day in my life as a support worker with the Brothers of Charity Services Ireland

Thu, Nov 07, 2024

Being a Support Worker with the Brothers of Charity Services Ireland isn’t just a job—it’s a career that’s given me stability, growth, and purpose. I start each day helping those I support with their morning routines, ensuring people feel respected and comfortable as they get ready for the day. It’s in these small, everyday moments that trust is built.

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