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There was a time when Galway was known primarily for its merchant trading, its traditional musical and creative community and its thriving fishing industry. But in recent decades, the City of Tribes has charted a new course, becoming an unexpected yet vibrant hub for tech innovation in Ireland's western seaboard.

VERSONO Medical Ltd has been named Dragons’ Den winner of the CX Innovation Prize at the international CX Symposium in London.

In the early 1990s, Galway stood on the edge of an economic precipice. The closure of much of the Digital Equipment Corporation plant in 1993 sent shockwaves through the city. Digital had been more than just an employer—it was the beating heart of the local economy. Its closure threatened to rip the soul from a city that had become synonymous with innovation and tech progress. At the time, Galway’s future looked uncertain, even doomed. But history would prove otherwise.

Platform94, the largest innovation hub in the west of Ireland, has firmly established itself as a centre of excellence for scaling businesses. Its 66,000 sq ft headquarters in Galway city is home to over 85 companies and leads the regional charge in helping ambitious businesses scale internationally.

Along Galway’s Tuam Road, opposite the Trappers Inn, a stunning structure is rising—its sleek, high-tech design has captured the attention of passersby and signals the next chapter in PennEngineering’s legacy of innovation. This remarkable €14 million development is far more than just a new building; it represents a strategic investment in Galway’s role as a global hub for advanced manufacturing, engineering excellence, and next-generation product development.

Signum Surgical, a Galway-based medical technology company dedicated to advancing the treatment of colorectal diseases, this week announced the publication of first-in-human clinical data for its BioHealx® Anal Fistula Device in the International Journal of Colorectal Disease.

The landmark announcement this year that Datavant, one of the world’s foremost health data platform companies, has unveiled plans to establish its Global Research and Development Centre in Galway, represents a pivotal moment not only for the San Francisco-based company but also for Galway and the wider West of Ireland, solidifying the region’s position as a vital hub in the global healthcare technology ecosystem.

PorterShed has officially launched the AI Venture Forge Accelerator, a new 12-week programme aimed at helping Ireland’s most promising AI-first start-ups and corporate innovation teams achieve commercial traction and investor readiness.

Fine Gael TD Pete Roche has stressed the importance of setting clear priorities for the next phase of the Common Agricultural Policy (CAP) beyond 2027, saying they are vital for the future of farming in Galway and across the country.

Galway-based Alison, the world’s largest free online learning platform for workplace skills, has proudly announced a major milestone: the graduation of its one millionth learner in the United States of America. The announcement marks a significant moment in Alison’s mission to provide accessible, CPD accredited, skills-based learning for all, and highlights its expanding footprint across the U.S.A.