World famous architecture, idyllic seaside towns, renowned cuisine and Spain’s premier wine region are all now within a two-hour direct flight from Cork as Aer Lingus’ new service to Bilbao took off today for the first time. The new service departed Cork Airport at 12:30 with a full complement of passengers. It is the first…
by Michael Mulcahy, CEO Chaos, Consternation and Confusion seem to be the hallmark of what we are getting from 1600 Pennsylvania Avenue these days. While we had a taste of it from Trump 1.0, the 2.0 era is one that seems to have a strategy that is better thought out than 1.0, but more chaotic…
Cork College of FET, part of Cork ETB’s Further Education and Training Services, is pleased to announce that all Level 5 and 6 courses will be offered free of charge for the 2025-2026 academic year. This initiative aims to make education more accessible to all individuals in the Munster region, reflecting Cork ETB’s commitment to…
by Liam O’Riordan – InvestWise Financial Planning I have no doubt that most of you are concerned about recent market movements. They have been extreme! The media are paying more attention to the day-to-day swings than usual given the politics and personalities involved. For those of you who were at our lunch last week, you will…
The world’s most important products have travelled safely around the world in FPS industrial packaging. FPS is committed to being a productivity partner to blue-chip companies, driving efficiency across their supply chains through a comprehensive and innovative product portfolio. With over 3700 colleagues in 19 countries, 13 production plants and 22 sales locations FPS lead…
Local Enterprise Office South Cork is excited to announce a brand-new SME Business Boost Programme — a dynamic, six-week intensive designed specifically for established business owners in the East Cork area, including Little Island, Cobh, Midleton and beyond. Starting on April 29th, this free programme is ideal for entrepreneurs looking to scale and grow their…
Cork County Council is carrying out road construction work to enhance transportation infrastructure and improve safety for all road users in Little Island. The project includes the installation of additional cycle lanes, new bus lanes, and pedestrian footpaths. Works will also involve pavement construction, utility installations and diversions, road drainage improvements, and upgrades to public…
PepsiCo Ireland is proud to continue its commitment to supporting local charities, Edel House and Cork Penny Dinners, through its latest ‘Sustainable Love’ charitable initiative. Cork PepsiCo Employee Resource Groups (Green Teams, Women’s Inclusion Network & Charity Committee) came together asking employees to get involved in a Sustainable Charity initiative by donating new or unused…
Lidl Ireland’s plans for a new €200 million Regional Distribution Centre on part of the former Mitsui Denman Site in Wallingstown, Little Island could create up to 350 jobs in Cork. The proposed Regional Distribution Centre would be Lidl’s fourth facility in the Republic of Ireland and the second to be located in Cork. The…
Dublin, Ireland 7 April 2025: DNV, the independent energy expert and assurance provider, today announced a major expansion of its Irish operations, including plans to recruit 200 people in Ireland over the next two years and the full integration of Dublin-based Enviroguide Consulting into DNV. This move cements DNV’s commitment to Ireland’s sustainability and energy transition…