Lidl Ireland is to seek planning permission to develop a new €200m regional distribution centre in Little Island

Lidl Ireland is to seek planning permission from Cork County Council to develop a new €200m regional distribution centre in Wallingstown in Little Island. It is expected that up to 100 full time jobs could be added with the completion of the centre expected to be in 2028. This would be the second distribution centre…

Pharmagraph Partner with CompuCal Calibration Solutions

CompuCal Calibration Solutions has welcomed Pharmagraph, specialists in environmental monitoring systems, as a new partner. Pharmagraph systems are operational in over 30 countries, successfully integrated to support the critical environments of some of the world’s top pharmaceutical and global healthcare companies as well as across many UK hospitals and health authorities. Compucal’s platform will be…

PepsiCo Ireland Donates €10,000 and Announces Partnership with Shine Centre for Autism

PepsiCo Ireland is delighted to announce a new partnership with the Shine Centre for Autism, a community-based charity providing vital support services to children and families in the Carrigaline area. The partnership comes as part of PepsiCo’s ongoing commitment to Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) and its 50for50 campaign, reinforcing its dedication to supporting its local…

5 Common Budgeting Mistakes and How to Avoid Them

Budgeting is a fundamental aspect of business management, but it’s easy to get it wrong. Understanding these common mistakes can help you navigate towards more effective financial planning. Overestimating Revenue  ○ Mistake: Assuming sales will always meet or exceed expectations.  ○ Avoidance: Use conservative estimates and consider historical data. Plan for worst-case scenarios. Underestimating Expenses  ○ Mistake:…

How to Pay Less Tax: A Simple Strategy to Unlock a 66% Tax Bonus Before It’s Too Late

Whether you’re an employee or self-employed, reducing your tax bill is a goal everyone shares. With the year-end tax deadline approaching, there’s one simple and effective way to do just that—by contributing to your pension. Nick Charalambous, Financial Advisor and Managing Director of Alpha Wealth, emphasises the power of pensions as a dual benefit: they reduce…

EHS International Launches €3 Million Safety Training and R&D Facility

 EHS International has officially opened a €3 million Safety Training and Research & Development facility in Little Island, Cork, establishing a new benchmark for fire safety training nationwide. The state-of-the-art 11,000 sq ft centre, spearheaded by founder and CEO Chris Mee, will provide the most advanced fire and safety courses — such as cutting-edge firefighter…

Ballymaloe Craft Fair 2024: 200 exhibitors showcasing best of Irish craft and design returns to Ballymaloe Grainstore this November

The beloved Ballymaloe Craft Fair, showcasing the best of Irish-made craft and design, is returning to Ballymaloe Grainstore this November, just in time for the 2024 festive shopping season.   Each weekend, from November 15th-17th and 22nd-24th, more than 200 of Ireland’s finest artists, designers and food producers will display their products as Ballymaloe Grainstore transforms…

Cork Airport continues to be Ireland’s fastest-growing airport

Cork and Dublin airports saw record-breaking numbers of passengers passing through their terminals again in September, daa confirmed today while releasing monthly passenger numbers. The two airports welcomed a total of 3.38 million passengers in September, a 5% increase on the same month last year.   Demand for travel was buoyed by late summer breaks,…

Spike Island’s sellout After Dark tours return for spooky season perfect for those craving a good scare this Halloween

This October, Spike Island’s hugely popular After Dark Tours are returning just in time for the spooky season, allowing visitors to discover the spine-chilling side of Cork’s iconic prison island through a creepy guided tour, and gain access to truly frightening areas of the island that are usually strictly off-limits. The After Dark Tours are…