Swyft Energy has been acquired by Bord Gáis Energy, a significant milestone in the company’s journey to power Ireland’s transition to renewable energy. This acquisition enhances both Bord Gáis Energy’s and the wider Centrica team’s solar PV capabilities across residential, commercial, and agricultural sectors, with a shared goal of completing 10,000 installations over the next…
In the wake of Donald Trump’s re-election, cryptocurrency is again front and center, with Bitcoin surging past €86,000 per coin and the global crypto market cap reaching $2.94 trillion. Major cryptocurrencies like Ethereum have also seen substantial gains. However, financial expert Nick Charalambous, Senior Financial Advisor and Managing Director of Alpha Wealth, warns against diving…
We’re thrilled to introduce Verde Energy Group as the newest Little Island Business Association (LIBA) member. The company, founded in 2010, has grown into a trusted partner for businesses across Ireland. It provides sustainable energy solutions that help clients transition to renewable energy, reduce costs, and achieve their climate goals. Thanks to a partnership with…
Join a festive holiday season with Carrignavar’s very first Christmas Market! Running from Sunday, November 17th through December 2nd, this festive market will showcase over 20 local small businesses, all under the roof of our brand-new Primary School. The fundraising Christmas Market event takes place on Sunday, November 17th. Small Businesses Unite: Market is…
We want to hear your views. Lidl Ireland GmbH is seeking planning permission to construct a €200 million Regional Distribution Centre in Wallingstown, Little Island in Cork, as the retailer aims to enhance its logistical infrastructure to support ambitious expansion plans in the south and southeast of the country. Lidl is one of Ireland’s fastest-growing…
PepsiCo has completed a €2.4million rooftop solar panel installation at its facility in Little Island. The project, which will significantly reduce the amount of electricity used by PepsiCo’s Little Island facility, commenced in 2023 and was finalised in August 2024. In total, there are over 3,400 individual solar panels that make up the installation. The solar…
Midleton Rugby Club would like to invite you to ‘Lunch with Leaders in Rugby’ which will take place from 12.30 – 3.30pm on Thursday,12th December at Fota Island Resort. The event will be an unforgettable afternoon dedicated to the spirit of rugby and the pursuit of excellence in leadership. Prepare to be inspired as we gather some of Ireland’s finest rugby…
As part of our In Conversation With series for the Little Island Business Association, we had the pleasure of speaking with Chris Mee, CEO of EHS International, about the company’s journey, its innovative approach to Environmental, Health, and Safety (EHS) practices, and its commitment to both its clients and the wider community. In a world…
Fáilte Ireland has launched a new five-year plan that will help drive and sustain tourism in Cork City, Harbour and East Cork at Blackrock Castle Observatory, Co. Cork. The Cork City, Harbour and East Cork Destination and Experience Development Plan (DEDP) aims to create a sustainable tourism destination by extending the tourism season and spreading…
Stress affects people in different ways, both physically and emotionally, and to varying degrees. Research shows that stress can sometimes be positive by making us more alert and helping us perform better in certain situations. However, over a prolonged period of time, stress can take its toll. It seems our lives today are constant…