National Breast Cancer Research Institute appoints Marie Chawke to its Board of Directors

Thu, Jul 09, 2026

The National Breast Cancer Research Institute (NBCRI) is pleased to announce the appointment of Marie Chawke to its Board of Directors, further strengthening the charity’s leadership as it continues to fund and support world-class breast cancer research in Ireland.

Galway family business part of BWG Foods' new Market Square Select range

Thu, Jul 09, 2026

BWG Foods has announced the launch of Market Square Select, a new own-brand range developed in collaboration with Irish producers and made exclusively available to independent MACE and LONDIS retailers nationwide.

€10 million investment secured to launch national gateway to Europe’s AI network

Thu, Jul 09, 2026

Ireland has secured €10 million in joint European and Irish Government funding to establish the AIF IRL-Antenna, a major national initiative that will accelerate artificial intelligence adoption and innovation across Ireland while strengthening the country’s position within Europe’s rapidly expanding AI ecosystem.

PorterShed launches Galway-EU programme to mark Ireland’s EU Presidency 2026

Thu, Jul 02, 2026

PorterShed has this week announced the launch of an ambitious new programme, Galway–Estonia: Europe in Our Daily Lives (Innovation, Culture and Connection), as part of Ireland’s Presidency of the Council of the European Union in 2026.

EDGE26 highlights Galway’s growing role in Ireland’s creative economy

Thu, Jul 02, 2026

Six weeks after more than 350 delegates gathered in Galway for EDGE26, Ireland’s Creative Economy Summit, CREW has published its EDGE26 Summit Report, capturing the conversations, insights and opportunities that emerged from one of Ireland’s largest gatherings focused on the digital creative industries.

Connacht Hospitality Group wins big at Chambers Ireland Awards

Thu, Jul 02, 2026

The Connacht Hospitality Group have been named Ireland’s Hospitality, Leisure and Tourism Business of the Year at the Chambers Ireland Awards.

University of Galway appoints Deputy President and Registrar

Thu, Jul 02, 2026

University of Galway has announced Professor Becky Whay has been appointed Deputy President and Registrar.

Galway Port welcomes first call of state-of-the-art tanker

Thu, Jul 02, 2026

Galway Port last week welcomed the inaugural visit of Thun Renew, one of the most environmentally advanced coastal tankers operating in European waters.

Galway company celebrates national success at Enterprise Awards

Thu, Jun 25, 2026

A Galway engineering company has been recognised at the National Enterprise Awards after winning the West Regional Award at a ceremony in Dublin’s Mansion House.

The Galmont Hotel & Spa announces key senior appointments across leadership team

Thu, Jun 25, 2026

The Galmont Hotel & Spa has announced a series of strategic senior appointments across its management team, further strengthening its position as a leading hospitality destination in the West of Ireland.

Galway SMEs invited to explore practical sustainability solutions at free business event today

Thu, Jun 25, 2026

Businesses from across Galway are being invited to attend a dedicated sustainability event this morning Thursday, June 25 in the PorterShed from 9am – 11am that will explore how sustainable business practices can drive growth, improve efficiency, and strengthen long-term competitiveness in their respective sectors, while also protecting the environment.

Key Factors to Consider When Booking Meeting Rooms in Dublin

Thu, Jun 25, 2026

Dublin’s business environment remains active, with many companies operating hybrid models.

Applegreen to invest €6 million and create 450 jobs following deal to open Popeyes restaurants

Thu, Jun 18, 2026

Applegreen is to create up to 450 new jobs following an agreement that will see the Irish company open a series of Popeyes® chicken restaurants at its roadside locations.

OpenText to create 400 jobs with €105 million investment in Cork and Galway

Thu, Jun 18, 2026

OpenText™a Waterloo, Ontario, Canada headquartered global leader in data management for enterprise AI, this week announced a €105 million investment that will create 400 new jobs across the company’s sites in Ireland in Cork and Galway over the next three years.

Ambitious female entrepreneurs celebrate Going For Growth success

Thu, Jun 18, 2026

The 18th cycle of Going for Growth, the award-winning programme for ambitious female entrepreneurs focused on scaling their businesses, concluded with a special celebration in Dublin last week.

University of Galway joins top 1% of business schools with prestigious Triple Crown

Thu, Jun 11, 2026

University of Galway’s J.E. Cairnes School of Business and Economics has been recognised among the top 1% of business schools worldwide after achieving a prestigious triple crown of international accreditation.

West to benefit from public warning scheme progress

Thu, Jun 11, 2026

The Minister for Culture, Communications and Sport, Patrick O’Donovan TD, has received Government approval to proceed with the procurement of a new national Cell Broadcast Public Warning System — ad evelopment which will benefit exposed areas of the rural west in times of emergency.

ATU Leadership Seminar on AI and Leadership to be held in Galway today

Thu, Jun 11, 2026

Atlantic Technological University (ATU) in conjunction with Galway and Letterkenny Chambers of Commerce, will today host the first in a series of masterclasses exploring what it really means to lead with authenticity and integrity and why it matters more than ever in today’s complex business environment.

Ceroflo appoints Galway’s Mairsíl Claffey as Chief Clinical & Regulatory Officer to accelerate path to approval of SubMax™ Stent

Thu, Jun 11, 2026

Galway-based medical device company Ceroflo has announced the appointment of Galway’s Mairsíl Claffey as its new Chief Clinical and Regulatory Officer.

The €1,500 tax free limit explained: How Irish SMEs are structuring employee rewards in 2026

Wed, Jun 10, 2026

The Small Benefit Exemption is laid down in section 112B of the Taxes Consolidation Act 1997, which is administered by Revenue. A maximum of five qualifying benefits per tax year can gain exemption with the cap set at just €1,500 per employee per annum, effective from 1 January 2025. Qualifying benefits cannot be non-cash and non-convertible to cash.

Revenue rules apply to prepaid vouchers, digital retail cards and multi-retailer cards. This does not qualify: bank transfers, cheques and reloadable cards that act as cash. The scheme provides the option for the employee as well as the employer to attract no PAYE, no PRSI and no USC on the benefits provided.

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