AI chatbots repeatedly send Galway tourists to the same five attractions
Thu, Sep 24, 2026
Visitors planning trips to Galway using artificial intelligence chatbots are being repeatedly directed towards the same small group of attractions, new research suggests, raising concerns that less prominent tourism businesses could miss out as AI becomes a bigger part of holiday planning.
Read more ...Galway graduate helping shape Ireland’s energy future through AI and innovation at EirGrid
Thu, Sep 24, 2026
For Galway native Dara Golden, a fascination with technology and a desire to understand how complex systems operate led him towards a career at the forefront of Ireland’s energy transition. Today, as part of EirGrid’s Graduate Programme, he is using his expertise in artificial intelligence, data analytics and software development to help support the future of Ireland’s electricity grid.
Read more ...Galway businesswoman Joanne Sweeney wins national Network Ireland award
Thu, Sep 24, 2026
Galway businesswoman Joanne Sweeney has been named Established Businesswoman of the Year at the 2026 Network Ireland Businesswoman of the Year Awards.
Read more ...Final call for digital creative businesses in Galway and Mayo
Thu, Sep 17, 2026
The CLIMB Accelerator Bootcamp, at CREW- Creative Enterprise West, is Ireland’s first dedicated accelerator/ scale-up programme for digital creative businesses and has been developed by team CREW in Galway with support from Enterprise Ireland. With only eight places, it has already attracted applicants from digital creative industries throughout Ireland that wish to address the challenges of scaling up and growing to compete internationally. The deadline for candidates is tomorrow September 18 2026.
Read more ...Galway firms urged to sign up for free workplace consultation on retirement planning
Thu, Sep 17, 2026
Moneycube.ie is calling on Galway companies to take up its offer of a free workplace consultation aimed at helping employers engage their staff on retirement planning.
Read more ...Galway retailers join Retail Excellence Ireland campaign to cut employers’ PRSI to save jobs
Thu, Sep 17, 2026
Retailers and staff in Galway have joined a national campaign calling on Government to cut employers’ PRSI in Budget 2027 in order to save retail jobs, as Retail Excellence Ireland (REI), the largest representative body for the retail industry in Ireland, launched its ‘Cut PRSI, Keep Jobs’ campaign at locations across the country.
Read more ...Shannon Airport is Ireland’s fastest-growing major airport for third consecutive month
Thu, Sep 10, 2026
Latest figures published by the Irish Tourism Industry Confederation (ITIC) show Shannon Airport recorded the strongest passenger growth among Ireland’s major airports in July, with passenger traffic increasing by almost 9% compared to the same month last year.
Read more ...Final call for Galway organisations to apply for Airbnb Rural Tourism Fund
Thu, Sep 10, 2026
Airbnb are encouraging Galway organisations to apply for the second year of Ireland’s Rural Tourism Fund, doubling its support to locally led projects and organisations that help visitors discover rural Ireland, and strengthen rural communities, to €200,000. The Fund is open to community groups, rural tourism organisations, small businesses and local enterprises across the Republic of Ireland, with the application portal closing on 16 September 2026.
Applications are open across three categories, Outdoor & Activity, Heritage & Arts, and Hospitality & Food. To support the fund, Airbnb has partnered with category experts, Ireland’s Association for Adventure Tourism, Historic Houses of Ireland and Vintners’ Federation of Ireland.
Read more ...MENTORSWORK encourages Galway SMEs to avail of free business support programme places
Thu, Sep 10, 2026
MentorsWork, the award-winning initiative delivered by the Small Firms Association (SFA) in partnership with Skillnet Ireland, the national workforce development agency, is encouraging business owners and SMEs across Galway to apply for the 2026 programme today, as only a limited number of places remain.
Open to business owners and managers employing between one and 250 people, the award-winning 12-week programme pairs each participant with a dedicated, experienced mentor and gives them access to expert-led masterclasses and peer learning, building the skills and confidence to adopt new technology, win new business and drive sustainable growth.
Read more ...BIM inviting Galway seafood business to join its Seafood Business Advisory Programme
Thu, Sep 10, 2026
Seafood businesses in Galway are being encouraged to strengthen their competitiveness and prepare for future challenges through BIM’s Seafood Business Advisory Programme.
Read more ...Scoth na foilsitheoireachta le ceiliúradh sa Taibhdhearc
Thu, Sep 10, 2026
Má bhíonn mearbhall ort riamh agus tú ag roghnú leabhar Gaeilge sa siopa nó sa leabharlann, tá moladh agam duit. Is maith an treoraí iad na lógónna beaga ciorclacha a bhíonn le feiceáil ar chuid de na leabhair a thugann le fios go raibh an leabhar sin ainmnithe do, nó gur bhuaigh sé, Gradam Foilsitheoireachta an Oireachtais.
Read more ...Noel Hussey appointed General Manager of Clayton Hotel Galway
Thu, Sep 03, 2026
Clayton Hotel Galway has announced the appointment of Noel Hussey as its new General Manager, marking the beginning of a new chapter for one of Galway’s best-known hotels.
Read more ...Female entrepreneurs from Galway urged to apply for business development programme
Thu, Sep 03, 2026
ACORNS is inviting female entrepreneurs from Galway to submit their applications for the 12th cycle of the highly successful business development programme.
Read more ...Shannon Airport is Ireland’s fastest-growing major airport for third consecutive month
Thu, Sep 03, 2026
Latest figures published by the Irish Tourism Industry Confederation (ITIC) show Shannon Airport recorded the strongest passenger growth among Ireland’s major airports in July, with passenger traffic increasing by almost 9% compared to the same month last year.
Read more ...Energy conservation and renewable energy technology training for Gaeltacht companies and tradespeople
Thu, Aug 27, 2026
Údarás na Gaeltachta are pleased to announce that the ‘Glasoiliúint’ scheme is now open for applications. The scheme is designed for Gaeltacht companies or tradespeople who wish to upskill in energy conservation or renewable energy technologies.
Read more ...Science and Tech fest manager to represent Galway at national awards ceremony
Thu, Aug 27, 2026
Anne Murray, Festival Manager of the Galway Science and Technology Festival (GSTF) will represent Galway at the Network Ireland National Businesswoman of the Year Awards in September, having won the STEM Professional category at the Network Ireland Galway Businesswoman of the Year Awards 2026. The award recognises Anne’s career, leadership and contribution to STEM (science, technology, engineering and mathematics), during her career with IDA Ireland, Galway Science & Technology Festival and Sláinte Wellness.
Read more ...Final call for Galway sustainability leaders to enter 2026 Repak Resource Awards
Thu, Aug 20, 2026
Repak is issuing a final call for businesses, community groups and individuals across Galway to enter the 2026 Repak Resource Awards, with entries closing on Monday, August 31.
Read more ...‘Not simply an equality issue’: Network Ireland seeks Budget 2027 investment in women-led businesses
Thu, Aug 20, 2026
Women-led businesses should be given greater priority in Budget 2027, with targeted measures needed to help female entrepreneurs overcome barriers to growth and support Ireland’s wider economic performance, according to Network Ireland.
Read more ...HLB Ireland acquires Galway’s OMB Chartered Accountants in major west of Ireland expansion
Thu, Aug 13, 2026
HLB Ireland, part of Mentora Group, this week announced the acquisition of Galway-based OMB Chartered Accountants, significantly expanding its presence in Galway and across the west of Ireland.
Read more ...Chadwicks Galway and Joyces Hardware & Home named finalists in Octabuild Builders Merchant Excellence Awards
Thu, Aug 13, 2026
Chadwicks Galway and Joyces Hardware & Home – Headford have been named regional finalists representing Connacht/Donegal/Monaghan/Cavan in the 2026 Octabuild Builders Merchant Excellence Awards, recognising leading businesses in the builders’ merchant sector across the island of Ireland.
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