GMIT offers 120 free places under Springboard initiative

Thu, Jun 27, 2013

Galway Mayo Institute of Technology is offering 120 free part-time places on six courses as part of this year’s Springboard initiative for jobseekers announced at the weekend.

Galway to be watched by two million Indians

Thu, Jun 27, 2013

Galway will be seen by more than two million people across India later this year in an episode of popular food and travel show Will Travel for Food.

Government targets €21m fund at turning good ideas into good jobs

Thu, Jun 27, 2013

The Minister for Jobs Enterprise and Innovation, Richard Bruton, this week announced that €21m in funding is available to support the commercialisation of research in 2013. The objective of the funding, which will be provided through Enterprise Ireland’s Commercialisation Fund, is to accelerate the development and commercialisation of innovative new products and services and increase the number of new technology-based start-up companies.

Mayo has third sharpest increase in commencement applications

Thu, Jun 27, 2013

The latest edition of the National Housing Construction Index compiled and issued by Link2Plans (www.link2plans.com) illustrates that Mayo has the third sharpest increase in planning commencements, however planning applications in the county continue to fall.

Centra’s new own brand range supporting Mayo suppliers

Thu, Jun 27, 2013

Centra, one of Ireland’s leading convenience retailers, is helping to boost the Irish economy through its recently launched Own Brand range of 900 products. One hundred and ten of the 150 suppliers who produce this innovative range are Irish, with two of these suppliers coming from Mayo. The Mayo companies are O’Hara’s Bakery and William Carr & Sons Limited.

Projected retail sales in 2013 for these 110 Irish companies is expected to be in excess of €150 million. Initial performance of the range has been strong, with sales of €40 million achieved since its launch in April; a figure that is set to grow as awareness increases, according to Centra.

Airport chairman Scollan steps down after more than a decade in the role

Thu, Jun 13, 2013

Ireland West Airport Knock has announced the resignation of its chairman Liam Scollan, after 11 years with the airport in various roles, including Managing Director from 2002 to 2009, and most recently Chairman of CADCO, the airport’s operating company for the past four years.

Galway companies awarded for quality management and excellence systems

Thu, Jun 13, 2013

A and T Printing, Colas Group, Galway Turkeys, MAPs Ltd and the Marine Institute / Foras na Mara were among 40 private and public sector organisations to receive awards this week from the Minister of State for Small Business, Mr John Perry TD.

The leading Galway organisations joined the likes of the Office of the Revenue Commissioners, Electric Ireland, National Learning Network and Danone Baby Nutrition in achieving world class levels of excellence under a range of headings including environmental management, quality management, excellence through people and food safety systems, which is the most recent addition to nsai’s impressive certification schemes.

BAI issues rules on food advertising to children during daytime shows

Thu, Jun 06, 2013

The Broadcasting Authority of Ireland (BAI) has issued revised versions of its General and Children’s Commercial Communications Codes. The Codes have been updated to include rules to be applied to the promotion of High Fat, Salt and Sugar (HFSS) food to children. The rules will come into effect on September 2 and will apply to all radio and television broadcasters regulated in the Republic of Ireland. Commercial communications include advertising, sponsorship and other forms of commercial announcements.

Residential workshop will explain how early retirement or redundancy payments could fund new start-ups

Thu, Jun 06, 2013

Over 50s from county Galway are being encouraged to start a new business, using their transferrable skills developed during their time in the workforce. Those who have taken early retirement or redundancy payments in particular are being urged to consider starting their own company.

Individuals aged over 50 who are thinking of starting their own business, or in the early stages of a start-up are being invited to a two day National Workshop on July 1 and July 2 in the Hodson Bay Hotel, Athlone. The “Change, Challenge and Opportunity” two day residential workshop is organised by Galway County & City Enterprise Board and the network of County and City Enterprise Boards and will focus on giving participants an insight into what is needed to research, start and develop a business.

Style and dragons on show as Network Galway honours its winners at glitzy awards ceremony

Thu, May 30, 2013

Renowned milliner Philip Treacy and Star of RTE’s Dragons Den Ramona Nicholas and Barry O’Sullivan were on hand to add a dash of glamour at the 9th Annual Network Galway Business Women of the Year Awards took place in The g Hotel, on Friday May 24.

Commissioner visit a tribute to SCCUL mentoring programme

Thu, May 16, 2013

SCCUL Mentors, a structured mentoring programme established by SCCUL Enterprises celebrates its first year in operation. In 12 short months, over 180 local businesses have received free mentoring support from up to 80 established business figures and industry experts in Galway. Mentoring has been provided across a number of sectors including Finance, Sales, HR, PR & Marketing, Quality, and Business Planning. SCCUL Mentors earlier this year launched its 2013 Programme and businesses may apply online www.scculmentors.ie

Golden memories as Connacht Gold bids farewell to old name

Thu, May 16, 2013

Shareholders of Connacht Gold have endorsed a proposal to change the name of the co-operative to Aurivo Co-operative Society Ltd.

Galway companies highlight National Enterprise Week

Thu, May 16, 2013

A number of Galway-based companies will be showcasing their businesses at Bank of Ireland branches across the county as part of National Enterprise Week, which takes place fromMay 17 to 24.

According to Bank of Ireland at the start of National Enterprise Week, new and approved lending to small and medium enterprises (SMEs) has risen by over one quarter in the first three months of 2013, based on year-on-year figures.

Vulcan assists the PRTB to produce its new National Rent Index

Thu, May 16, 2013

A new nationwide rent index of all private accommodation in Ireland has been launched this week with the help of Galway company Vulcan Solutions.

Dragons on board for glittering Network Galway Business Woman of the Year Awards

Thu, May 09, 2013

Ramona Nicholas and Barry O’Sullivan from RTE’s Dragons Den series will present the awards at this year’s ceremony. At the recent launch of The ninth Annual Network Galway Business Woman of the Year Awards. The ceremony will take place in The g Hotel, on Friday May 24 and promises to be a spectacular affair.

Shannon taking off as summer schedule launched at airport

Thu, May 09, 2013

The summer officially began for the newly independent Shannon Airport over the May bank holiday weekend as the premier gateway to and from the western half of the island launched its schedule for the busy months ahead.

Two thirds of SMES are under attack from international fraudsters

Thu, May 02, 2013

ISME, the Irish Small and Medium Enterprises Association, has issued a warning to all businesses to be extremely vigilant, particularly during the holiday period, as international fraudsters are targeting the Irish enterprise community.

John Concannon guest speaker at tonight’s seminar at Ballybane Enterprise Centre

Thu, May 02, 2013

Entrepreneur and philanthropist John Concannon will be the guest speaker at the May Business Seminar in Ballybane Enterprise Centre tonight Thursday May 2 at 7.30pm.

Printing with confidence with A&T Printing

Thu, May 02, 2013

A&T Printing can provide the solutions to all your printing needs, with offices in Athenry and Galway they provide a complete service to all customers. Their new website is easy to navigate and will instantly inform potential customers on the wide range of products and services.

Mentoring clinic next week for women-led businesses in the west

Thu, May 02, 2013

Start-ups, SMEs, sole traders and professional businesses owned or run by women, will be offered a real opportunity to obtain business advice from a range of professional mentors to support their business’s growth later this month.

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