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.

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.

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.

‘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.

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.

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.

CREW seeking expressions of interest for the upcoming Creative Entrepreneurship and Enterprise Development

Thu, Aug 13, 2026

CREW is accepting expressions of interest for the upcoming Creative Entrepreneurship and Enterprise Development (CEED) incubation programme developed in partnership with ATU’s School of Design and Creative Arts, Galway City (Wellpark Rd) campus and supported by LEO Galway.

New EU AI rules bring fresh compliance challenges for local businesses

Thu, Aug 06, 2026

A new phase of the European Union’s Artificial Intelligence (AI) Act has come into force, introducing significant transparency requirements for organisations using AI technologies. While the legislation applies across all EU member states, its impact will be particularly relevant for businesses throughout Ireland, where companies are increasingly embracing AI to improve customer service, marketing, recruitment and operational efficiency.

The latest provisions require organisations to clearly disclose when customers are interacting with an AI system rather than a human. Companies using AI chatbots on their websites or customer service platforms must now ensure users are informed that they are communicating with artificial intelligence. Similarly, AI-generated images, videos and deepfakes must be clearly labelled to prevent misleading or deceptive content.

Galway’s vacant buildings offer new opportunities for city centre businesses

Thu, Aug 06, 2026

Efforts to breathe new life into Galway city centre are gathering pace, with a series of regeneration initiatives designed to encourage businesses to occupy vacant commercial properties and restore vitality to the heart of the city.

ITIC report shows Shannon was Ireland's fastest-growing major airport in June

Thu, Aug 06, 2026

New figures published by the Irish Tourism Industry Confederation (ITIC) show Shannon Airport recorded the strongest year-on-year passenger growth among Ireland's major airports in June, with traffic increasing by 14% compared to the same month last year.

Peer learning programme supports rural female entrepreneurs

Thu, Jul 30, 2026

Minister for Agriculture, Food, and the Marine, Martin Heydon TD, has opened the call for applications for ACORNS 12 today and set the deadline for applications to be midnight on Friday, September 18.

Galway electrical wholesaler wins at Ireland’s second AEW awards 2026

Thu, Jul 30, 2026

Flaherty Markets Electrical Galway scooped the award for ‘Best Performing Branch’ for lighting recycling at Ireland’s second Association of Electrical Wholesalers (AEW) awards in Dublin recently.

Minister marks B Corp Certification Achievement for Galway-based iSupply

Thu, Jul 30, 2026

The Minister of State at the Department of Climate, Energy and the Environment, Alan Dillon TD, welcomed representatives of Galway-based print and signage company iSupply to his constituency office in Castlebar to mark the company's latest milestone, achieving B Corp certification.

Galway marketer launches AI-driven marketing consultancy and free AI webinar

Thu, Jul 23, 2026

Award-winning marketing strategist and Business & Finance Top 100 CMO, Maricka Burke-Keogh, has officially launched The Marketing Department, a fractional marketing consultancy designed to give small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) access to senior-level marketing leadership without the cost of employing a full-time Marketing Director.

From a 25-seater café to seven million customers: Gourmet Food Parlour celebrates 20 years

Thu, Jul 23, 2026

Founded in 2006 by Galway native, Lorraine Heskin, Gourmet Food Parlour began as a small neighbourhood café in Dún Laoghaire, built on a passion for quality food and creating a welcoming space for the local community.

SYS Financial acquires Galway firm Q Financial, adding €120 million to managed assets

Thu, Jul 16, 2026

SYS Financial, one of Ireland’s leading financial advisory firms, has announced the acquisition of Q Financial, a long-established financial advisory firm based in Claregalway, Co. Galway. The acquisition builds on SYS Financial’s plans to scale its presence nationwide and adds €120 million to the firm’s client assets under management (AUM), now totalling over €1.12 billion.

Galway hoteliers seek government measures to tackle high cost of doing business

Thu, Jul 16, 2026

Hoteliers from across the city and county recently met with TDs and Senators to discuss the key challenges facing Irish tourism and the measures required to ensure the successful long-term development of Ireland’s largest indigenous industry, supporting over 270,000 livelihoods – including 22,000 in Galway.

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.

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