IDA Ireland in the news

Donegal ranks eighth in Ireland for IDA-supported jobs in 2025, with over 5,600 jobs, reflecting IDA Ireland's focus on regional investment and job creation.

Laois has the fewest IDA-supported jobs in Ireland in 2025, while IDA Ireland increased regional investments and job creation nationwide.

IDA Chair urges Ireland to leverage its stability and 'punch above its weight' amid fierce global competition for foreign direct investment.

More than 4,000 people were employed by IDA client companies in the Shannonside region last year, with Roscommon, Longford, and Leitrim leading in job numbers.

Ireland faces tougher competition for foreign direct investment from wealthier countries but benefits from recognized economic stability and a strong investment agency.

Ireland's strong economic and cultural ties with the US provide vital investment, jobs, and stability amid global uncertainties, supported by IDA Ireland's strategic focus on innovation and sustainability.

CoinJar is investing €5 million to establish its European hub in Dublin, creating 30 jobs and leveraging Ireland's strong regulatory framework for digital assets.

Ireland's tech sector faces uncertainty as AI reshapes demand, with Intel's struggles and limited AI investment highlighting the need for new flagship projects to sustain foreign direct investment.

Payrails moved its EMEA HQ to Dublin to leverage Ireland's talent pool and tech ecosystem, planning 50 hires to support its rapid fintech growth.

IDA Ireland's chief stresses negotiation to resolve US-EU trade tensions and highlights Ireland's focus on innovation and skills at Davos.

IDA Ireland's chief stresses negotiation to resolve US-EU trade tensions and highlights Ireland's focus on innovation and skills at Davos.

IDA Ireland was granted permission to extend the access road at Oakfield Business Park to enhance infrastructure.

Peter Burke is representing Ireland at the 2026 World Economic Forum to promote foreign investment and highlight Ireland's economic growth and competitiveness.

IDA Ireland may drop X from its client list if it breaches online safety laws, while emphasizing Ireland's stable investment appeal amid geopolitical and energy challenges.

IDA Ireland may end its relationship with Elon Musk's platform X if safety rules are breached, according to chief Michael Lohan.

IDA Ireland's CEO Michael Lohan highlighted increased global trade uncertainty due to US tariff threats.

Michael Lohan was recognized for leading IDA Ireland to a record year of multinational investments and job creation despite global trade uncertainties.

LDA and IDA Ireland agreed to transfer a 41-hectare site in Cork city for developing around 1,000 homes, shifting the land use from industrial to residential to address housing needs and support regional growth.