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Why Northern Ireland?

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Northern Ireland is a flexible and open economy. Over 700 foreign investors and a multitude of investors from the rest of the UK have chosen to locate here.

The country has hi-tech expertise, industrial ingenuity and a great lifestyle to offer, making it one of the most attractive inward investment locations in Europe.

Northern Ireland’s compelling business proposition is based on:

  • fresh talent pool in one of the youngest populations in the European Union
  • a highly educated, English speaking workforce
  • an excellent infrastructure with advanced telecoms and transport networks
  • a competitive cost environment
  • generous incentives and ongoing support from Invest NI

Take a new look at Northern Ireland and discover fresh talent at work.

Download a guide to ten reasons to invest in Northern Ireland (PDF)

Great people

Great people

Northern Ireland offers a young, highly skilled workforce with a strong work ethic

Excellent infrastructure

Excellent infrastructure

With Northern Ireland’s modern road infrastructure, busy seaports and air links, businesses can deliver to their customers on time, every time

Competitive costs

Competitive costs

Northern Ireland is a highly competitive location in terms of operating costs

Outward focused economy

Outward focused economy

The Northern Ireland economy continues to flourish with annual economic growth above the UK average


Every year we help firms, from hi-tech start-ups to international industry leaders, discover global growth from Northern Ireland

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