NI food and drink industry continues to soar in Europe
The food and drink industry in Northern Ireland is valued at £7bn; it’s a progressive industry, focused on original products which are exported to over 70 countries.
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Build out your construction business by exporting into Europe’s €14.5 trillion market
If you’re not already exporting to Europe, 2024 is the year to set your sights on the over 500 million consumers in 27 countries that make up the European Union (EU) market, which is worth €14.5 trillion.
Northern Ireland’s distilling pedigree putting the sláinte back into Irish Whiskey
Ireland's whiskey heritage, anchored by centuries of distilling acumen in Northern Ireland, is experiencing a renaissance, with the spirit's global sales forecasted to double in the next decade.
How a focus on sustainability and inclusivity gives companies a competitive edge
Increasingly, consumers look to brand values and ethics as part of their purchasing decisions. They consider issues of sustainability, inclusivity and social impact alongside more traditional elements such as price and quality. Those businesses that are focused on the green economy or are working to ensure their products are accessible to everyone have an inbuilt competitive advantage.
Innovation: the power behind your business
In the fast-changing landscape of business, investing in Research and Development (R&D) and innovation is not merely a choice; it is a strategic necessity to achieve sustained growth and competitiveness. As the Director of Innovation and R&D at Invest Northern Ireland, I am convinced of the transformative power that innovation holds for businesses, and the pivotal role innovation plays in the growth of our economy.
Ready, Set, GO GREEN in the global race for net-zero
Rachel Sankannawar from Invest Northern Ireland discusses the once-in-generation opportunity presented by the Green Economy.
Northern Ireland showcases its credentials as a Global Hub for Fintech Innovation
In the competitive world of fintech, Northern Ireland is a leading global hub, earning worldwide recognition for its fintech ecosystem. The region's strategic blend of home-grown innovators and major international financial services companies has positioned us at the forefront of the industry's recent growth.
Why Northern Ireland is the perfect investment location for firms targeting the UK and EU markets
Companies looking for a foothold in both the United Kingdom (UK) and European Union (EU) markets should take a close look at Northern Ireland, which has unfettered tariff-free access to both.
Northern Ireland Space: A Frontier for Innovation and Collaboration
In the realm of space technology innovation, Northern Ireland stands as a unique region where industry and academia seamlessly collaborate. Our dynamic landscape, flexible, highly skilled workforce and rich history of engineering and technology excellence converge to propel us into the future of space exploration.
The NI Investment Summit: Unlocking a world of opportunities for investors
This month, through the collaboration of the Department for Business & Trade, Invest Northern Ireland and the Northern Ireland Office, and with the support of countless business leaders from across Northern Ireland, the region was showcased on the global stage.
Onwards and Upwards for Northern Ireland Space Sector
As we embark on the uncharted frontier of 2023, the Northern Ireland Space sector is expecting to climb to new heights. In the final weeks of 2022, it was confirmed that Northern Ireland is to host the UK Space Conference for the first time, an exciting event scheduled for 21-23 November 2023. The conference is likely to see astronauts, global space agencies and the wider space community descend on Northern Ireland, with 2500-3000 people to be hosted in our local hospitality sector.
The changing face of entrepreneurship
As Global Entrepreneurship Week 2023 comes to an end, our thoughts turn to the future of entrepreneurship and providing the type of support business founders need to succeed.
Entrepreneurship and us...
A feature showcasing a snapshot of some of the ways Invest NI has supported entrepreneurs since over recent years.
How to access the funding you need for business growth
Patrick Dewar, Corporate Finance Executive at Invest Northern Ireland, explains how the agency’s Access to Finance scheme is providing essential funds for local businesses.
Northern Ireland entrepreneurs’ driving innovation in health care solutions
Launched in 2016, The NHS Clinical Entrepreneurship Programme (CEP) has proven to be a remarkable success in helping innovate and implement new initiatives within the National Health Service (NHS) in the United Kingdom (UK).
Northern Ireland Has What It Takes to Support a Modern Defence Industry
Northern Ireland’s unrivalled engineering credentials, combined with its UK and European-leading technology credentials makes it an increasingly compelling proposition for governments and companies in the growing defence industry.
Northern Irish Connections
Northern Irish Connections is passionate about celebrating what makes Northern Ireland such a great place to live, work, study, visit, invest and do business.
Northern Ireland: Market Access to Great Britain and the European Union
Following the UK’s exit from the European Union (EU) and ending of the transition period on 31 December 2020, Northern Ireland continues to have access to the Great Britain (GB) and the EU markets for goods.
Helping the North West play to its strengths
As a region, the North West has many strengths and businesses in the region have always played a significant role in the development of our economy.
Empowering growth across Northern Ireland
We published our 2022/23 performance figures last month which highlighted a successful year of growth and investment, demonstrating our commitment to driving economic prosperity across Northern Ireland.
Delivering for business and our economy
Every £1 of our assistance contributed towards £7 of investment in the local economy.
Vast Market Potential for Construction and Demolition in South and West China
To support Northern Ireland companies in China, Invest Northern Ireland undertook several research reports to inform and identify high potential opportunities in the region.
Off-shore wind: the fastest growing sector in renewable energy
Last month we took 10 NI offshore wind supply chain companies and eight key NI renewable energy stakeholders to Marseille.
Is innovation essential for business success?
Jeremy Fitch, Executive Director for Business Growth in Invest Northern Ireland believes it is.
The Green Economy – Northern Ireland’s potential
Rachel Sankannawar, Invest Northern Ireland’s Head of Green Economy Development, asks: ‘what is the Green Economy’ and how Northern Ireland can tap into the business opportunities?