Business Ireland Special Report

Business Ireland is a quarterly magazine that The Irish Times publishes in association with Dublin Chamber

CSRD delay unlikely to hamper EirGrid sustainability reporting efforts

CSRD delay unlikely to hamper EirGrid sustainability reporting efforts

Sustainability has always been at the core of what EirGrid does, says company’s director of corporate services

Wed Apr 02 2025 - 05:00

There’s nothing mythical about Ireland’s growing unicorn herd

There’s nothing mythical about Ireland’s growing unicorn herd

The success of these firms is a testament to the supportive ecosystem for Irish start-ups

By Frank DillonWed Apr 02 2025 - 05:00

The Lighter Side: 30% Club chief is a crime fiction fan who values good-quality sheets

The Lighter Side: 30% Club chief is a crime fiction fan who values good-quality sheets

Gillian Harford, country executive with the 30% Club in Ireland, is a crime fiction fan who values good-quality sheets

Wed Apr 02 2025 - 05:00

Avalanche of new car brands will soon dominate the Irish market

Avalanche of new car brands will soon dominate the Irish market

A whole phalanx of new names in the car market are poised to fight for Irish car buyers’ attention. But which ones are worth looking at?

By Neil BriscoeWed Apr 02 2025 - 05:00

What’s all the fuss about DeepSeek?

What’s all the fuss about DeepSeek?

Built at a fraction of the cost of its US peers, the AI software upended the industry

By Sandra O'ConnellWed Apr 02 2025 - 05:00

Christmas sparkle to get the party started

Christmas sparkle to get the party started

Outfits for festive fashionistas

By Kathleen O’CallaghanWed Dec 04 2024 - 05:00

The circular economy: Why going round and round is the way forward

The circular economy: Why going round and round is the way forward

Scaling up circularity would benefit Ireland’s economy and help us hit our sustainability targets, but moving in the right direction requires Government support

By Sandra O'ConnellWed Dec 04 2024 - 05:00

The Lighter Side: For Tech Mahindra head, there’s no true balance when you’re aiming for extremes

The Lighter Side: For Tech Mahindra head, there’s no true balance when you’re aiming for extremes

Tech leader Bivin Varghese tries to compartmentalise but loves his tablet for its mix of work and entertainment

Wed Dec 04 2024 - 05:00

Can hydrogen finally be harnessed or will EVs rule the road?

Can hydrogen finally be harnessed or will EVs rule the road?

Hydrogen power seemed abandoned in favour of electric but recent moves by car makers may yet see it get into gear

By Neil BriscoeWed Dec 04 2024 - 05:00

Irish companies making waves in space

Irish companies making waves in space

Irish space technology is delivering benefits here on Earth as well as way out there

Wed Dec 04 2024 - 05:00

Season’s eatings: Dining and wining options for Christmas

Season’s eatings: Dining and wining options for Christmas

From festive lunch in a five-star hotel to a turkey-and-ham meal kit delivered to your home

By Sandra O'ConnellWed Dec 04 2024 - 05:00

Destination Seville: Elegant oases in Andalusia’s capital

Destination Seville: Elegant oases in Andalusia’s capital

Business travellers can take the heat out of sunny Seville in secluded glades and cool courtyards

By Sandra O'ConnellWed Dec 04 2024 - 05:00

Carrots, sticks and public engagement required to move the sustainability dial

Carrots, sticks and public engagement required to move the sustainability dial

Sustainability reporting is becoming increasingly standardised and rigorous, but data collection is still a roadblock when it comes to Scope 3 emissions

Wed Dec 04 2024 - 05:00

Letting the light in on pay

Letting the light in on pay

New transparency regulations aim to reduce the secrecy around pay rates and structures

By Danielle BarronWed Dec 04 2024 - 05:00

Poor outlook for meeting offshore wind targets

Poor outlook for meeting offshore wind targets

Edel Corrigan reports on Ireland’s prospects of achieving its lofty offshore wind ambitions

By Edel CorriganWed Dec 04 2024 - 05:00

When it’s not all about the money: Ireland’s thriving social enterprise sector

When it’s not all about the money: Ireland’s thriving social enterprise sector

Having to balance maximising impact with building sustainable revenue streams, social enterprises have much to teach traditional business

By Frank DillonWed Dec 04 2024 - 05:00

Whiskey investing: Is there money to be made on the hard stuff?

Whiskey investing: Is there money to be made on the hard stuff?

Deanna O’Connor takes a look at the fun and potentially lucrative whiskey investment market

By Deanna O'ConnorWed Dec 04 2024 - 05:00

Could new Planning Act be a law of unintended consequences?

Could new Planning Act be a law of unintended consequences?

Frank Dillon runs the rule over the recently passed planning and development legislation and asks if it will deliver on its key objectives

By Frank DillonWed Dec 04 2024 - 05:00

Gadget gifts that work at home, in the office and in the home office

Gadget gifts that work at home, in the office and in the home office

These Christmas tech presents are versatile enough to tick a lot of hybrid-working boxes

By Kevin CourtneyWed Dec 04 2024 - 05:00

Out to lunch: Get your caffeine Fixx delivered to your desk

Out to lunch: Get your caffeine Fixx delivered to your desk

Sandra O’Connell welcomes the return of an old favourite and checks out some new options for exec snacking and getaways

Wed Oct 09 2024 - 05:34

Benefit in kind rules have dented the value of a company car, unless it’s an EV

Benefit in kind rules have dented the value of a company car, unless it’s an EV

BIK rules have made company cars less of a perk and more of a bill but certain electric vehicles present good value for money

By Neil BriscoeWed Oct 09 2024 - 05:00

The Lighter Side: For Soothing Solutions CEO it all stems from sales

The Lighter Side: For Soothing Solutions CEO it all stems from sales

Healthcare company co-founder Sinéad Crowther is old school when it comes to cash and photos

Wed Oct 09 2024 - 05:00

How the hybrid working landscape is changing yet again

How the hybrid working landscape is changing yet again

A balance between employer needs and employee expectations is still seen as important, with 40-60 per cent in-office attendance now the norm for many organisations

By Edel CorriganWed Oct 09 2024 - 05:00

Small companies have an edge when it comes to embedding a wellness culture

Small companies have an edge when it comes to embedding a wellness culture

A big organisation can have a programme that seems impressive but if overwork, bullying and harassment are rife, who’s going to go to that yoga class?

By Deanna O'ConnorWed Oct 09 2024 - 05:00

Devil is in the detail of delayed pension auto-enrolment scheme

Devil is in the detail of delayed pension auto-enrolment scheme

Employers will welcome the extra time the scheme’s postponement offers but they urgently need to grapple with its complexities

By Barry McCallWed Oct 09 2024 - 05:00

London highlights: Make the most of a business trip to the UK capital

London highlights: Make the most of a business trip to the UK capital

Accessibility and a wealth of options make London a great place to combine business with culture and fun

By Mimi MurrayWed Oct 09 2024 - 05:00

Investment in workplace wellness ‘absolutely pays off’

Investment in workplace wellness ‘absolutely pays off’

There are a good reasons why wellbeing at work offerings are no longer tokenistic and global spend in the sector is projected to reach €85bn by 2026

By Danielle BarronWed Oct 09 2024 - 05:00

SME grant ‘a key building block of Ireland’s solar strategy’ but do the figures stack up?

SME grant ‘a key building block of Ireland’s solar strategy’ but do the figures stack up?

Phase two of SRESS is designed to provide support for community and SME renewable electricity projects

By Danielle BarronWed Oct 09 2024 - 05:00

‘It’s not pens, it’s people’s wellbeing so it’s important to get right’

‘It’s not pens, it’s people’s wellbeing so it’s important to get right’

Despite recognising their responsibility, four in five employers are not investing in workplace mental health supports

By Sandra O'ConnellWed Oct 09 2024 - 05:00

Autumn workwear: Tailored suiting is back – roomy for her, slim for him

Autumn workwear: Tailored suiting is back – roomy for her, slim for him

Blouses are ruffling feathers in the office this season too, though the key trend piece is the wide-shouldered jacket

By Kathleen O'CallaghanWed Oct 09 2024 - 05:00

Everything at AbbVie is ultimately to help patients. Professional development is a bonus

Everything at AbbVie is ultimately to help patients. Professional development is a bonus

Culture of support, mentoring and leadership development is strong at pharma company whose shared goal is delivering better medicine

Wed Oct 09 2024 - 05:00

National Enterprise Hub a one-stop-shop for business support

National Enterprise Hub a one-stop-shop for business support

New resource is designed to make it easier for entrepreneurs to access grants, funding, loans and expert advice

Wed Oct 09 2024 - 05:00

Designing tailored IoT solutions to meet evolving business needs

Designing tailored IoT solutions to meet evolving business needs

Three Ireland has moved beyond IoT connectivity to helping customers to change their business models to take advantage of the opportunities the technology presents

Wed Oct 09 2024 - 05:00

Health tech: Smart mirror on the wall, who’s the fittest of them all?

Health tech: Smart mirror on the wall, who’s the fittest of them all?

Gadgets that promise to make you healthier if not wealthier this autumn

By Kevin CourtneyWed Oct 09 2024 - 04:15

EirGrid leading the way as a sincere and committed biodiversity actor

EirGrid leading the way as a sincere and committed biodiversity actor

EirGrid embeds biodiversity into how it works, reducing impacts on nature and restoring it where possible

Wed Jul 10 2024 - 05:00

Out to lunch: Cones to go and scones with clotted cream

Out to lunch: Cones to go and scones with clotted cream

Ingenious tips for daytime dining – which doesn’t even have to mean lunch

Wed Jul 10 2024 - 05:00

The great green debate: Will pushback win out over sustainability?

The great green debate: Will pushback win out over sustainability?

Does an increasingly vocal political and business backlash risk derailing the drive towards a greener future?

By Sandra O'ConnellWed Jul 10 2024 - 05:00

Sustainable loans offer a green path to growth for small businesses

Sustainable loans offer a green path to growth for small businesses

The Growth and Sustainability Loan Scheme makes it easier for SMEs to get low-cost, flexible finance

By Danielle BarronWed Jul 10 2024 - 05:00

Paving the way for a greener future in the agri sector

Paving the way for a greener future in the agri sector

Farmers are open to adopting environmentally and economically sustainable practices, especially when given the right supports

By Frank DillonWed Jul 10 2024 - 05:00

EV costs are coming down while ranges are going up

EV costs are coming down while ranges are going up

You don’t need to wait for the ‘magic bullet’ of a cheap electric car — they’re already here. Neil Briscoe reports

By Neil BriscoeWed Jul 10 2024 - 05:00

Destination Barcelona: What to do when you’ve sealed the deal

Destination Barcelona: What to do when you’ve sealed the deal

Consistently ranked among the conference capitals of the world, Barcelona has plenty to offer outside of business settings

By Mimi MurrayWed Jul 10 2024 - 05:00

Summer styles: Look cool at work, whether on screen or in person

Summer styles: Look cool at work, whether on screen or in person

Online and in the office, summer is for showcasing light and colourful fashion with confidence, writes Kathleen O’Callaghan

Wed Jul 10 2024 - 05:00

Team-building trips your employees will never forget

Team-building trips your employees will never forget

Overseas trips, including to sporting events, are increasingly popular for corporate entertainment and team building

By Mimi MurrayWed Jul 10 2024 - 05:00

A UCD Smurfit School programme at a time and place suitable for you

A UCD Smurfit School programme at a time and place suitable for you

UCD Smurfit Graduate School of Business now also offers its MSc in Management as an online programme

Wed Jul 10 2024 - 05:00

Gender pension gap a significant challenge for women in Ireland

Gender pension gap a significant challenge for women in Ireland

AIB figures show female participation in the labour market has surged, yet the gender pension gap persists

Wed Jul 10 2024 - 05:00

It’s crucial to maintain Ireland’s advanced manufacturing advantage

It’s crucial to maintain Ireland’s advanced manufacturing advantage

We must be ambitious and nimble to stay competitive, says the head of a research centre that’s at the cutting edge of digital analysis in materials processing

Wed Jul 10 2024 - 00:00

Chamber’s challenge to help build a vibrant, competitive Dublin

Chamber’s challenge to help build a vibrant, competitive Dublin

Dublin Chamber president Siobhan O’Shea speaks about her career and her ambitions for the year ahead

By Barry McCallThu Apr 18 2024 - 12:09

Why AI holds the key to accelerating the drug discovery process

Why AI holds the key to accelerating the drug discovery process

As biopharma’s big hitters focus on AI for drug development, Ireland is well placed to be a world leader

By Danielle BarronThu Apr 18 2024 - 12:07

Does generative AI threaten or turbocharge SMEs?

Does generative AI threaten or turbocharge SMEs?

Small business owners are increasingly reaping the benefits of GenAI but there are concerns too

By Sandra O'ConnellWed Apr 17 2024 - 05:00

Can AI be trusted? Yes, but bear in mind that it doesn’t think like us

Can AI be trusted? Yes, but bear in mind that it doesn’t think like us

The costs of generative artificial intelligence won’t outweigh its benefits when we take its limitations into account

By Frank DillonWed Apr 17 2024 - 05:00

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