Glassworks Waterford “Building One” Opens as Major Step in Landmark Development for the Region

The first building at the Glassworks Waterford development has been opened today by the Taoiseach Micheál Martin, marking a key milestone in the transformation of the former Waterford Crystal site on the Cork Road.

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Leading UK insurance company, Insurevo, has announced Carlow as its EU hub

InsurEvo, a leading UK insurance company has announced Carlow as the destination of its EU hub. This expansion is expected to create 22 jobs.
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South East Jobs & Skills Fair Returns to Waterford This Saturday

The Waterford Chamber of Commerce ‘South East Jobs & Skills Fair’ will return to the Granville Hotel on Saturday, February 21st, from 9am to 2pm. The event is proudly supported by title sponsor UPMC Whitfield. Read more

SETU partners with Iarnród Éireann to deliver cybersecurity training for offshore wind and maritime sectors

SETU and Iarnród Éireann, both members of the South East Offshore Wind Partnership, come together to host a cybersecurity workshop to support the port, marine, and offshore energy sectors.

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GreenTechHQ Announces Continuation of Two SME Supports Driving Sustainable Growth in the South East

GreenTechHQ, the South East’s centre of expertise for business, innovation, sustainability and AI, has announced the continuation of two major SME supports: Phase Two of the BASSE programme, funded by Enterprise Ireland, and AIB’s SME Sustainability Sponsorship Programme, delivered in partnership with the hub. Read more

SETU delivers €1 billion economic and social impact

South East Technological University’s total impact on the Irish economy has been valued at €1.05 billion, according to the University’s Economic and Social Impact report published on Wednesday, November 26th. Read more

Applications now open for New Frontiers Phase 2 at SETU Waterford Campus

Enterprise Ireland’s New Frontiers is the nationwide programme for ambitious startup founders with an innovative business idea that has the potential to scale and provide employment. Applications are now open for New Frontiers Phase 2 at SETU Waterford Campus. Read more

CluneTech Founder Terry Clune Receives Outstanding Achievement Award at National Fintech Awards 2025

CluneTech Founder and CEO Terry Clune has been honoured with the Outstanding Achievement Award at the National Fintech Awards 2025, held in the Mansion House, Dublin, last Thursday evening, 09 October. Read more

SETU researchers secure €1.1 million in Enterprise Ireland funding for housing and food sustainability solutions

South East Technological University (SETU), with the support of Enterprise Ireland, is advancing two major research commercialisation projects worth over €1.1 million, showcasing how Irish research is being translated into real world solutions with global impact.

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Closing date for Propelor BIC’s ‘the Big Pitch’ is next Tuesday 30th Sept

Applications for The Big Pitch 2025 remain open till Tuesday 30th September. The Big Pitch is the South East’s most exciting live startup competition, taking place on Tuesday, 4th November 2025 at the iconic Theatre Royal Waterford. Read more