Emirates reports net profit for 24th year in a row
It's been described as "an achievement that belies the industry norm"
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EXPORTING
Guarding against credit risk
15.05.2012 While China offers immense exporting opportunities, Irish businesses are...
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MARKETING
'Hello Tomorrow’ Emirates tram wrap in Dublin
11.05.2012 Emirates launched its tram wrap and interior tram advertising on the Luas red...
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SMALL BUSINESS
Irish company pioneers hand-hygiene system
11.05.2012 An Irish start-up company has been named as one of only 15 companies in the...
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EXPORTING
Bitbuzz wins contract to supply 109 hotels in the UK
11.05.2012 Irish Wi-Fi provider Bitbuzz has won a contract with Wyndham Hotels, which...
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EXPORTING
Managing international trade risk
14.05.2012 With hopes of our economic recovery largely dependent on international trade,...
Latest News
- 18 May
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Paddy Power launches website in Italy
Well-known bookmaker Paddy Power has launched its website in Italy, Europe's biggest gambling market, ahead of Euro 2012 soccer championships.
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Drop in freight volumes for Irish Ferries in first four months
In the roll-on-roll off freight market, Irish Ferries carried 67,200 units in the first four months of the year, a reduction of 3.7pc compared with the same period in 2011, its interim report states today.
- 17 May
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Paddy Power reports strong results internationally
Reporting record turnover of €4.6bn and operating profit of €120m for 2011, Paddy Power said today that its international expansion is progressing in Canada, Italy and Bulgaria.
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€500k investment in Copperfasten to drive export growth plan
Following an investment of €500,000 from Oyster Technology and Enterprise Ireland, internet security solutions producer Copperfasten is creating 37 jobs in Galway.
- 15 May
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Aer Lingus Cargo to sponsor multinational exporter award
The Irish Exporters Association (IEA) has linked up with Aer Lingus Cargo in the search for the Multinational Exporter of the Year 2012, one of the categories in the National Export Industry Awards.
- 14 May
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Tourism Ireland hoping to encourage visitors at Bangkok tourism conference
A major travel trade event to grow tourism business from the Asia Pacific, Middle East and Africa (APMEA) region gets under way this week in Bangkok, Thailand. Tourism Ireland and a delegation of Irish tourism operators are travelling to Bangkok today, to take part in Destination Britain & Ireland (DEBI) 2012.
- 11 May
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Leading Irish cricketer to promote Ireland's education offering to Indian students
Education in Ireland has announced the appointment of leading Irish cricketer Kevin O'Brien to help promote Ireland as a destination for world-class education to young Indian students.
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Bitbuzz wins contract to supply 109 hotels in the UK
Irish Wi-Fi provider Bitbuzz has won a contract with Wyndham Hotels, which will mean it will supply 109 properties in the UK with Wi-Fi.
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Euro slide good for exports, but hedging needed -- IEA
The recent sharp fall in the euro will give a strong boost to Irish exports but exporters will be anxious to lock in the gain by forward hedging contracts with their banks, the Irish Exporters Association said today.
- 10 May
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Emirates reports net profit for 24th year in a row
His Highness (HH) Sheikh Ahmed bin Saeed Al Maktoum, chairman and chief executive, Emirates Airline and Group, has said that its 24th consecutive year of profit was "an achievement that belies the industry norm".
- 09 May
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Waterford in the Twitter zone following chef trip
A trip by two famous chefs from Britain and Ireland to Waterford has resulted in significant coverage of the area on Twitter.
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German exports reach record high in March
German exports reached record levels in March, according to the latest official data from national statistics office Destatis.
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Nirvana achieves export success through e-commerce
Carlow-based e-commerce company Nirvana Wholesale is doing well from an export perspective with 85pc of its customers being independent retailers in the UK.
- 08 May
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Emirates introduces larger aircraft to Dublin route ahead of schedule
Since launching in January, Dublin has become one of Emirates' most successful passenger services, according to the Dubai-based airline, which said that as a result of "surging demand" it has introduced a larger aircraft on the route two months earlier than planned.
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Atradius releases ten-point guide to trading in China
Chinese import tariffs can be as much as 270pc for certain products, usually levied on the importer, according to a new guide released by credit insurance specialist Atradius.
- 04 May
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Physical transit times no longer an obstacle for exporters -- DHL
Seeking to export outside the eurozone can be quite daunting for smaller Irish companies in particular, but one area that is no longer an issue is physical transit times, according to Bernard McCarthy, managing director of DHL Express Ireland.
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100 Altobridge systems deployed in Malaysia and Indonesia
Mike Fitzgerald, chief executive of wireless network solutions provider Altobridge, moved with his family to Singapore in 2005 to build business in Asia.
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Tipperary Crystal extends retail footprint in China
Tipperary Crystal found a strategic partner in China 18 months ago which has led to five new co-branded stores opening there since December of last year.
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Slendertone has sold 1.2 million units in Japan
Irish-owned Slendertone has sold more than 1.2 million units of its products in Japan since it entered that market in 2004 and is now planning to replicate this success in China.
- 03 May
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Irish hotel group to open Holiday Inn in Poland
Irish hotel management company PREM Group is entering the Polish market with the opening this month of a Holiday Inn in Lodz.
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IDB's revenues up 5.2pc to €2bn in 2011
The Irish Dairy Board, which includes Kerrygold among its brands, has reported a 5.2pc increase in revenue to €2bn and a 29.1pc jump in pre-tax profits to 20.9m for 2011.
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Bitbuzz to supply two new London hotels with Wi-Fi
Irish Wi-Fi provider Bitbuzz has won a contract with Tune Hotels to supply Wi-Fi internet access to its two new hotels in Paddington and Kings Cross, London.
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UCD students develop Asian strategies for Irish exporters
The winners have been announced of a new award that challenges University College Dublin (UCD) students to develop competitive strategies for entering Asian markets.
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The US strong for Carbery Group and Dubliner cheese
Carbery Group's flagship cheese brand Dubliner continues to grow in export markets, particularly in the US, according to its 2011 results statement, out today.
- 02 May
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Dublin craft companies sign multiple deals in US
Eight small craft companies from Fingal in Dublin have secured export orders of over $66,500 with $329,500 in combined export orders projected for the year ahead.
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Netwatch invests in R&D for long-term international growth
Carlow-based company Netwatch has developed innovative surveillance technology which it plans to integrate into its remote solution and sell to clients in Ireland, the UK, Northern Ireland, Africa, the Middle East and the US in three months.
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Americas and Asia-Pacific growing for Kerry Group
Developing markets continued to provide good growth opportunities for Kerry Group in the first quarter of 2012, according to an interim management statement out today.
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Sentenial creating 35 jobs due to European demand for SEPA payment solutions
Software company Sentenial has announced the creation of 35 new jobs at its Maynooth based headquarters.
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Irishman is new chair of Cruise Europe
Industry association Cruise Europe has elected Captain Michael McCarthy of the Port of Cork as its new chairman.
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30 Irish companies travelling to CTIA Wireless in New Orleans
Over 30 Irish telecoms and wireless companies are travelling to New Orleans with Enterprise Ireland this week to take part in the International CTIA Wireless conference.
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First quarter exports hampered by eurozone troubles
Total exports of goods and services grew by 3.6pc in the first quarter, well below the level needed to deliver the expected jobs growth from the sector this year, according to the Irish Exporters Association (IEA).
- 01 May
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New report values drinks exports at €1bn
The impact of beverage exports on the Irish economy far outweighs other products manufactured here for international markets, due to the high level of locally sourced inputs, according to a new report out today.
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Planning permission granted for giant Chinese trade hub in Athlone
An Bord Pleanala has granted permission for the construction of a massively ambitious 'Euro Chinese Trading Hub' in Athlone, which will cover 102,348 sq m, or 337 acres.
- 30 April
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Cargo Airline of the Year goes to Emirates SkyCargo
Emirates SkyCargo has been voted Cargo Airline of the Year and Best Middle East Cargo Airline at the Cargo Airline of the Year 2012 awards in London.
- 27 April
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Canadian firm recruiting for 200 positions at Jobs Expo 2012
Canadian engineering firm JV Driver have confirmed that it will be actively recruiting for 200 positions at Jobs Expo 2012, an employment and recruitment fair being held in Dublin's RDS on Saturday, 12 Sunday, 13 May.
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Vacancies for 167 Irish tradespeople in Canada
Irish visa specialists Visafirst.com are calling on Irish tradespeople to submit applications immediately to secure 1 of the 167 positions on offer from a Canadian construction company. The company says they have been contacted by Canadian employers who urgently require a variety of tradespeople.
- 26 April
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New destinations and flights with Europe Airpost
Europe Airpost has opened new destinations and new departure bases for the 2012 summer season to and from Ireland.
- 25 April
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DHL is logistics partner to Irish paralympic team
Logistics company DHL has become the official logistics partner to the 2012 Irish paralympic team, which will involve moving athletic equipment from Dublin to Portugal and then on to the games in London.
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Smart Storage to launch in the UK next month
Having installed 500 units in Ireland since it set up in August 2010, Smart Storage has set its sights on the UK market, where it is to launch next month.
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Export turnover on the up for Bibby Financial Services Ireland
Bibby Financial Services (BFS) Ireland has reported a trading profit increase of 11.4pc for 2011 and a 28.14pc jump in export turnover as more Irish SMEs opt for its export invoice offering.
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Libya set to lift ban on Irish beef importation
Libya is set to lift its 16-year ban on importing beef from Ireland and other EU countries, according to Minister for Agriculture, Food and the Marine, Simon Coveney TD.
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Upgrade of gateways must continue to support trade - Quin
Investment must continue into maintaining and upgrading our key commercial international gateways - Dublin Airport and Dublin Port - according to Dublin Chamber.
- 24 April
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Irish food companies' focus shifts overseas
The UK, the rest of Europe and China are the top three geographic areas for food and beverage companies exporting out of Ireland, according to a survey released by Deloitte.
- 23 April
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First deals website for Malta gets Dragon support
Further to setting up an Irish website, DealsIreland.ie, PR consultant Sharon Plunkett and business partner Lawrance Lynch are keen to introduce the concept into Malta and focus on the over 50s market.
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Gain Horse Feeds first Alltech official partner for equestrian games in 2014
Glanbia brand Gain Horse Feeds has become the first Alltech official partner of the Alltech FEI World Equestrian Games 2014 in Normandy, France.
- 20 April
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UCD signs MOU with Chinese dairy producer
University College Dublin (UCD) has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) with Chinese dairy producer Dairy United, which will result in multi-million euro contracts.
- 19 April
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Mott MacDonald secures major Norwegian rail contract
Irish engineering company Mott MacDonald has secured a multimillion euro contract to design part of the Bergen Light Rail Transport System in Norway.
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Ireland one of most attractive business locations in world - EU Commissioner for Enterprise
European Commissioner for Industry and Entrepreneurship Antonio Tajani has said that Ireland is generally perceived as one of the most attractive business locations in the world.
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Qantas to start freight service from Sydney to Chongqing
Qantas Freight Enterprises aims to grow its Asian footprint with the introduction of its scheduled freighter service from Sydney to the Chinese manufacturing hub of Chongqing from 20 April.
- 18 April
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Gilmore speaks of aim to develop Ireland's involvement in Islamic finance
Tánaiste Eamon Gilmore addressed a seminar this morning on the Government's aim to make Ireland a European hub for Islamic finance.
Benefits of joining the Irish Exporters Association
18.04.2012 The Irish Exporters Association can help your company in four for membership starting at €370 + VAT.
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InterTradeIreland launches 2012 phase of Elevate
16.04.2012 This is a programme designed to help first-time exporters to trade across borders.
A chance to win a business trip to Asia
16.04.2012 Irish companies keen to expand into Asia have the opportunity to win flights and expenses for a business trip to the region, with a competition run by The Asia Trade Forum (ATF).
