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Ireland launches 'Silicon Island' strategy to lead global semiconductor growth

Author: Science Business

Ireland has launched its ambitious Silicon Island strategy to establish itself as a global semiconductor powerhouse.

LIfT BioSciences secures €12m Irish grant to advance first-in-human trial of breakthrough cancer therapy

Author: Finanz Nachrichten

UK-Irish biotech LIfT BioSciences has secured a record €12 million grant from Ireland’s Disruptive Technologies Innovation Fund to launch its first-in-human clinical trial of Immuno-Modulatory Alpha Neutrophils (IMANs)—a novel cell therapy targeting treatment-resistant solid tumours.

Northern Ireland manufacturers lead UK with decade-long growth surge

Author: News Letter

Defying a UK-wide manufacturing downturn, Northern Ireland manufacturers have posted a 32% rise in turnover and a 16% employment boost over the last decade, according to a new report by Austin Consultants.

Global packaging leader visits Biopax to spotlight innovation in West Belfast

Author: Belfast Media

Biopax Ltd, a West Belfast-based packaging manufacturer, hosted Madam Li Li, Chairman and CEO of Masterwork Group—the world’s second-largest post-press packaging tech firm—for an exclusive site visit.

Forward momentum

Author: April Lara

Behind every acquisition, partnership, or innovation is a clear signal: growth is being pursued with intent.

3D printing transforms UK dentistry as SYS Systems sees 350% sales jump

Author: Voxel Matters

SYS Systems is redefining dental production in the UK, reporting a staggering 350% surge in sales driven by the adoption of Stratasys’ J5 DentaJet 3D printers.

Oscrete acquires PUDLO to cement expansion into waterproofing market

Author: The Business Desk

Specialist concrete admixtures firm Oscrete has acquired UK-based waterproofing expert PUDLO, marking a major step in its long-term strategy to diversify and scale.

Arm opens Galway hub to back Ireland’s semiconductor ambitions

Author: Silicon Republic

Chip design giant Arm has launched a new state-of-the-art facility in Galway, reinforcing Ireland’s growing role in the global semiconductor industry.

Carr’s Group teams up with French firm to boost livestock supplement innovation

Author: News & Star

Carlisle-based Carr’s Group has announced a strategic partnership with French specialist Vétalis to co-develop a new generation of Tracesure boluses, set to launch in autumn 2025.

Tierco expands again with acquisition of Sperrin Metal

Author: The Irish News

Tierco Group, the Co Derry-based manufacturing firm behind Seating Matters, has acquired Draperstown’s Sperrin Metal Products in a deal that brings over 100 staff into its growing operation.

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