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Cubic Telecom lands major deal with Google

Ireland-based Cubic Telecom has partnered with Google on the launch of MaxRoam for Chromebook, a connectivity solution for 3G Chromebooks.

The MaxRoam product was announced at the Uplinq 2013 Conference, a mobile developers conference which was held in San Diego from the 3-5 September.

With MaxRoam and an exclusive SIM card, users will be able to purchase data plans or passes for their Chromebooks while traveling in the US or Australia as well as 53 other countries throughout Europe and Asia. Maxroam eliminates the worry of currencies, changing SIM cards or bill shock while travelling.

The Google deal follows recent news that Cubic Telecom is to create 70 new jobs after securing US$5.2m in funding from US telecoms tech giant Qualcomm, ACT Venture Capital, TPS Investments and Enterprise Ireland.

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Minister Bruton announces 25 new jobs at Carlow company Burnside Eurocyl
Minister for Jobs, Enterprise and Innovation, Richard Bruton TD, recently announced the creation of 25 new jobs and a €3.5m expansion plan at Carlow company Burnside Eurocyl Ltd. This investment is supported by the Department of Jobs, Enterprise and Innovation through Enterprise Ireland . A number of the new jobs have been filled and the remainder will be filled over the next 18 months, bringing total employment at Burnside to 170.

Minister for Jobs, Enterprise and Innovation, Richard Bruton TD, recently announced the creation of 25 new jobs and a €3.5m expansion plan at Carlow company Burnside Eurocyl Ltd. This investment is supported by the Department of Jobs, Enterprise and Innovation through Enterprise Ireland . A number of the new jobs have been filled and the remainder will be filled over the next 18 months, bringing total employment at Burnside to 170.

Burnside Eurocyl is a member of the Burnside group and is a family owned company. It is one of Europe’s largest hydraulic cylinder manufacturers and supplies original equipment manufacturers on a Just-in-Time basis. Clients include household names like Volvo and JCB, as well as industry stalwarts Komatsu, Doosan Bobcat and the Wirtgen Group among others. The €3.5m investment will allow Burnside Eurocyl to expand its manufacturing facilities, upgrade R&D facilities, and train employees in Lean manufacturing techniques.

Speaking during a visit to Burnside Eurocyl, Minister Bruton said:
“At the centre of the Government’s plans for jobs and growth is creating a powerful engine of Irish exporting businesses. Throughout the country we have strong, family-owned manufacturing and engineering companies like Burnside, creating products and services to the highest standards for international markets. Companies like these can be the engine of Irish recovery, and through the Action Plan for Jobs we have put in place a range of measures to provide better supports for them, such as the Development Capital Scheme and the Foreign Earnings Deduction.

“I am delighted to be here for this very welcome announcement by Burnside Eurocyl that it is creating 25 jobs, I congratulate them on their achievement and wish them every success for the future”.

Tom and Anthony Byrne, Joint Managing Directors of Burnside Eurocyl Ltd added: “We are committed to growing the business in Carlow and this investment will enable us to expand our customer base over a wider geographic area and also into new market sectors. A major factor in the continuing success of Burnside Eurocyl is our committed and experienced workforce - most of whom have been with us for many years. The investment will also allow us to expand our employee training programme and further develop our Lean manufacturing systems, not only creating 25 new jobs in Carlow but also securing the jobs of our existing employees”.

“The continued support from Enterprise Ireland , together with this investment, gives us the platform to grow the business and expand our sales by 30% over the next three years”.

15 new jobs and the retention of 70 jobs as Gaines Europe Limited opens new production facility in Arklow
 
The Minister for Research & Innovation, Seán Sherlock TD, attended the opening of a new production facility in Arklow, as Gaines Europe Limited announced the creation of 15 jobs and the retention of 70 jobs.

The Minister for Research & Innovation, Seán Sherlock TD, attended the opening of a new production facility in Arklow, as Gaines Europe Limited announced the creation of 15 jobs and the retention of 70 jobs.

Parent company Rondo Food has invested €6m in this new state of the art production facility, which will bring total employment to 85 by 2015, as the company proposes to double output and exports. The investment is supported by Enterprise Ireland.

Speaking at the official opening of the new production facility, Minister Sherlock said: “I commend Rondo Food for their commitment to the development of the Gaines Europe plant in Arklow. This has resulted in the very welcome retention of 70 jobs and the creation of 15 new jobs. A key part of the Government’s plan for jobs and growth is supporting Irish companies as they seek to gain a greater share of world export markets. This strategic and focussed investment and expansion plan by Rondo Food, and the continued support from Enterprise Ireland, gives Gaines Europe a platform from which to build the business and exploit new and exciting export opportunities, while sustaining and creating jobs in Ireland”. The Minister added: “I wish all the staff at Gaines Europe, and their parent company Rondo Food, continued success for the future.”

Dirk Wellen, CEO of Gaines Europe said: "When we acquired Gaines Europe in 2011, we obtained with it a well trained, hard working factory staff and an ambitious, effective management team who have made enormous improvements to the company's outputs in a short time. The company’s growth and development in Ireland has been a huge success story within the Rondo Food network and is testament to the commitment and skill of the workforce. We are committed to keeping the business and production of Gaines Pet Treats solely in Ireland. I would like to thank and acknowledge the invaluable support that we have received from Enterprise Ireland and from the local authorities in Arklow.”

Jenny Melia, Manager, Consumer Foods with Enterprise Ireland added:“Enterprise Ireland has worked closely with Rondo Food in supporting its strategic investment and development in Gaines Europe to drive continued international growth. This is a highly ambitious and innovative company and we look forward to continuing to work with and support Gaines Europe.”

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European Enterprise Promotion Awards 2013
 
Enterprise Ireland in conjunction with The European Commission’s Directorate-General for Enterprise and Industry, recently announced the two national winners who will represent Ireland at the European Enterprise Promotion Awards 2013. The Awards aim to recognise successful promoters of enterprise and entrepreneurship in Europe, raise awareness of the value of entrepreneurship and encourage and inspire potential entrepreneurs.

Enterprise Ireland in conjunction with The European Commission’s Directorate-General for Enterprise and Industry are pleased to announce the two national winners who will represent Ireland at the European Enterprise Promotion Awards 2013. The Awards aim to recognise successful promoters of enterprise and entrepreneurship in Europe, raise awareness of the value of entrepreneurship and encourage and inspire potential entrepreneurs.

The two national award winners who will go forward to the European competition are;
The Student Enterprise Awards Programme as submitted by the City and County Enterprise Boards for the Promoting the Entrepreneurial Spirit Category.
Senior Enterprise submitted by The Mid East Regional Authority and Fitzsimons Consultancy for the Investing in Entrepreneurial skills Category.

Participation in the European Enterprise Awards is open to national, regional or local authorities, and public-private partnerships from anywhere in the EU. The Awards ceremony will be held in Vilnius, Lithuania as part of the 2013 SME Assembly on 25-26 November.

Tom Hayes, head of Micro Enterprise and Small Business Division at Enterprise Ireland, who is a judge for the overall competition on behalf of Ireland, said: ‘We are delighted to be working on this event with the European Commission. I warmly congratulate our two national award winners for projects which are shining examples of excellence in promoting SMEs and entrepreneurship in a tough economic climate in Ireland. There are a lot of innovative projects in Ireland and it’s important that we recognise the organisations which actively encourage entrepreneurial spirit’.

Since 2006, the European Enterprise Promotion Awards have rewarded excellence in promoting entrepreneurship and small business at a national, regional and local level. Over 2 000 projects have entered since the awards were launched and together they have supported the creation of well over 10 000 new companies. Its objectives are to identify and recognise successful activities and initiatives undertaken to promote enterprise and entrepreneurship, showcase and share examples of best entrepreneurship policies and practices, create a greater awareness of the role entrepreneurs play in European society and encourage and inspire potential entrepreneurs.

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Investment opportunities abound at the Enterprise Ireland ‘Big Ideas’ Technology Showcase

On Wednesday 25th September 2013 the brains behind 21 'Big Ideas' from Irish research will make their pitch to over 350 potential investors at the Enterprise Ireland Big Ideas showcase 2013 in the Aviva Stadium, Dublin 4

The inventors, the majority of whom started out as academic researchers, are being given an opportunity to outline their technology offer at what has become an annual fixture in the Irish venture capital and investment sector’s diary.

Amongst the technologies on offer are;

Smart paint that can transform any surface into a whiteboard;
A number of ICT technologies;
Innovative treatments for medical conditions like high-blood pressure, varicose veins and deep-vein thrombosis;
Clean up solutions for toxic sites using natural, low-cost technologies;
Drug discovery technology;
Non-stick, biodegradable chewing gum;

One-to-one meetings between the inventors and potential investors where sensitive commercial discussions can take place will happen after the pitches.

The inventors produced short pitches which are available on YouTube here

All the technologies were built on publicly-funded research conducted in Irish Higher Education Institutes. Enterprise Ireland 's role is to bring the commercial value of research to the attention of potential investors and business partners, to create new companies and high-value employment.

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Looking to access the brightest minds in research?
 
Would you like to find out how Enterprise Ireland can help your company access the brightest minds in research? Enterprise Ireland’s Research & Innovation unit has just launched a new guide for companies that want to tap into the resources and expertise in Irish applied research.

Enterprise Ireland’s Research & Innovation unit has just launched a new guide for companies that want to tap into the resources and expertise in Irish applied research.

This short brochure gives a quick overview of the type of expertise available and the supports we can offer to companies who want to collaborate with research teams in Higher Education Institutes or utilise some of the technologies developed using public-funding.

Clcik here to view online or to get a hard copy of this brochure email Kevina.cleary@enterprise-ireland.com 

Enterprise Ireland champions Irish suppliers to global equine industry
 
Irish equine suppliers showcase products to 70 buyers and vets from 18 countries
A delegation of 70 international buyers, vets and key industry influencers from 18 countries were in Dublin with Enterprise Ireland recently to meet Irish suppliers to the equine industry.

70 international buyers, vets, key industry influencers and decision makers from 18 countries recently visited Ireland to meet Irish suppliers to the equine industry.
Organised by Enterprise Ireland, the inward visit aims to promote further export growth for Irish suppliers in the equine industry. The delegation included visitors from Europe, North America, the Middle East, Korea, India, China and South Africa. The focus of their visit was an Equine Innovation Exhibition at Enterprise Ireland’s offices featuring veterinary products, medical devices and services, equine nutrition and feed, feeding equipment, riding equipment, clothing and stable equipment from innovative Irish companies in the equine-related sector.

This visit by 70 senior representatives of key markets demonstrates their keen interest in learning more about Irish technologies to support their expanding markets. A key objective of Enterprise Ireland is to provide Irish companies with real and practical opportunities to break into new markets and grow their export sales. This visit provides Enterprise Ireland client companies with the opportunity to meet key buyers, vets and industry influencers, and demonstrate their products and services on a one-to-one basis. The ultimate objective is to significantly boost international sales of Irish suppliers to the global equine industry and help sustain and increase jobs in Ireland.

13-year-old Waterford programmer delivers NY Apple Store keynote speech
 

One of Ireland’s youngest entrepreneurs – 13-year-old Jordan Casey – made the keynote speech at the Apple Store in Soho, New York recently as he launched two new apps.

The event was organised by the Irish International Business Network and was sponsored by Enterprise Ireland’s New York Office. The annual event aims to promote young entrepreneurship, and build contacts between US and Irish tech professionals.


One of Ireland’s youngest entrepreneurs – 13-year-old Jordan Casey – made the keynote speech at the Apple Store in Soho, New York recently as he launched two new apps.

The event, the Irish International Business Network was organised by the IIBN Future Leaders board was sponsored by Enterprise Ireland’s New York Office. The annual event aims to promote young entrepreneurship, and build contacts between US and Irish tech professionals.

Coined as “Europes Gameboy”, the now 13-year-old started programming at just nine-years-old, and today has four apps under his belt—all for sale in the App Store and iTunes. He founded his own gaming company, Casey Games, in 2012.


Speaking about how he felt when he was told his two latest apps had been accepted to the iTunes store, Jordan said that he felt “relieved”, adding:
It takes a long time to complete apps and a lot of the time these apps aren’t accepted. Having them in the iTunes store now pays off for all the hard work & now I can take a bit of a break.

The Casey Games CEO has spoken at a multitude of other events and conferences, from the Digital Agenda Assembly in Dublin Castle and TED Talks to the Cannes Lions Festival for Creativity in Communications. He has also spoken to leaders and entrepreneurs in Germany and India.

For other entrepreneurs both old and young, Casey says the key to success is persistence.
“I'd say never give up- you will run into a lot of problems and barriers but if you keep going and you keep fighting you will get it,” he says.

Consulting Ireland launch new Cluster Programme in 'Winning Business Internationally'
 
Consulting Ireland, an Enterprise Ireland supported initiative, recently launched a new cluster programme designed to help and promote Irish busineses in winning international tenders. The 12 day programme, that runs over nine months, will equip participating companies with the practical know-how to succesfully access international markets.
Consulting Ireland, an Enterprise Ireland supported initiative, recently launched a new cluster programme designed to help and promote Irish busineses in winning international tenders. The 12 day programme, that runs over nine months, will equip participating companies with the practical know-how to succesfully access international markets.

Séamus McCann from Consulting Ireland lead a team of speakers at a recent event in Enterprise Ireland, the event outlined ways in which Irish companies can compete for new business across a range of international markets. The multi-billion euro opportunities in these markets, many funded by the interantional financial institutions, were explored and clearly explained.

Recent studies have shown that Ireland ranks well below its European counterparts in terms of winning such business, countries such as Denmark are now winning 10 times the business Ireland achieves.

"We are able to identify global business opportunities across all major sectors and to mentor companies to address the market, and help close the significant gap on European partner countries. The objective of Consulting Ireland is to develop a strategy to regain the status and share of these ever increasing market opportunities and help job creation for all sectors of the Irish economy. The development of these clusters must be kept part of our industrial strategy" says Séamus McCann, Chairman of Consulting Ireland.

Enterprise Ireland's CEO designate Julie Sinnamon added "Irish companies have demonstrated again and again that they can compete with the best in international markets and win businesss for Ireland. Enterprise Ireland client companies achieved record levels of exports in 2012, breaking the €16bn point for the first time. Consulting Ireland's Cluster Programme is about helping Irish companies maintain this momentum. By engaging in collaborative activities, companies can ultimately improve their own productivity and expertise, and operate more effectively to win increasing business".
Over 130 new jobs as three Irish food companies invest almost €9 million in major development programmes
 
The Minister for Jobs, Enterprise and Innovation Richard Bruton TD recently announced that three Irish food companies will create 134 new jobs over the next three years in investment programmes totalling close to €9m supported by the Department of Jobs, Enterprise and Innovation, through Enterprise Ireland.

The Minister for Jobs, Enterprise and Innovation Richard Bruton TD recently announced that three Irish food companies will create 134 new jobs over the next three years in investment programmes totalling close to €9m supported by the Department of Jobs, Enterprise and Innovation, through Enterprise Ireland

The companies are located in Kildare, Monaghan and Westmeath and these investment programmes will enable them increase operational capacity, expand their product range, build on their existing international markets and enter new markets.

Green Farm Foods, a leading producer of premium cooked meat products based in Rathowen, Co Westmeath, will create 30 jobs over the next three years as part of a €2.8million investment.

O’Brien Fine Foods, a company based in Timahoe, Co Kildare, and specialising in premium cooked hams, sausages, rashers and puddings, will create 51 new jobs over the next three years as part of a €3million investment.

Swift Fine Foods, located in Castleblayney, Co Monaghan, produces premium quality chilled and frozen ready meals for the retail trade and foodservice markets, and is creating 53 jobs over the next three years as part of a €3million investment.

Welcoming the announcement Michael Cantwell, Manager Food Division, Enterprise Ireland, said: ‘Today’s announcement helps underpin Ireland’s standing as a leader in the international food industry. Enterprise Ireland is delighted to support this investment and looks forward to working with these companies as they embark on these ambitious expansions and grow and develop their international sales – sustaining and creating jobs in Ireland’.

Connecting local suppliers to opportunities in the construction sector
 

Over 400 people attended two information and networking sessions aimed at connecting local suppliers to opportunities in the construction sector under the Devolved Schools Programme. The events, hosted by the NDFA in partnership with Enterprise Ireland, provided a platform for local construction suppliers and enterprises to learn more about the schools building programme in their region and to meet with the five contractors who have been appointed to the Design & Build framework panel on the Devolved Schools Programme.


Over 400 people attended two information and networking sessions aimed at connecting local suppliers to opportunities in the construction sector under the Devolved Schools Programme. The events, hosted by the NDFA in partnership with Enterprise Ireland, provided a platform for local construction suppliers and enterprises to learn more about the schools building programme in their region and to meet with the five contractors who have been appointed to the Design & Build framework panel on the Devolved Schools Programme.

The two events were held in Gormanstown, Co. Meath and Charleville, Co. Cork. Attendees had the opportunity to meet representatives from local business support organisations including local enterprise boards, the Enterprise Europe Network operating under Cork Chamber and also get information on the Pathways to Work and Intreo initiatives from the Department of Social Protection.

The NDFA Devolved Schools Programme consists of 17 schools sites in Leinster, Munster and Connacht with a mix of new builds, extensions and some remedial works to existing schools both at a primary and post primary level.

The five Design & Build contractors that were appointed to the panel include Sammon Group, JJ Rhatigan & Co and Western Building Systems. Two joint ventures are also on the panel - ABM /Clancy Construction & Stewart/Tracey Brothers.

The NDFA is acting on behalf of the Department of Education and Skills (DoES) to deliver on part of its €2 billion major school building programme over the next five years. This programme is historic for the State due to its size and scale with over 100,000 permanent school places to be delivered. This Five Year Plan of investment will create an estimated 15,000 direct and 3,000 indirect jobs over the period of the programme (an annual average of 3,000 direct and 600 indirect jobs). Within the frameworks of this overall programme, the NDFA Devolved Scheme will deliver almost 10,000 new and refurbished school places across 17 school sites. This is a welcome boost not only to the construction industry but to the communities where building will take place.

Tom Hayes, Enterprise Ireland Head of Micro Enterprise & Small Business, said: ‘The schools building programme provides a tremendous opportunity for enterprises in the construction sector. The building projects will be a boost to the local economy. Enterprise Ireland’s public procurement team is working with both the public sector and Irish SMEs on key procurement opportunities particularly within the national investment programme. The aim is to increase the number of Irish SMEs who win projects with the Irish Public Sector, leading to employment and providing reference sites for companies focussing on export markets’.

Could your company benefit from taking part in the G4IG programme?

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Enterprise Ireland ’s Graduates 4 International Growth (G4IG) programme matches ambitious, internationally trading companies with motivated high calibre graduates to research new opportunities in international markets.

The Programme:
- Assists companies to address market opportunities
- Provides an opportunity to expand new markets or introduce new products into existing markets with the assistance of a competent and supported graduate
- Offers the graduate a structured/accredited graduate development programme, linked to the successful implementation of the company’s project
- The programme is financially supported by Enterprise Ireland . You can receive a grant of 50% towards the salary of the graduate for 18 months. The company will also receive an automated matching/selection service linking graduates to company roles; HR support to assist best matching/selection of graduate to company role/specifications. This will reduce normal attraction/recruitment costs for your company.

Information on past participants and company experiences are available at: www.g4ig.ie 


For further information talk to your Development Adviser or email: g4igqueries@enterprise-ireland.com
More information including on-line application forms are available at: www.enterprise-ireland.com/g4ig

The closing date is Wednesday September 25th, so don’t delay.


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New Enterprise Ireland offices in Austin and Istanbul
Minister for Jobs, Enterprise and Innovation, Richard Bruton TD recently announced the opening of two new Enterprise Ireland offices – in Istanbul, Turkey and Austin, Texas, USA. The announcement was made as the Minister opened International Markets Week, Enterprise Ireland’s single largest client event and a significant part of Enterprise Ireland’s strategy to drive Irish exports to support business growth and jobs in Ireland.

Minister for Jobs, Enterprise and Innovation, Richard Bruton TD recently announced the opening of two new Enterprise Ireland offices – in Istanbul, Turkey and Austin, Texas, USA. The announcement was made as the Minister opened International Markets Week, Enterprise Ireland’s single largest client event and a significant part of Enterprise Ireland’s strategy to drive Irish exports to support business growth and jobs in Ireland.

These new office openings in Turkey and Texas, USA – delivered with the support of the Department of Jobs, Enterprise and Innovation – follow extensive research, the completion of successful trade missions and increased client demand, confirming the benefit of these new offices to support Irish companies target export opportunities in both markets.

Speaking at International Markets Week, Minister Bruton said:

“At the very heart of the Government’s plans for jobs and growth is our determination to build a powerful engine of Irish exporting businesses, and in the past two years we have implemented a range of changes including doubling the number of Enterprise Ireland trade missions and recruiting new staff in target high-growth markets.

“Texas and Turkey are two markets which hold enormous potential for Irish companies. When I travelled to Texas earlier this year for a trade mission with 40 dynamic Irish companies I was blown away by the opportunities that exist and the success that some Irish companies have achieved there. Today’s announcement will mean that Irish companies in these two markets have top-class access to Enterprise Ireland’s suite of supports, networks and contacts, and will provide a real boost for exports and ultimately jobs in Ireland”.

Enterprise Ireland’s Head of International Sales and Partnering Kevin Sherry said: “Companies taking part in International Markets Week achieved record export sales in 2012 and believe they will secure export growth in 2013 – sustaining and creating jobs in Ireland. The opening of these two new Enterprise Ireland offices is timely and demonstrates our commitment to increasing the reach and scale of Irish exports, and to supporting our client companies as they seek to win more export sales”.


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