Cecil Hetherington becomes largest individual shareholder in Pitchbooking, the leading two-sided marketplace for sports facilities One of Northern Ireland’s most successful digital entrepreneurs, Cecil Hetherington, has significantly increased his investment in Belfast-based sports technology company Pitchbooking, becoming the company’s largest individual […]
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ILIMEX, the Northern Ireland-based provider of biosecurity and air sterilisation solutions, is pleased to announce the conclusion of a funding round which has raised additional equity finance of £600,000 (c. €700,000). This funding will be used to validate the performance
With only days to go before The Winter Charity Careers & Volunteer Job Fair takes place at the Assembly Buildings Conference Centre in Belfast on Wednesday 5th November, organisations across Northern Ireland are celebrating the power of community and volunteering
With less than a week until The Winter Charity Careers & Volunteer Job Fair takes place at the Assembly Buildings Conference Centre in Belfast on Wednesday 5th November, charities working across Northern Ireland’s health and care sectors are encouraging people
Local Charities Highlight Health And Wellbeing Careers Ahead Of Belfast Fair Read Post »
For the second PANI Awards in a row, Genesis Advertising has claimed the lion’s share of nominations at what is Northern Ireland’s most anticipated celebration of creativity and effectiveness in advertising. The 16th PANI Awards will be held on Thursday 20
Genesis Once Again Dominates PANI Awards Shortlist With 49 Nominations Read Post »
EasyJet, Northern Ireland’s largest airline, has launched its first flight on a new domestic route from Belfast City Airport to Edinburgh. The new route strengthens domestic connectivity and serves the increasing demand for travel between Northern Ireland and key cities
The Northern Ireland Hotels Federation (NIHF), in partnership with Ulster Bank, has announced the winners of this year’s Rising Stars Awards, celebrating emerging talent within Northern Ireland’s hotel and hospitality industry. The annual awards, held as part of Hospitality Exchange
Rising Stars Shine Bright At Hospitality Exchange 2025 Read Post »
Jobseekers and volunteers across Northern Ireland are being encouraged to explore meaningful careers and opportunities within the third sector at the upcoming Charity Careers & Volunteer Job Fair, taking place on Wednesday, November 5, at the Assembly Buildings Conference Centre,
Jobseekers Encouraged To Consider Third Sector Employment At Charity Job Fair Read Post »
KaizenPrint is celebrating one year since the launch of KaizenPrint.com, marking a defining milestone in the company’s continued evolution into one of the UK and Ireland’s most forward-thinking print providers. Built with speed, simplicity and scalability in mind, the redesigned
KaizenPrint Marks One Year of Digital Growth with New Online Platform Read Post »
Following the success of last year’s RE[act] Festival for a Sustainable Belfast, the event is set to return from Monday 10 to Friday 14 November 2025, bringing together business leaders, policymakers, academics, and community voices for a week of events
Women Shaping Belfast’s Sustainable Future As RE[act] Festival Returns This November Read Post »
NI Chamber has called for ‘radical action’ on skills development in Northern Ireland, citing the need to accelerate the creation of a responsive system which meets the needs of a rapidly changing business environment. Addressing more than 250 business leaders
Summit Hears Call For ‘Radical Action’ On Skills Read Post »
The Odyssey Trust is pleased to announce that Air Ambulance Northern Ireland and Little Heroes have been selected as its two 2026 charity partners, marking the next phase of the organisation’s ongoing commitment to supporting local charities that make a positive and lasting difference
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“It’s no secret the odds are stacked against women starting tech companies. We’re tired waiting so we’re taking matters into our own hands”, that’s the message from Irish entrepreneur Máirín Murray who has developed a global platform to tackle the
New Global Platform For Women Entrepreneurs To Tackle Gender Gap In Tech Read Post »
A Lisburn-based video production company has plans to expand after receiving funding from the government backed business support service Go Succeed. Speed Motion Films is accelerating its growth ambitions with investment in its in-house studio and drone equipment using money
Speed Motion Films To Accelerate Growth Plans With Go Succeed Funding Read Post »
Channel 4 has been announced as a headline sponsor for Belfast Media Festival (BMF), joining Northern Ireland Screen and BBC Northern Ireland. The sponsorship announcement coincides with the opening of registrations for the much-celebrated television and film industry event which
This October, Action Renewables, a leading provider of renewable energy expertise in Northern Ireland, will proudly “go pink” in support of Action Cancer’s Paint the Town Pink fundraising campaign during Breast Cancer Awareness Month. Throughout the month, Action Renewables will
A new Belfast-based drinks company is set to play a leading role in the rapid growth of the alcohol-free and low-alcohol market in Ireland and the UK, which reflects a broader shift in consumer habits towards moderation, wellness, and choice.
The 33rd Northern Ireland Travel & Tourism Awards took place on Friday October 10 in a dazzling ceremony at the Slieve Donard Hotel, Newcastle where Holiday Hotspot Larne picked up the award for Travel Agent of the Year for the
Olivia’s Haven opens Ann Street Store in time for Christmas Northern Ireland-based home fragrance brand, Olivia’s Haven, has announced the opening of a store in Belfast City Centre, just in time for the festive period. Located on Belfast’s bustling Ann
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Marketers across Northern Ireland are preparing for a powerful day of inspiration as the Big Marketing Meet Up (BMMU) returns to ICC Belfast on Thursday, 6 November. The one-day event promises to be the room every marketer needs to be
Northern Ireland’s Big Marketing Meet Up Returns To ICC Belfast This November Read Post »
BarCamp Belfast 2025 has announced its complete line-up of speakers ahead of the event taking place this Friday, September 26, at the Oh Yeah Centre in Belfast’s Cathedral Quarter. The unconference will once again close out Belfast Tech Week with
Full Speaker Line-Up Revealed for BarCamp Belfast 2025 Read Post »
Charities, community organisations and social enterprises across Northern Ireland are being called on to take part in the only jobs fair of its kind this November in Belfast. The Charity Careers & Volunteer Job Fair, taking place on Wednesday November
Third Sector Encouraged To Join NI’s Only Charity Careers & Volunteer Job Fair Read Post »
The Northern Ireland Creative Health Network has published its first year review and set out clear next steps to co-create a Northern Ireland Creative Health Strategy that can be embedded in policy. The plan is designed to address fragmented activity
Creative Health Network Sets Out Northern Ireland Strategy Plan In First Year Review Read Post »
BarCamp Belfast 2025 organisers have expanded the lineup for this year’s unconference taking place on September 26 at the Oh Yeah Centre in Belfast’s Cathedral Quarter. Newly confirmed speakers will take to the stage to speak on everything from performance
BarCamp Belfast 2025 Expands Line-Up with Talks on Innovation, Education and Creativity Read Post »
175 of the Northern Ireland’s social workers have been recognised at the 2025 Professional in Practice (PiP) Awards ceremony this week at the Lisburn Civic Centre. The Northern Ireland Social Care Council’s (the Social Care Council’s) PiP award ceremony celebrates
Celebrating Social Work – 175 Social Workers Receive NI Award For Learning Read Post »
Organisers of BarCamp Belfast 2025 have announced the first group of speakers set to take the stage on September 26 at the Oh Yeah Centre in Belfast’s Cathedral Quarter. The line-up includes experts on everything from soft skills and financial
BarCamp Belfast 2025 Announces First Speakers Covering Tech, Skills and Business Growth Read Post »
Last week’s Northern Ireland Manufacturing & Supply Chain Conference has prompted renewed political calls for a regional manufacturing strategy, after Economy Committee member David Honeyford MLA used his attendance at the event to highlight the need for government action. Speaking
Peter Rollins, an internationally recognised author, philosopher, and public speaker originally from Belfast and now based in the USA, has been announced as a speaker at BarCamp Belfast 2025, taking place on September 26 at the Oh Yeah Centre in
Katie Willoughby, founder of ProTech based in South Belfast, has been announced as a speaker at BarCamp Belfast 2025, taking place on September 26 at the Oh Yeah Centre in Belfast’s Cathedral Quarter. Building on Andy McMillan’s 2009 success, organisers
South Belfast Innovator Katie Willoughby to Champion Soft Skills at BarCamp Belfast 2025 Read Post »
Claire Brannigan, founder of Skinakin based in Glengormley, County Antrim, has been announced as a speaker at BarCamp Belfast 2025, taking place on September 26 at the Oh Yeah Centre in Belfast’s Cathedral Quarter. Building on Andy McMillan’s 2009 success,
Liz Maguire, founder of Litir Marketing based in Dublin, has been announced as a speaker at BarCamp Belfast 2025, taking place on September 26 at the Oh Yeah Centre in Belfast’s Cathedral Quarter. Building on Andy McMillan’s 2009 success, organisers
Kevin Cunningham, founder of Doing and Learning based in Holywood, has been announced as a speaker at BarCamp Belfast 2025, taking place on September 26 at the Oh Yeah Centre in Belfast’s Cathedral Quarter. Building on Andy McMillan’s 2009 success,
Key industry figures from across the country have been confirmed as speakers for the upcoming Northern Ireland Manufacturing and Supply Chain Conference & Exhibition, taking place at the Eikon Exhibition Centre this Thursday (Sept 11). The one-day event, in partnership
