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Public investment advances manufacturing capability and workforce pipeline in Virginia
US advanced manufacturing sector receives a €3.9m (£3.3m) public grant to expand additive manufacturing capabilities. Virginia Tech and regional partners will scale innovation infrastructure and workforce development to support industrial growth.
Intel agrees $14.2bn deal to buy back Apollo stake in Leixlip manufacturing facility
US chipmaker Intel has agreed to pay $14.2 billion (€13.1bn) to buy back Apollo Global Management's 49% stake in its Leixlip, Co. Kildare chip manufacturing facility. The deal restores full Intel ownership of Fab 34.
FastHouse acquires Kingspan timber frame business Century to double production capacity
Co. Derry timber frame manufacturer FastHouse has acquired a majority stake in Kingspan's Monaghan-based timber frame business Century. The deal doubles FastHouse's production capacity to 3,000 homes and grows its workforce to over 380 people.
Dexcom completes construction of first non-US manufacturing facility in Athenry
US CGM developer Dexcom has completed construction of its first manufacturing facility outside the US in Athenry, Co. Galway, following a $325 million (€299.7m) investment. The plant will manufacture real-time CGM devices.
Haleon Shortlisted for Manufacturer of the Year – Large Business at Manufacturing Excellence Awards 2025
Last year marked a notable achievement for Haleon, as they earned a finalist position at the Manufacturing Excellence Awards 2025, recognised for its operational excellence and continuous improvement at its Dungarvan facility. Its shortlisting reflects the strength of world-leading consumer health manufacturing now shaping Ireland's industrial landscape.
Ireland's Glass Container Sector: A Clear Case for Circular Manufacturing
Ireland's glass container market is expanding as global demand for sustainable packaging accelerates. Manufacturers aligned with circular economy principles and EU regulatory frameworks stand to capture significant long-term value.
Navantia UK secures funding to expand offshore wind manufacturing capacity at Arnish Yard
Navantia UK has secured £2.05m (€2.37m) from Highlands and Islands Enterprise towards a £5m (€5.8m) expansion of its Arnish Yard in Stornoway. The project will upgrade plant and equipment to handle larger offshore wind components more efficiently.
Rubicon Partners acquires Halesowen graphite manufacturer Erodex Graphite Systems
Private equity firm Rubicon Partners has acquired Halesowen-based carbon and graphite manufacturer Erodex Graphite Systems Limited from its family shareholders. The business reported turnover of just over £20m (€23.2m) in the year to February 2025.
Seagate Technology submits plans to expand Derry cleanroom facility with £115m investment
US data storage company Seagate Technology has submitted plans to expand its Derry cleanroom as part of a £115m (€133.5m) investment. The three-storey facility will support next-generation hard disk drive manufacturing and R&D.
Hub Packaging targets £40m turnover with acquisitions and warehouse expansion plan
Co. Down industrial packaging firm Hub Packaging has set a target to grow turnover from £18m to £40m within five years. The Rathfriland-based company plans to expand warehouse capacity, grow its workforce, and complete two acquisitions in the UK and Ireland.
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