29 May 2026 By Tom Collins tom@TheCork.ie Cork Business News Empyrean Solutions, a market leader in Financial Risk and Performance Management Solutions for the banking industry, has this month announced a significant new R&D project in Ireland. This advanced analytics initiative aims to a build next-generation financial analytics and risk management capabilities. The project will... Read More
29 May 2026 By Roger Kennedy roger@TheCork.ie Ireland’s gym culture has undergone a remarkable transformation over the past five years. What was once a niche pursuit for dedicated athletes has evolved into a mainstream lifestyle movement that’s changing how Irish men approach personal care. According to Sport for Business, 25% of Irish adults are now... Read More
28 May 2026 By Tom Collins tom@TheCork.ie Glanworth company About Ireland Taxi Tours has been named Business All-Star Travel & Tourism Team of the Year 2026 by the All-Ireland Business Foundation, recognising its excellence in bespoke tourism services across Ireland. About Ireland Taxi Tours delivers private day tours, multi-day journeys, cruise ship excursions and intercity... Read More
28 May 2026 By Roger Kennedy roger@TheCork.ie Entertainment / Soccer A World Cup squad can look perfect in May and fragile by July. One injury, one bad tactical choice or one exhausted midfielder can change the whole picture. Still, before every major tournament, the same question appears: who has the strongest group on paper? Ahead... Read More
28 May 2026 By Roger Kennedy roger@TheCork.ie Office coffee can feel like a small expense. A few pods here, a few boxes there. One machine in the kitchen. Another in the meeting room. It all seems harmless enough. Then the monthly spend creeps up. For many Cork businesses, capsule machines were brought in because they... Read More
27 May 2026 By Bryan McCarthy bryan@TheCork.ie Mahon clinic marks the company’s third ophthalmology unit in Ireland Veonet Ireland has officially opened a new ophthalmology clinic in Mahon, Cork, marking a significant expansion of ophthalmology capacity in the region. This new facility marks its third clinic in Ireland and forms part of Veonet Ireland’s wider... Read More
26 May 2026 By Bryan McCarthy bryan@TheCork.ie “At Uisce Éireann, we’re committed to providing a reliable water supply for everyone in the community. To help make that happen, we’re getting works underway to replace old and damaged water mains in Ballymacoda, Co. Cork. ” so begins a statement from the water authority. It continues: “Along... Read More
26 May 2026 By Roger Kennedy roger@TheCork.ie Sharlene Mawdsley: The Athlete Driving Ireland’s Relay Revolution Sharlene Mawdsley has become one of the defining figures in the rise of Irish sprinting, combining consistency, composure, and championship performances on some of athletics’ biggest stages. Born in Newport, County Tipperary, Mawdsley has steadily developed into one of Ireland’s... Read More
26 May 2026 By Roger Kennedy roger@TheCork.ie A used car in good nick can sit on a forecourt next to one with a clocked mileage and an unsettled finance agreement, and from the driver’s seat they look identical. The paperwork looks fine, the bodywork looks straight, and the parts that cost money tend to stay... Read More
25 May 2026 By Roger Kennedy roger@TheCork.ie Long road trips can be quite stressful for both drivers and their vehicles, so preparing them becomes a priority for ensuring safety and comfort. Prior to travelling, it is necessary to examine the key elements that influence the car’s handling, braking, and stability when driving on different types of roads. Car tyres are one of the crucial factors... Read More
25 May 2026 By Bryan McCarthy bryan@TheCork.ie Elevate Credit Union and Synergy Credit Union have merged. This strategic merger was described as a collaborative and forward-looking initiative intended to strengthen both credit unions and enhance the range of services available to members. The collaborative initiative was passed at a recent Special General Meeting and approved... Read More
25 May 2026 By Tom Collins tom@TheCork.ie Fota Island Resort is hosting a Recruitment Day today in its ‘Smith Suite’. The resort is looking for talent across kitchen teams at all levels, food & beverage, reservations, spa, and accommodation at all levels. Sessions will be held from 11:00 AM to 1:00 PM and again from... Read More