16 May 2026 By Elaine Murphy elaine@TheCork.ie International Cruise Guests Enjoy Cultural Showcase at Historic Youghal Church Guests travelling aboard the luxury expedition cruise ship Le Lyrial of Ponant were treated to a special private performance at St Mary’s Collegiate Church during the vessel’s recent visit to County Cork. The concert, held on Monday, 11... Read More
14 May 2026 By Elaine Murphy elaine@TheCork.ie Over 800 pharmaceutical and life sciences professionals attend the “INSPIRE 2026″ conference at Páirc Uí Chaoimh today to address a growing demand for skilled talentin the sector, and explore the future of pharmaceutical manufacturing, digital transformation, and workforce development. The conference programme focused on the future of pharmaceutical manufacturing, digital transformation and... Read More
14 May 2026 By Elaine Murphy elaine@TheCork.ie Local Business News Fitzgerald & Partners Chartered Accountants , led by Cormac Fitzgerald FCPA, FCA, is continuing to build its reputation as a trusted advisor to Ireland’s SME sector, drawing on over 26 years’ experience supporting, advising, and guiding business owners. Specialising in strategic business advice, the firm... Read More
13 May 2026 By Valerie Ryan valerie@TheCork.ie With Glanmire continuing to expand and new housing developments planned, the relocation represents a significant investment by AIB in the local area, ensuring the branch remains accessible, visible and central to the community it serves including Glanmire, Little Island and the East Cork area. AIB Glanmire has moved... Read More
13 May 2026 By Valerie Ryan valerie@TheCork.ie The Cork-based Ambassador of Cruise Europe has warned that Cork’s quays will be “permanently blocked” by a fixed LUAS bridge across the River Lee. Captain Michael McCarthy – who previously served as Commercial Manager of the Port of Cork – says alternative options exist for the new light... Read More
10 May 2026 By Elaine Murphy elaine@TheCork.ie Industry leaders, policymakers, and key stakeholders from across Ireland’s construction and development sectors will gather at SuperValu Páirc Uí Chaoimh on 21st May for the highly anticipated CIF Southern Construct Summit 2026. Organised by the Construction Industry Federation in partnership with Business Post Experiences, the summit will spotlight... Read More
9 May 2026 By Mary Bermingham mary@TheCork.ie Bookings are now open on the new year-round service to Boulogne-sur-Mer that will operate six sailings per week Hibernia Line is proud to announce a year-round ferry service linking Ringaskiddy in Cork with Boulogne-sur-Mer in northern France, opening a new direct route between Ireland and mainland Europe. Bookings... Read More
6 May 2026 By Tom Collins tom@TheCork.ie Office move from Elm Court, Boreenmanna Road to Penrose One, Penrose Dock Ford in Ireland is unusual in that its HQ is in the second city of Cork, not the capital of Dublin. This is for historic reasons. Henry Ford’s ancestors hailed from Ballinascarthy in County Cork, and... Read More
6 May 2026 By Elaine Murphy elaine@TheCork.ie Danish retail favourite NORMAL continues its expansion in Ireland with the opening of a brand-new store in Cork at Queen’s Old Castle on Thursday 7th of May. Following two successful openings in Dublin, the Cork launch marks the brand’s third store in Ireland and its first move beyond the... Read More
5 May 2026 By Elaine Murphy elaine@TheCork.ie The Blue Haven Collection is entering a new phase, evolving into The Kinsale Collective as part of a forward-looking vision for the business The group owns and operates a portfolio of well-known hospitality properties across Cork. The new brand, The Kinsale Collective, comprises The Blue Haven Hotel, The... Read More
4 May 2026 By Elaine Murphy elaine@TheCork.ie Business News Blue Mountain, the leader in GMP-compliant Enterprise Asset Management (EAM) software for life sciences, has recently confirmed the acquisition of Cork-based CompuCal Calibration Solutions of Ground Floor, Ascon House, Courtstown, Little Island, Co Cork, T45 R902. CompuCal is an award-winning SaaS AI company and recognised leader... Read More
3 May 2026 By Elaine Murphy elaine@TheCork.ie The annual awards will take place on Saturday 16th May at The Kingsley Hotel Cork. Network Ireland Cork branch are thrilled to unveil the judging panel for their highly anticipated Businesswoman of the Year Awards which will take place on Saturday 16 May at The Kingsley Hotel, Cork.... Read More