Maurice Garvey

Ireland

Reporter at The Echo Newspaper

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Tech distributor opens new HQ as part of expansion

1 week ago | echo.ie | Maurice Garvey

SPECIALIST tech distributor Climb Channel Solutions Ireland has opened a new HQ in South County Business Park. The firm, which was previously known as DataSolutions, still operates its Nangor Road Business Park premises, as it continues to grow. The new HQ is part of a wider plan by the group to expand into Europe with plans to build a presence in the Asia-Pacific market in the future. The move follows on from a strong first quarter for Climb Global Solutions.
Commercial rates collection exceed a record €145 million

1 week ago | echo.ie | Maurice Garvey

COMMERCIAL rates collection exceeded a record €145 million according to South Dublin County Council’s 2024 Annual Report. Published as part of the chief executive’s report for May, the local authorities 2024 Annual Report “reflects a year of achievement, innovation, and community engagement, marking 30 years of service” since the establishment of SDCC in 1994.
24 operational data centres in the county

1 week ago | echo.ie | Maurice Garvey

THERE are currently 24 operational data centres in the county, according to South Dublin County Council. Concerns have been raised by numerous local representatives regarding data centres and their growing energy consumption and environmental impact. Data centres currently consume one fifth of Ireland’s electricity and are projected to use one-third in the next few years.
Cash injection of €18.9 million from Weston Airport owners

1 week ago | echo.ie | Maurice Garvey

THE operating company of Weston Airport continues to invest in the site following a recent cash injection of nearly €19m. In 2024, Weston Aviation Academy Ltd secured planning permission from South Dublin County Council for upgrades including a search and rescue hangar, airside infrastructure and all associated site development works.
Regulatory compliance one of top challenges facing businesses

1 week ago | echo.ie | Maurice Garvey

OVER 70 per cent of senior managers in financial services see regulatory compliance as one of the top challenges facing their business this year. The survey from IT services provider Auxilion, based in Citywest, and partner HPE, also found that a quarter are not confident their organisation would comply with CSRD requirements, while a similar proportion don’t believe current regulations around AI in the financial industry are sufficient.
Window company still being investigated by liquidators

2 weeks ago | echo.ie | Maurice Garvey

A DUBLIN 12 company which ceased trading last year is still being investigated by liquidators on whether the firm engaged in fraudulent trading up to its collapse. DK Windows and Doors ceased trading last December after the firm owed about €1.2m in customer deposits it received for 225 unfulfilled orders. In a statement issued at the time, Darragh Kane, the man behind the company, committed to working with the liquidators to fulfil “as many outstanding orders as possible”.
Appeal against Silver Granite pub plans are rejected by ABP

2 weeks ago | echo.ie | Maurice Garvey

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Entertainment service venture for children plans for expansion

2 weeks ago | echo.ie | Maurice Garvey

FACE painting at events led one young entrepreneur to start her own venture, which has added on aspects of fun activities including balloons and juggling, to cater for a wider offering of services. Elizabeth Ruane (25), a Mullingar native, is behind Happy Faces Entertainment Ireland, a Saggart-based venture which provides an entertainment service for kids at events around Ireland. Elizabeth first dabbled in the work while in college working with an agency.
Extra State funding sees room for new Family Resource Centre

2 weeks ago | echo.ie | Maurice Garvey

POTENTIAL exists for a new Family Resource Centre (FRC) to be introduced in the county following the announcement of additional funding by government. Currently there are 121 FRCs in the country including Killinarden, Kilnamanagh, Quarryvale, Cherry Orchard, and two in Ballyfermot (St Matthew’s and Lynch’s Lane). Funding was secured as part of Budget 2025 to allow membership of the FRC Programme to increase from 121 to 126 nationally, in line with the Programme for Government commitment.
Bring on the sunshine!

2 weeks ago | echo.ie | Maurice Garvey

TAKEDA Ireland are seeking planning permission for solar carports at their Grange Castle Business Park facility. The Japanese pharmaceutical company are seeking the installation of solar carports and a ground-mounted solar PV array at the company car park on Nangor Road. Solar carports are highly versatile and can be installed in various locations such as office carparks, shopping centres, or at home.