UCC’s Ignite programme has given crucial early support to start-ups as diverse as PitSeal, Reach The Top and Trustap

Cork Airport is implementing a multimillion euro capital investment project to prepare for an ‘aggressive reopening’ later this year

The pandemic may have closed the doors of galleries and theatres, but centres such as Cork’s Crawford Art Gallery have used the time to reach new audiences with more advanced online offerings

Covid-19 has had negative consequences in so many areas, and none so hard hit as nursing homes and elderly care. With many staff and family members unsure of how best to help patients during this time, St Nicholas Montessori College is offering a real and groundbreaking approach to elder care

The six-month-long course applies Montessori educational principles to an older demographic living with dementia, writes Chrissie Russell

Specialised Sterile Environments’ expertise has helped a vital area to keep operating in a time of historic crisis

An agile pivot to meet the new requirements of remote working means the facilities management industry is continuing to thrive, an evolution explored in the upcoming Workplace and Facilities Expo’s virtual festival

Facilities management, sustainability and environmental responsibility are all essential in running a successful work space, according to award-winning property consultants Cogent Associates

Cleaning company’s 60 years of experience and the Trojan efforts of its dedicated staff have left it well placed to deal with the challenges of pandemic

The multidisciplinary engineering and environmental firm provides consultancy service to clients who want to adhere to best environmental and engineering practice

GDS offers a range of drilling services primarily for water well and the geothermal market, grouting for electrical cable ducting, borehole inspections, remedial works and decommissioning

The Naas-based company is a respected leader in geotechnical systems and trusted partner in industry and third-level institutions

The Cork city centre hotel is working through the crisis by putting the focus on its creative side – right down to having an artist-in-residence

Cork and Kerry have come together to open the Munster Technological University, which will provide a comprehensive range of educational opportunities for students across the south-west region

Leading business figures such as Michael O'Connor of CorkBIC agree that the current crisis has also thrown up a wealth of opportunities

The event celebrates the top firms in Ireland offering exceptional value and service to customers. This year’s ceremony also coincided with comparison site Bonkers.ie’s tenth year in business

For Ei Electronics employees David Richardson and Gerry Murphy, working in a stimulating environment without the hassles of city life is a win-win

From developing a digital hub in Ennis to working closely with third-level institutions, Clare County Council plans to keep Shannon’s progress on track

Ireland’s only hotel management college is based in Shannon and, with a €9m investment planned, it is set to open doors for the next generation of hoteliers

For American plant manager Tory Regan, a move to the region has brought career opportunities and a healthy work-life balance