Manufacturing NI, the representative body for Northern Ireland’s manufacturing sector, will support businesses to adopt new digital technologies as part of a new E-DATA (Enterprise Digitalisation And Transformation Alliance) project. The €6.7 million cross-border...

As part of the Belfast 5G Innovation Region programme, Belfast City Council has launched a 5G funding competition to support local businesses and industries to harness the power of 5G and digital technologies, such as IoT, AI, robotics and immersive applications, to...

Over the past three months, the energy market has experienced significant volatility due to rapid geopolitical shifts. Rising energy costs, stricter carbon targets, and mounting procurement pressures are creating challenges for Northern Ireland’s manufacturing sector....

Northern Ireland’s manufacturing strengths were in the spotlight last night at the national Made in the UK Awards, held in the Titanic Hotel, Liverpool. These awards are the culmination of a series of regional events, including last month's Made in Northern Ireland...

flyer-employersfederation-web   📅 Monday 9 September 2025 📍 The Crown, Belfast 🕘 9:30am – 4:30pm   Join employers, HR professionals, and thought leaders from across Northern Ireland and beyond for a full day of insightful discussion, practical advice, and peer...

Policy implementation that falls short of expectations is a common occurrence in Northern Ireland. Executive Ministers and Senior Civil Servants may fail to show clear leadership and the NICS often lacks the right mix of skills. Concerns about risk and processes can...

Mallusk-headquartered manufacturer Brett Martin has announced a record £15 million investment in its Mallusk site to drive future growth in its plumbing and drainage division. With annual group sales of £220 million, 1,000 employees and a global reach, Brett Martin, a...

We’re sharing this on behalf of the Labour Relations Agency (LRA), who have released a new webinar to support employers whose staff may have been affected by the recent racist violence in Northern Ireland. The session offers practical guidance on how to: Support...

Creagh Concrete, one of the UK’s largest producers of precast concrete products, has signed a three-year agreement with the Budget Energy SuperCupNI, to become an Official Partner of the world-renowned international youth football tournament. The long-term agreement...