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Invest WestThe LookWest.ieInvest West Guide
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Galway
Clare
SligoLeitrim
RoscommonMayo
It all adds up to real potential
Internationallyrecognised
businesslocation
1/3 of our Population
under 25(youngest
population inthe EU)
2/5 3rd leveleducated
(highest rate inwestern world)
Direct access toEU and USMarkets
2 InternationalAirports+ 3 Ports
Low cost ofLiving
High Quality of Life
The Western Region in Numbers
Already a home to so many household names in the Med Tech and Pharma sectors…
Med Tech & Pharma in the West
Allergan’s Botox is produced mainly in Westport, Co Mayo
Med Tech & Pharma in the West
And many more, including some of our own, have helped to make the West
‘the best’ option for investment and development in this vibrant market…
Technology is tops out West…
We’re proud to list some of the world’s biggest ICT companies as neighbours…
And we’re glad to say so many other blue-chip technology giants remain
with us for the long-haul…
Tech West
Many more tech-start ups have been inspired by the illustrious company
and have also set up home in the West
Inspired to Innovate
Third-level education driving true innovation and development
With four third-level colleges offering
courses in every faculty including
Arts & Humanities, Science and Technology,
Engineering, Healthcare and many more,
education is a real priority in the West…
Education – Research - Technology
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And are backed-up by a range of purpose-built research and technology centres
Education – Research - Technology
Situated ideally on the western edge of
Europe, Ireland’s Western Region offers
excellent transport links and connectivity
with both Europe and the United States.
Two international airports, supported by
two more regional ones carry passengers
to and from the West and every corner
of the globe.
Easy to get here and get going
From within Ireland, a first class motorway network is
ably complemented by a powerful railway infrastructure.
Easy to get here and get going
More than just a wonderful place to invest
From stunning natural beauty, a rich culture and heritage,
wonderful festivals, superb sporting facilities and more, we have
it all. And when you add in the warm welcome that you’ll get,
you’ll know that the West is more than just a great place to invest.
And it’s not just us that say that….
Quality of Life
FINANCIALTIMES
Galway City
Europe’s Micro
City of the Year 2014
HUFFINGTONPOST
5 of top 10places to visit in Ireland are
in the West
LONELYPLANET
4 of Top 10 places to visit in
Ireland are in the West of Ireland
IRISHTIMES
Westport, Co Mayo voted
Best Place to Live 2012
IRISHTIMES
Loop Head,Co Clare votedBest Place to
Holiday in Ireland 2013
IRISHTIMES
Erris, Co Mayo voted Best Place
to go wild in Ireland 2012
RETAILEXCELLENCE
WestportBest Retail
Town
Who to talk to
It’s your moveGet in touch with any of the groups below and they can talk you through the
practicalities of making your move a reality.
Locating your business here
www.idaireland.com
www.enterprise-ireland.com
www.connectireland.com
www.wdc.ie
If we missed something
or you want to be
included, please tell us.
www.LookWest.ie [email protected] @lookwest.ie
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