Enterprise Ireland has officially launched a new hub in Glasgow, reinforcing trade and investment ties between Ireland and Scotland. The move comes as several Irish businesses announce contracts, expansion plans and job creation across the country.
The office was unveiled during a trade mission led by Niamh Smyth, Ireland’s Minister of State for Trade Promotion, Digital and Company Regulation, who took part in meetings in both Glasgow and Edinburgh to deepen collaboration in key sectors such as offshore wind, water infrastructure and agriculture.
Enterprise Ireland’s new base aims to support the more than 300 Irish companies already exporting to Scotland, and marks the organisation’s third office in the UK. It is expected to serve as a strategic hub for Irish firms looking to scale their operations across the central belt and beyond.
During the visit, multiple Irish companies revealed new developments in Scotland. These included Kirby Group Engineering being named a preferred partner by ScottishPower for grid upgrades, Uniquely opening a new office in Glasgow with plans to create 100 jobs, and Subsea Micropiles launching a pioneering offshore wind anchoring solution also set to deliver 100 jobs.
Other announcements included Cleantech Civils expanding into Coatbridge, TEKenable launching a digital transformation project for PureMalt, Rubicon Archaeology securing a £2 million infrastructure contract, McGrath Limestone investing in storage facilities in Fife, and Suir Engineering acquiring Scottish firm Taylor and Fraser.
Minister Smyth described the launch as “a long-term commitment to Scotland as a key market,” highlighting the opportunity for shared innovation and economic growth across both nations.
Scottish Business Minister Richard Lochhead also welcomed the developments, saying he was pleased to see Irish firms investing in Scotland’s “rapidly growing renewables sector and wider economy.”
