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- On 3 November 2026, Ireland recorded a major multi-lot contractor framework for school capital works, valued at approximately €8.7 billion. This is a framework value, not a single awarded contract. Construction consultants, education suppliers and engineering firms can explore opportunities. HPC can support tender research, supplier sourcing and commercial introductions.
- On 2 November 2026, Bank of Ireland reported that over 40% of its mortgage lending was linked to home energy performance. The development highlights demand for energy-efficient housing and green finance. Retrofit specialists, energy assessors and sustainable-building suppliers can explore opportunities, with HPC supporting partner identification and sourcing.
- On 5 November 2026, Bank of Ireland announced €12 million of investment in ATM and branch upgrades during 2026. Banking technology suppliers, ATM manufacturers and financial infrastructure providers can explore supply opportunities. HPC can assist with supplier identification and commercial introductions.
- On 3 November 2026, a multi-supplier framework worth €2.2 million was recorded for services supporting the receipt and investigation of protected disclosures. Compliance consultancies, investigation specialists and legal service providers can explore public-sector opportunities. HPC can support partner sourcing and business introductions.
- Ireland’s public procurement records include a €600 million multi-party framework for non-acute healthcare capital works, covering projects valued at €1–15 million each. Healthcare construction firms, medical infrastructure suppliers and engineering consultants can explore relevant opportunities. HPC can assist with sourcing and partner introductions.
- On 3 November 2026, Ireland recorded a €2.2 million shared framework for receiving and investigating protected disclosures. The appointed providers include professional and specialist organisations. HR consultants, workplace investigators and employee-relations specialists can explore subcontracting opportunities, with HPC supporting commercial introductions.
- On 2 November 2026, a €2.2 million managed print services contract for Cork Education and Training Board was recorded, awarded to Cantec Business Technology. Printing equipment suppliers, maintenance providers and document-management companies can explore related supply opportunities. HPC can help identify suppliers and commercial partners.
- On 2 November 2026, an €18 million EirGrid framework covering telecommunications consultancy, network support, asset management and equipment was listed. Telecom contractors, network technology providers and infrastructure specialists can explore relevant opportunities. HPC can assist with supplier sourcing and introductions to qualified partners.
- On 3 November 2026, Ireland recorded a €2.2 million multi-supplier framework for receiving and investigating protected disclosures. The appointed group includes professional and specialist service providers. Legal firms, compliance consultants and investigation specialists can explore related services and subcontracting opportunities, with HPC facilitating introductions.
- On 5 November 2026, Irish startup Shinka announced a €1.9 million seed round for its digital out-of-home advertising mediation technology. The funding supports business development in advertising technology. Investors, corporate advisers and technology partners can explore collaboration opportunities, while HPC can support strategic introductions.
- On 6 November 2026, Enterprise Ireland reported that Irish companies secured a record €25.3 million in European Space Agency contracts during 2025. The results highlight demand for specialist engineering and technology capabilities. Analytics providers, research firms and technical consultants can explore supply-chain opportunities, with HPC supporting partner sourcing.
- On 5 November 2026, Shinka announced a €1.9 million seed round to develop its mediation layer for digital out-of-home advertising. The funding creates growth opportunities in advertising technology. Media agencies, digital advertising firms and technology providers can explore partnerships, with HPC helping identify commercial partners.
- On 2 November 2026, Ireland Strategic Investment Fund committed €100 million to IPUT Real Estate for 29 Earlsfort Terrace in Dublin. The project forms part of IPUT’s €500 million office development pipeline. Contractors, architects and building suppliers can explore project opportunities, with HPC supporting sourcing and introductions.
- On 3 November 2026, Irish startup Levels secured €100,000 from Enterprise Ireland for its hotel revenue-intelligence platform. The funding will help independent hotels improve profit margins. Hospitality technology firms, investors and hotel-service providers can explore partnerships, with HPC supporting introductions and opportunity sourcing.
- On 6 November 2026, Enterprise Ireland announced that Irish companies secured €25.3 million in European Space Agency contracts in 2025. The record result highlights opportunities in advanced engineering, software and space technology. Technology suppliers and specialist consultants can explore partnerships, with HPC supporting business introductions.
- On 3 November 2026, Irish hotel-tech startup Levels received €100,000 from Enterprise Ireland to develop its revenue-intelligence platform for independent hotels. Hotel operators, hospitality software providers and tourism technology firms can explore commercial partnerships. HPC can support supplier sourcing and introductions to potential clients.
Sector stories & insights.
On 2 November 2026, South East Technological University launched a new Hospitality and Tourism Management degree to develop professional skills for Ireland’s tourism industry.
Education providers and training consultants can explore curriculum and institutional partnerships. HPC can help identify partners and facilitate business introductions.
Ireland announced more than €36 million for 33 local-authority projects under the EU Just Transition Fund Programme during the week ending 6 November 2026.
Environmental consultants and renewable-energy suppliers can explore project opportunities. HPC can assist with supplier sourcing and commercial introductions.
On 4 November 2026, reported figures showed Irish corporation tax receipts reached €23.9 billion during the first ten months of 2026, up more than 23% year on year.
Tax advisers, accountants and financial consultants can explore advisory opportunities. HPC can help identify professional partners and facilitate introductions.
On 3 November 2026, Taoiseach Micheál Martin outlined the revised National Development Plan, involving more than €275 billion in investment through 2035.
Infrastructure advisers and public-sector contractors can monitor upcoming projects. HPC can support partner identification and procurement opportunity research.
No major new healthcare contract with a verified value was identified in Ireland during 2–8 November 2026. Healthcare infrastructure and service procurement remain relevant areas to monitor.
Medical equipment suppliers and healthcare consultants can explore future opportunities. HPC can assist with supplier research and business introductions.
On 5 November 2026, Ireland’s Department of Enterprise announced the Working in Ireland Survey 2025, providing insights into employment and workplace trends.
Recruitment agencies and HR training providers can use these findings to identify workforce needs. HPC can help connect service providers with potential clients.
On 2 November 2026, Ireland’s October manufacturing PMI was reported at 55.2, indicating continued expansion in factory activity and new orders.
Manufacturers, equipment suppliers and logistics companies can explore supply-chain opportunities. HPC can support buyer identification and supplier introductions.
On 2 November 2026, ESB Networks and EirGrid announced plans to redevelop the Woodland 400kV Substation in County Meath to support major grid upgrades.
Electrical contractors and grid-equipment suppliers can monitor related opportunities. HPC can assist with sourcing and introductions to project stakeholders.
On 2 November 2026, Ireland’s Department of Enterprise reported that its Employment Permits Online System would remain closed while additional security checks were completed.
Cybersecurity firms and data-protection advisers can explore compliance opportunities. HPC can help identify specialist providers and facilitate introductions.
On 2 November 2026, IPUT Real Estate and the Ireland Strategic Investment Fund announced a €100 million equity commitment for 29 Earlsfort Terrace in Dublin.
Property investors and corporate finance advisers can explore related opportunities. HPC can support partner identification and commercial introductions.
On 5 November 2026, Ireland announced its Working in Ireland Survey 2025, providing insights into employment and workplace trends. Manufacturing and tax figures also offered economic indicators.
Research agencies and business intelligence providers can develop market analysis services. HPC can assist with research partnerships and client introductions.
From 2–4 November 2026, Dublin hosted the European SME and Clusters Assembly, bringing together businesses and policymakers to discuss innovation and enterprise growth.
Marketing agencies and event-service providers can explore networking and promotional opportunities. HPC can help identify partners and facilitate introductions.
On 2 November 2026, IPUT Real Estate and ISIF announced a €100 million equity commitment for the development of 29 Earlsfort Terrace in Dublin.
Construction firms, architects and building suppliers can explore project-related opportunities. HPC can support supplier sourcing and business introductions.
From 2–4 November 2026, Dublin hosted the European SME and Clusters Assembly, connecting entrepreneurs, business organisations and policymakers. No new event-specific venture funding was announced.
Startups and incubators can explore networking and partnership opportunities. HPC can assist with investor identification and strategic introductions.
On 4 November 2026, Ireland launched its National EV Infrastructure Strategy 2026–2028 to expand the electric-vehicle charging network. More than 3,620 public charging points were reported.
Charging-equipment suppliers and software companies can explore market opportunities. HPC can support technology sourcing and commercial introductions.
On 4 November 2026, Tourism Ireland presented a €1 billion cross-border investment programme, including rail improvements and new Enterprise trains.
Hotels, travel operators and transport suppliers can explore tourism opportunities. HPC can assist with partner sourcing and commercial introductions.