Category Archives: Ireland

Press Releases & News from Ireland distributed via EuropaWire

EIB and ESB Partnership Drives Success of Ireland’s Smart Metering Programme

(IN BRIEF) EIB Vice President Ioannis Tsakiris praised the collaboration between the European Investment Bank (EIB) and ESB in supporting Ireland’s National Smart Metering Programme. Backed by €450 million in EIB funding, the initiative aims to help 2 million Irish … Read the full press release

EIB Vice President Celebrates 35-Year Partnership with UCD, Highlighting Campus Transformation

(IN BRIEF) European Investment Bank (EIB) Vice President Ioannis Tsakiris visited University College Dublin (UCD) to celebrate a 35-year partnership that has contributed €453 million towards transforming the university’s academic, scientific, and residential infrastructure. UCD President Professor Orla Feely acknowledged … Read the full press release

Ireland and EIB Collaborate to Advance Offshore Wind Port Infrastructure

(IN BRIEF) The Irish Department of Transport and the European Investment Bank (EIB) have announced a partnership to develop port infrastructure critical for supporting offshore wind projects in Irish waters. The collaboration, led by Minister Eamon Ryan and EIB Vice … Read the full press release

EIB Vice President’s Visit to Ireland Focuses on Social Housing and Green Investment

(IN BRIEF) EIB Vice President Ioannis Tsakiris visited Ireland to discuss key investment priorities with Finance Minister Jack Chambers, focusing on social housing, energy efficiency, and innovation. They reviewed the impact of the €1.6 billion EIB investment from 2023 and … Read the full press release

Unilever Partners with Accenture to Pioneer New Benchmarks in Generative AI-Driven Efficiency

(IN BRIEF) Unilever and Accenture are enhancing their partnership to set a new benchmark in generative AI-driven productivity. Through a multi-year program, Unilever aims to build on its existing AI applications and leverage Accenture’s GenWizard platform to drive efficiencies, cost … Read the full press release

Accenture and AWS Launch Responsible AI Platform to Enhance Safe and Ethical AI Adoption

(IN BRIEF) Accenture and Amazon Web Services (AWS) have expanded their partnership to launch the Accenture Responsible AI Platform, designed to help organizations adopt and scale AI responsibly. This platform integrates AI governance, risk assessment, compliance monitoring, and other services, … Read the full press release

Experian Forecasts £600M Sales Surge for UK Retail and Hospitality During August Bank Holiday, Weather-Dependent Boost Possible

(IN BRIEF) The August bank holiday is expected to bring a significant boost to the UK’s retail and hospitality sectors, with a forecasted 15% increase in sales, contributing an additional £600 million to the economy. This uplift is based on … Read the full press release

Experian Report: Generative AI and Deepfakes Emerge as Top Fraud Threats, Exposing Gaps in Business Preparedness

(IN BRIEF) Experian’s 2024 U.S. Identity and Fraud Report highlights the growing concerns around generative AI, deepfakes, and cybercrime as major threats to businesses. Despite recognizing these risks, companies are underinvesting in advanced fraud prevention tools, leaving them vulnerable to … Read the full press release

Experian Bolsters Fraud Prevention with Acquisition of Behavioral Analytics Leader NeuroID

(IN BRIEF) Experian has acquired NeuroID, enhancing its fraud prevention capabilities with advanced behavioral analytics. This acquisition allows Experian to integrate NeuroID’s technology into its CrossCore® platform, offering clients deeper insights into digital behaviors to better detect and prevent fraud. … Read the full press release

Trane Technologies Explores Future of Climate Tech in Season 4 of Healthy Spaces Podcast

(IN BRIEF) Trane Technologies has launched Season 4 of its Healthy Spaces Podcast, focusing on how climate technology is transforming living and working environments. Hosted by Dominique Silva, Scott Tew, and Oakley Roberts, the podcast features industry experts discussing topics … Read the full press release

S&P Global and Accenture Partner to Advance Generative AI in Financial Services

(IN BRIEF) S&P Global and Accenture have partnered to advance generative AI in the financial services industry. This includes launching a comprehensive AI learning program for S&P Global’s workforce and enhancing AI development and benchmarking solutions. The collaboration aims to … Read the full press release

Johnson Controls Finalist in Empire Technology Prize for Innovative Low Carbon Heat Pump Solution

(IN BRIEF) Johnson Controls has been named a finalist in the Empire Technology Prize for its innovative heat pump solution, designed to advance low carbon heating in tall buildings. The system uses ultra-low GWP refrigerant and is expected to save … Read the full press release

Kadeena Cox Partners with Experian to Promote Support Hub for Accessibility Needs

(IN BRIEF) Experian has partnered with World and Paralympic Champion Kadeena Cox to promote the Experian Support Hub, a service designed to improve accessibility to essential services for individuals with support needs. Through a series of videos, Cox will highlight … Read the full press release

Accenture Acquires Excelmax Technologies to Enhance Silicon Design and Engineering Expertise

(IN BRIEF) Accenture has acquired Bangalore-based semiconductor design services provider Excelmax Technologies, enhancing its expertise in silicon design and engineering. Excelmax, founded in 2019, offers custom silicon solutions for consumer devices, data centers, AI, and edge computing, serving automotive, telecommunications, … Read the full press release

Accenture Acquires Arηs Group to Expand European Tech Services

(IN BRIEF) Accenture has completed its acquisition of Arηs Group, a Luxembourg-based technology services provider, enhancing its capabilities in both public and private sector transformations across Europe. Announced in March 2024, the acquisition adds over 2,330 specialists in software development, … Read the full press release

Accenture Research Reveals Profitability Boost from Mature Supply Chains and AI Integration

(IN BRIEF) A new Accenture report reveals that companies with the most mature supply chains are 23% more profitable than their peers, largely due to their extensive use of AI and generative AI. The study, which analyzed 1,148 companies across … Read the full press release

Amey Secures £30 Million Contract to Enhance Northern Ireland’s Water Infrastructure

(IN BRIEF) Amey has secured a new £30 million contract with Northern Ireland’s Department for Infrastructure Rivers to provide civil engineering consultancy and water management services over up to five years. The contract includes improving watercourses, constructing flood defenses, and … Read the full press release

UK Economy Set for Multi-Million Pound Boost During European Championships and Paris Olympics

(IN BRIEF) The UK economy is expected to receive a significant boost as fans spend an additional £233 million during the European Championships and Paris Olympics this summer. Experian Economics highlights increased spending in pubs, bars, supermarkets, and on electronics … Read the full press release

Accenture to Acquire Italian Network Services Company Fibermind

(IN BRIEF) Accenture has agreed to acquire Fibermind, an Italy-based company specializing in fiber and mobile 5G network deployment and infrastructure engineering services. This acquisition will enhance Accenture’s network services capabilities for clients in telecommunications, utilities, and transportation. Fibermind brings … Read the full press release

Naas General Hospital Becomes Academic Nurse Teaching Hospital in Partnership with Trinity College Dublin

(IN BRIEF) Naas General Hospital (NGH) has been designated as an Academic Nurse Teaching Hospital in partnership with Trinity College Dublin. Starting in September, 12 nursing students will complete their clinical placements at NGH, gaining diverse experience in various healthcare … Read the full press release

L3Harris Partners with Accenture to Accelerate Technology Modernization and Digital Transformation

(IN BRIEF) L3Harris Technologies has entered into a strategic partnership with Accenture to accelerate its technology modernization efforts through the LHX NeXt initiative. This collaboration aims to establish a robust digital foundation, optimize operational efficiencies, and foster future growth. Accenture … Read the full press release

SAS Survey Reveals Barriers to GenAI Implementation in UK & Ireland

(IN BRIEF) The survey conducted by Coleman Parkes Research Ltd. for SAS in the UK & Ireland reveals a strong enthusiasm for generative AI (GenAI) among decision-makers, with 62% of organizations initiating its implementation. However, this enthusiasm is tempered by … Read the full press release

Utility Revolution: EDF Transitions Five Million Meter Points with Accenture-Kraken Alliance

(IN BRIEF) Accenture and Kraken Technologies have joined forces to assist EDF’s UK retail business in transitioning over five million meter points onto Kraken’s platform, enhancing energy management capabilities. This collaboration, leveraging advanced analytics and AI, aims to streamline operations … Read the full press release

Experian Revolutionizes Business Solutions with Unified Ascend Technology Platform

(IN BRIEF) Experian has unveiled groundbreaking enhancements to its cloud-based Experian Ascend Technology Platform™, integrating market-leading data, generative AI, and advanced machine learning solutions into a unified interface. This first-of-its-kind platform streamlines analytics, credit decisioning, and fraud detection, empowering businesses … Read the full press release

Accenture Federal Services Expands Capabilities with Acquisition of Cognosante

(IN BRIEF) Accenture Federal Services has finalized its acquisition of Cognosante, a provider of digital transformation solutions for federal health, defense, intelligence, and civilian agencies. With this strategic move, Accenture Federal Services aims to bolster its federal health portfolio, leveraging … Read the full press release

Accenture Strengthens Workforce Development with Udacity Acquisition

(IN BRIEF) Accenture has finalized its acquisition of Udacity, a leading digital education platform renowned for its technology courses blending online flexibility with human instruction. This strategic move emphasizes Accenture’s dedication to addressing the evolving workforce needs, particularly by equipping … Read the full press release

Experian and TRIVER Partner to Streamline SME Lending Process

(IN BRIEF) Experian and alternative lender TRIVER have collaborated to expedite the SME lending process, offering rapid access to short-term capital for businesses. TRIVER, aiming to revolutionize SME lending, utilizes Experian’s suite of data solutions to enable an end-to-end automated … Read the full press release

Accenture to Bolster Digital Transformation with OPENSTREAM HOLDINGS Acquisition

(IN BRIEF) Accenture (NYSE: ACN) has announced its acquisition of OPENSTREAM HOLDINGS and its subsidiaries, Open Stream and Neutral, marking a significant move to enhance its digital engineering and manufacturing capabilities. The acquisition, with undisclosed terms, is set to bring … Read the full press release

Alstom Revamps c2c’s Class 357 Fleet with £8.8 Million Refurbishment Contract

(IN BRIEF) Alstom, a global leader in sustainable mobility, has clinched an £8.8 million contract with c2c, a passenger operator, for the refurbishment of its Class 357 Electrostar fleet. The contract entails the repair and repaint of 74 four-car units, … Read the full press release

Accenture Elevates Responsible AI Leadership with Appointment of Chief Officer

(IN BRIEF) Accenture has reinforced its commitment to responsible AI by appointing Arnab Chakraborty as its first Chief Responsible AI Officer. With over two decades of experience and a significant role in shaping AI governance, Chakraborty’s appointment signifies Accenture’s strategic … Read the full press release

Accenture and Mandiant Partner to Enhance Cyber Resilience Services

(IN BRIEF) Accenture and Mandiant, a Google Cloud company, have announced a strategic partnership to bolster cyber resilience services aimed at helping organizations better manage and recover from cyberattacks. This collaboration will see Accenture integrating Mandiant Threat Intelligence and expertise … Read the full press release

Brenntag Expands Partnership with Royal Avebe to Offer Potato Starch and Protein in UK and Ireland

(IN BRIEF) Brenntag, the global leader in chemicals and ingredients distribution, announces the expansion of its partnership with Coöperatie Koninklijke Avebe U.A. (“Royal Avebe”) to include the United Kingdom and Ireland. This extension of the distribution agreement provides Brenntag customers … Read the full press release

Accenture Bolsters Data Capabilities with Parsionate Acquisition

(IN BRIEF) Accenture has announced its acquisition of Parsionate, a leading data consultancy specializing in data products and modern data foundation services, with a focus on industries like retail, industrial, consumer goods, and life sciences. This strategic move aims to … Read the full press release

Accenture Acquires SOKO to Expand Creative Influence in Brazil

(IN BRIEF) Accenture, through its renowned creative agency Droga5, has announced the acquisition of SOKO, a leading Brazilian creative agency known for its innovative and culturally resonant brand storytelling. SOKO’s integration into Droga5 São Paulo aims to strengthen the agency’s … Read the full press release

EIB’s Record €1.6 Billion Investment Energizes Ireland’s Economy and Innovation Landscape

(IN BRIEF) European Investment Bank (EIB) President Nadia Calviño, alongside Irish Finance Minister Michael McGrath, announced a landmark €1.6 billion investment in Ireland, the largest in 51 years. The investment, aimed at fostering innovation, sustainability, and economic growth, will impact … Read the full press release

Accenture Enhances Japanese Presence with CLIMB Acquisition, Bolstering Digital Transformation Capabilities

(IN BRIEF) Accenture has finalized the acquisition of CLIMB, a technology services provider renowned for its system integration and IT infrastructure management expertise, particularly in Gunma Prefecture. This strategic move, initially announced on April 8, 2024, brings approximately 230 professionals, … Read the full press release

Euronext Receives S&P Rating Upgrade to BBB+ with Positive Outlook

(IN BRIEF) Euronext, the leading pan-European market infrastructure, celebrates a significant milestone as S&P upgrades its rating from ‘BBB+, Stable Outlook’ to ‘BBB+, Positive Outlook’. This decision reflects Euronext’s successful integration of the Borsa Italiana Group, expansion of Euronext Clearing, … Read the full press release

Accenture Launches Global Campaign Highlighting Business Reinventions

(IN BRIEF) Accenture has announced the launch of its new global creative campaign, “Reinvented with Accenture,” showcasing the company’s collaborative efforts with clients to drive significant business transformations. Developed in partnership with Droga5, the campaign aims to spotlight innovative projects, … Read the full press release

Advancing Healthcare: Bosch and Randox Labs Partner to Revolutionize Molecular Diagnostics

(IN BRIEF) Bosch and Randox Laboratories Ltd. have forged a strategic partnership aimed at transforming molecular diagnostics with a focus on the Vivalytic analysis platform. With an investment of 150 million euros in joint research, development, and distribution, the collaboration … Read the full press release

Accenture Strengthens European Foothold with Acquisition of Axis Corporate in Spain

(IN BRIEF) Accenture (NYSE: ACN) has bolstered its European presence with the acquisition of Axis Corporate, a renowned Spanish management and technology consulting firm specializing in financial services. With a focus on strategy and technology, Axis Corporate brings expertise in … Read the full press release