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Niamh Smith posted an update in the group Ireland’s Family Businesses: W&R Barnett, one of Northern Ireland’s oldest family […]

Fri, 18 Apr 2025 08:44:45 +0100

W&R Barnett, one of Northern Ireland’s oldest family firms, has announced the purchase of a majority shareholding in a furniture manufacturer in England.

The firm said it has has paid an undisclosed sum for a majority shareholding in the Symphony Group, including The Symphony Group plc.

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W&R Barnett: Belfast firm takes majority stake in GB manufacturer

W&R Barnett was already among the UK’s biggest family-owned firms with an annual turnover of almost £2bn.

James O Sullivan posted an update: An extremely interesting project that we are […]

Thu, 10 Apr 2025 15:34:22 +0100

An extremely interesting project that we are currently working on is this Irish Whiskey Exchange. I thought it might be nice to share some interesting projects that are sprouting up. LYQD is building the first digital exchange for whiskey casks in Ireland. Whether you’re a private collector, investor, or a distillery, LYQD makes it simpler to…

British Irish Chamber of Commerce posted an update: ⭐ Members' Day 2025⭐Join us on Tuesday, February 11th […]

Fri, 07 Feb 2025 12:34:55 +0000

⭐ Members’ Day 2025⭐

Join us on Tuesday, February 11th for our annual Members’ Day at the iconic Mansion House, Dublin!

This event offers a fantastic opportunity for our new Members to network and engage with the wider Chamber community. Don’t miss out on connecting, collaborating, and building lasting relationships!

We look forward to seeing you…

Niamh Smith posted an update: A deal to re-link EU and UK emissions trading schemes […]

Fri, 07 Feb 2025 10:16:26 +0000

A deal to re-link EU and UK emissions trading schemes would nullify the impact of a new carbon levy from Brussels.

Cillian Molloy, policy and public affairs manager at the British-Irish Chamber of Commerce, told the Business Post the group would “strongly welcome a relinking of the UK and EU ETS scheme”.

“A failure to do so will result in…

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EU-UK emissions trading deal could prevent spike in Irish electricity import costs

A deal to re-link EU and UK emissions trading schemes would nullify the impact of a new carbon levy from Brussels.

Niamh Smith posted an update: 👋 We had a fantastic first event of 2025 on 14 January […]

Tue, 04 Feb 2025 12:19:40 +0000

👋 We had a fantastic first event of 2025 on 14 January with a variety of Kmend members. Everyone made their introductions and had a chance to tell us about their business, current projects and in some cases planned launches for the year ahead! All very exciting and we’ll be watching out for those new launches. If you’d like to join us for our… Read more

Niamh Smith posted an update: Approaching the close of a remarkable year, we want to […]

Thu, 19 Dec 2024 09:15:00 +0000

Approaching the close of a remarkable year, we want to take a moment to extend our gratitude for your continued support and participation in Kmend. Your commitment to building valuable connections, sharing knowledge, and fostering meaningful collaborations has been vital to our collective success.

As we enter the holiday season, we wish you a…

Niamh Smith posted an update: Looking ahead to 2025! 🚀 Our first online networking […]

Tue, 17 Dec 2024 09:40:00 +0000

Looking ahead to 2025! 🚀 Our first online networking event of the year is set for Tuesday, January 14th at 12 PM. Join us for 30 minutes of connecting with fellow Kmend members as we get ready for the exciting year ahead. Don’t miss out—RSVP here:

https://pages.services/kmend.com/jan-14th-2025-kmend-online-networking-event/?ts=1733764184734

Niamh Smith posted an update: Enjoy effortless connections with other Kmend members […]

Mon, 16 Dec 2024 10:25:00 +0000

Enjoy effortless connections with other Kmend members and accelerate your business growth – all from your mobile, anytime, anywhere! 📲✨
Download the Kmend app now and get started: https://www.kmend.com/download

PJ Timmins joined the group Marketing

Thu, 12 Dec 2024 13:59:52 +0000

PJ Timmins joined the group ESG

Thu, 12 Dec 2024 13:59:45 +0000

British Irish Chamber of Commerce posted an update: Ahead of the Irish General Election Tomorrow, take […]

Thu, 28 Nov 2024 11:23:41 +0000

Ahead of the Irish General Election Tomorrow, take another look at our Election Priorities Paper.

This document was prepared by the Chamber’s Executive, on the back of extensive engagement with our Members.

The Chamber looks forward to inputting the views of our Members into whichever Government formation talks follow…

Family Business Network Ireland posted an update: Congratulations to FBN Members, Sisk Group, for winning […]

Fri, 24 May 2024 08:30:34 +0100

Congratulations to FBN Members, Sisk Group, for winning a €350 million contract to extend Manchester’s Etihad Stadium! This extension will be on the north stand, increasing its capacity from 53,000 to 60,000 people, the construction of a sky bar with views of the pitch, a walkway along the stadium roof, a new 3,000-person capacity covered fan…

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Sisk wins €350 million contract to extend Manchester’s Etihad Stadium

The Irish builder will construct an expanded north stand which will be open for the 2025/2026 football season

Family Business Network Ireland posted an update: Keep an eye out for FBN Members, Donnelly Fresh, new […]

Thu, 23 May 2024 14:41:32 +0100

Keep an eye out for FBN Members, Donnelly Fresh, new fully recyclable packaging; 100% plastic free, completely biodegradable paper packaging🍊

Family Business Network Ireland posted an update: Brilliant to see FBN Members Great Southern […]

Thu, 23 May 2024 10:38:36 +0100

Brilliant to see FBN Members Great Southern Killarney celebrate their 170 anniversary. Great Southern Killarney also donated €2500, which was raised by attendees of their celebration, to Comfort for Chemo Kerry☺

Niamh Smith posted an update in the group Culture Arts Sports and Tourism: Culture Night 2023 is here! Every September thousands […]

Fri, 22 Sep 2023 09:01:14 +0100

Culture Night 2023 is here! Every September thousands of venues across Ireland stay open late on one Friday evening in September to host free events, exhibitions and performances. It’s a reaffirming and exciting night in the cultural calendar and one not to be missed. 🎵🎪🎭

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irishtimes.com

Culture Night 2023: A guide of 26 events to see and do this Friday

With more than 1,700 events across Ireland, all free, there is plenty to keep you busy this Friday night

Better Brand Agency – Ideas that power progress posted an update: No pAIn, no gAIn.Disruption, discomfort and discovery – […]

Thu, 21 Sep 2023 09:51:54 +0100

No pAIn, no gAIn.

Disruption, discomfort and discovery – our Creative Director, John Taylor, examines the industry’s latest tool: AI.

https://better.agency/blog/no-pain-no-gain/

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No pAIn, no gAIn | Better

Disruption, discomfort and discovery – our Creative Director, John Taylor, examines the industry's latest tool: AI.

David O’Reilly: So good to see my great trusted contact in the […]

Tue, 05 Sep 2023 11:57:23 +0100

So good to see my great trusted contact in the Irish accountancy profession joining us today, @eilisquinlan – highly recommend Eilis and her team in Quinlan and Co. in Ireland, really helpful and friendly to deal with if you are in need of a good local Irish accountant, check them out! https://quinlanaccountants.ie/about-us/

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About us - Quinlan & Co.

About Us Award winning practice Award winning practice established by Eilis Quinlan in 1992, the company has since expanded and is now located in Naas Co. Kildare. From our experience operating in your local market, we understand the challenges you … Continue reading

Cyril Mc Grane became a registered member

Tue, 18 Jul 2023 22:02:38 +0100