Europe’s Business Ready Region
Meath, Ireland
YOUR GATEWAY TO TRADE WITH THE ENTIRE WORLD
As Chief Executive of Meath County Council, I am unwavering in my commitment to lead our region into a new era of transformative economic development.
Meath stands out as the prime location for business investment, has the formula for your business to succeed and I am confident you will be proud of your decision to establish your venture here.
Our team is dedicated to making a significant and meaningful difference while supporting your exciting journey as you become part of our community.
K ieran Kehoe, Chief Executive
MEATH’S FORMULA FOR SUCCESS
Meath is a region in Ireland and a hub of innovation since the construction of Newgrange over 5,000 years ago, a legacy that continues today with modern technologies and sustainable practices, honouring the region’s rich history and promoting a greener future.
Meath has the highest population growth of any county in Ireland and boasts a relatively young demographic. With access to highly educated university students and skilled apprentices, Meath is well positioned to develop and support the workforce of tomorrow.
Meath has world-class transportation links for easy access to major cities throughout the world, offering excellent connectivity to suppliers and customers.
WORLD-CLASS WORKFORCE – access to a highly skilled talent pool.
Meath is a successful, diverse and highly attractive place in which to live and conduct business, with many opportunities for businesses to thrive.
INFRASTRUCTURE & CONNECTIVITY – access to international trade corridors.
Meath has a vibrant arts, cultural and social community that makes it a desirable place to live, work, invest, and belong.
PRO-BUSINESS ECO-SYSTEM – access to industry specific business supports.
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QUALITY OF LIFE – a culturally rich community promoting work-life balance. = MEATH HAS IT ALL AND MORE
MEATH
DUBLIN
WORLD-CLASS WORKFORCE
“Meath offers a number of competitive advantages and points of differentiation, including access to skilled staff in this distinct location, with proximity to Dublin airport and city but also to numerous communities in the region, thereby, attracting a unique diverse workforce.”
Martha Bomar - Site Lead
POTENTIAL
Over 226,000 university students within a 60-minute radius offering an extensive and progressive apprenticeship programme that delivers a responsive, innovative, and sustainable workforce.
P RODUCTIVITY
Ireland’s workforce is twice as productive as the EU average . *
*CSO Data, 2022
HIGHLY SKILLED
Readily available workforce of over 40,000 highly skilled people commuting out of the county daily.
GROWTH
Meath has the fastest-growing population in Ireland and the highest proportion of young people in the country, providing a sustainable workforce for the future which is vital for the development of the green economy.
EUROPE’S ONLY
Ireland is the only English-speaking country within the European Union.
226,000
UNIVERSITY STUDENTS within a 60 min radius
Our workforce is 2x AS PRODUCTIVE as the EU average
OVER 40,000 SKILLED WORKERS AVAILABLE
INFRASTRUCTURE & CONNECTIVITY
DEVELOPMENT LAND
Over 4,500 acres of zoned economic land with access to water, wastewater, Tier 1 broadband and energy.
ENERGY
Leading the way in the delivery of solar energy infrastructure in Ireland.
Motorway network connecting to over 60% of Ireland’s population.
Six Ports within one hour, including Dublin Port which handles over 35m tonnes of cargo annually.
AIR
Direct flights to all major cities from the Dublin airport, which is only 20 minutes away and handles over 30 million passengers and €19 billion in freight annually.
Extensive public transport connectivity by road and rail. PUBLIC TRANSPORT
“As Ireland’s largest logistics company, we chose Meath for its strategic location, with easy access to local and international trade corridors via the Port Tunnel, national port, airport, and road network. This allows us to ship anywhere in the world, ensuring that we can service our customers in the most efficient way possible”
Tim Cummins - CEO
PRO-BUSINESS ECOSYSTEM
GUIDANCE
Meath County Council’s dedicated Business Relationship Team will guide your new business every step of the way.
DEDICATED SPACE
Thrive Centre of Business Excellence provides a one-stop shop in Meath for maximising business potential with comprehensive support from a multi-disciplinary team.
NETWORK
A strong and collaborative business network fostering a sustainable and innovative culture with a can-do attitude.
SERVICED LAND
Meath County Council has a range of ready-to-go zoned, serviced sites available for development.
GREEN ECONOMY
Actively promoting environmentally friendly practices and supporting business to prioritise sustainability, aiming for a greener future while driving economic growth.
READY TO GO
ZONED, SERVICED SITES
DEDICATED BUSINESS RELATIONSHIP TEAM
Industry Specific Business Networks
“We have continuously expanded in Meath due to the strong and collaborative network of partners working with us, which creates a place and space to thrive”
James McDermott - General
Manager
EXCELLENT QUALITY OF LIFE
“ Our great location in Meath enables our workforce to enjoy a healthy work-life balance and it was clear very quickly that Meath is a community we wanted to call home”
Meath has the most affordable housing in the Greater Dublin Region.
An education system with robust capacity and expanding resources to ensure high-quality education for Meath’s residents, both present and future.
Meath boasts sandy beaches, open spaces, and vibrant communities. With options for golf, horse racing, outdoor adventures, and roller coasters, Meath has it all!
The entire 5,000 year history of Ireland can be traced back through the monuments of Meath.
From being the global Home of Halloween to a food lovers’ destination, a creative craft industry to a thriving cultural scene, Meath hosts festivals and events to cater for every interest.
Meath offers a distinctive geological landscape rich in natural resources, leading to fertile soil and high-quality local food. This not only enhances the area’s amenity value but also promotes sustainability and ecological balance for a responsible future.
Aoife Flynn - Head of Community Development
A PLACE & SPACE TO THRIVE
