MCC FDI Booklet 220925

Europe’s Business Ready Region Meath, Ireland

Y O U R G AT E W AY 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.

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DIRECT FLIGHTS London

1 hr 05 mins

Paris

1 hr 40 mins

Brussels

1 hr 45 mins

Frankfurt

2 hrs 05 mins

Berlin

2 hrs 15 mins

Madrid

2 hrs 35 mins

Warsaw

2 hrs 45 mins

Rome

3 hrs 05 mins

New York

7 hrs 30 mins

Chicago

8 hrs 10 mins

Beijing

10 hrs 10 mins

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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.

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Meath stands out as the prime location for business investment, has the formula for your business to succeed and I assure you that choosing to establish your venture here will be a decision you will be proud of.

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Kieran Kehoe, Chief Executive

Our team is dedicated to making a significant and meaningful difference while supporting your exciting journey as you become part of our community.

MEATH’S FORMULA FOR SUCCESS MEATH

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.

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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.

INFRASTRUCTURE & CONNECTIVITY – access to international trade corridors.

Meath is a successful, diverse and highly attractive place in which to live and conduct business, with many opportunities for businesses to thrive.

PRO-BUSINESS ECO-SYSTEM – access to industry specific business supports.

Meath has a vibrant arts, cultural and social community that makes it a desirable place to live, work, invest, and belong.

5 QUALITY OF LIFE – a culturally rich community promoting work-life balance.

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WORLD-CLASS WORKFORCE 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.

PRODUCTIVITY 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.

“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.”

226,000

UNIVERSITY STUDENTS

within a 60 min radius

Martha Bomar - Site Lead

Our workforce is

OVER 40,000

as the EU average

AVAILABLE

2x AS PRODUCTIVE

SKILLED WORKERS

INFRASTRUCTURE & CONNECTIVITY DEVELOPMENT LAND

“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”

Over 4,500 acres of zoned economic land with access to water, wastewater, Tier 1 broadband and energy.

Tim Cummins - CEO

GREEN ENERGY Leading the way in the delivery of solar energy infrastructure in Ireland.

BY LAND Motorway network connecting to over 60% of Ireland’s population.

BY SEA Six Ports within one hour, including Dublin Port which handles over 35m tonnes of cargo annually.

BY 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.

PUBLIC TRANSPORT Extensive public transport connectivity by road and rail.

6 PORTS WITHIN ONE HOUR

4,500+ ACRES OF ZONED ECONOMIC LAND

2 MINS FROM DUBLIN AIRPORT

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

“We have continuously expanded in Meath due to the strong and collaborative network

DEDICATED

BUSINESS RELATIONSHIP TEAM

Industry Specific Business Networks

of partners working with us, which creates a place and space to thrive” James McDermott - General Manager

EXCELLENT QUALITY OF LIFE 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.

“ 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” Aoife Flynn - Head of Community Development

A PLACE & SPACE

TO THRIVE

5,000

YEARS OF INNOVATION

THE OFFICIAL HOME OF

HALLOWEEN

BU S I N E S S R E L AT I O N S H I P T E A M

YOUR AMBITION IS MATCHED BY OUR DEDICATION

KIERAN KEHOE

DARA McGOWAN

MAJELLA FARRELL

Chief Executive,

Head of Economic &

Meath County Council

Director of Enterprise & Economic Development

kkehoe@meathcoco.ie

dara.mcgowan@meathcoco.ie

majella.farrell@meathcoco.ie

Business Development

www.meath.com