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A west of Ireland success story is entering a bold new chapter as Complete Laboratory Solutions (CLS) announces a €9.9 million investment in a sweeping sitewide upskilling programme, aimed at transforming the Galway-based firm into a multinational leader in quality and regulatory solutions.

VERSONO Medical Ltd has been named Dragons’ Den winner of the CX Innovation Prize at the international CX Symposium in London.

Uniquely, the leading Irish business process outsourcer in the field of sales and customer services, with a customer engagement centre in Galway, was awarded two awards at the Guaranteed Irish Business Awards 2025.

In the early 1990s, Galway stood on the edge of an economic precipice. The closure of much of the Digital Equipment Corporation plant in 1993 sent shockwaves through the city. Digital had been more than just an employer—it was the beating heart of the local economy. Its closure threatened to rip the soul from a city that had become synonymous with innovation and tech progress. At the time, Galway’s future looked uncertain, even doomed. But history would prove otherwise.

Platform94, the largest innovation hub in the west of Ireland, has firmly established itself as a centre of excellence for scaling businesses. Its 66,000 sq ft headquarters in Galway city is home to over 85 companies and leads the regional charge in helping ambitious businesses scale internationally.

Along Galway’s Tuam Road, opposite the Trappers Inn, a stunning structure is rising—its sleek, high-tech design has captured the attention of passersby and signals the next chapter in PennEngineering’s legacy of innovation. This remarkable €14 million development is far more than just a new building; it represents a strategic investment in Galway’s role as a global hub for advanced manufacturing, engineering excellence, and next-generation product development.

In the heart of Galway city, nestled among its winding streets and creative soul, lies one of the most inspiring initiatives to emerge from the West of Ireland in over a decade—the PorterShed. I have always had a grá for this place, as to step inside it fills you with hope and encouragement.

Signum Surgical, a Galway-based medical technology company dedicated to advancing the treatment of colorectal diseases, this week announced the publication of first-in-human clinical data for its BioHealx® Anal Fistula Device in the International Journal of Colorectal Disease.

In a time when rural depopulation and cultural erosion continue to pose challenges to traditional communities, Údarás na Gaeltachta stands as a beacon of sustainable development, innovation, and heritage preservation.

The landmark announcement this year that Datavant, one of the world’s foremost health data platform companies, has unveiled plans to establish its Global Research and Development Centre in Galway, represents a pivotal moment not only for the San Francisco-based company but also for Galway and the wider West of Ireland, solidifying the region’s position as a vital hub in the global healthcare technology ecosystem.