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Jack Lynch Tunnel scheduled to close for routine maintenance
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Cork Chamber has been informed of the planned closure of the Jack Lynch Tunnel on the following dates in April. A section of the South Ring Road (N40) between Dunkettle Interchange and Mahon Interchange, including the Jack Lynch Tunnel & Tunnel Management Building /Little Island access road will be closed to normal traffic overnight for three successive nights as follows: - 21:00 hrs on Tuesday 19th April 2016 until 04:00 hrs on Wednesday 20th April 2016
- 21:00 hrs on Wednesday 20th April 2016 until 04:00 hrs on Thursday 21st April 2016
- 21:00 hrs on Thursday 21st April 2016 until 04:00 hrs on Friday 22nd April 2016
These closures are necessary to facilitate scheduled routine maintenance on the tunnel and its equipment.
In between these overnight closures period i.e. during the day on Wednesday and Thursday, the N40 including the Tunnel and its approach roads will be open to traffic as normal. Alternative traffic routes are available via the city centre during the periods of closure as follows: - On the North side of the river, Southbound traffic should travel from the Dunkettle Interchange to the City Centre via the Tivoli dual carriageway and Lower Glanmire Road (N8), and then follow signs for the South Ring (N40) via the South City Link Road (N27).
- On the Southern approaches to the Tunnel, Northbound traffic should travel via the Kinsale Road Roundabout to the City Centre via the South City Link Road (N27), and then follow signs for Dublin (N8) and Waterford (N25) via Lower Glanmire Road.
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Cork Age Friendly County Programme Launched
Mayor of County Cork, Cllr John Paul O' Shea officially launched the Cork Age Friendly County Strategy on Monday April 11th in County Hall. The Mayor was joined by Tim Lucey, Chief Executive, Cork County Council, together with invited older members of the Cork community and students from Colaiste Choilm in Ballincollig.
Cork Chamber has been a partner in the development of this strategy and are delighted to have been so involved in this endeavour which aims to make Cork a great place in which to live and grow old. The Cork Age Friendly County Strategy is a five year framework plan, intended to provide a structure for interagency cooperation, essential to improving the quality of life for older people in Cork County together with the support of older people through the Cork County Older Peoples Council, statutory, community, voluntary and private sectors.
Unemployment Rate Drops to 8.6%
The unemployment rate in March decreased to 8.6%, down from 8.8% in February and 9.8% a year ago, latest figures from the Central Statistics Office have confirmed.
The youth unemployment rate meanwhile stood at 19%, down from 20% the previous month. The number of unemployed is now at the lowest level in 8 years.
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Lights, Camera, Action!
Revitalise your Corporate Communications with our Inspiring Video Journalism Course!
When: Thursday 22nd April
Where: Riverlee Hotel
Cost: €100 for Chamber Members
Learn how to: - Create & edit a video using your iPad / iPhone
- Set-up and film interviews
- Film and edit footage to upload to your website & social media platforms
- Produce your own video content to market your business
Witness the advent of citizen journalism and show what you and your company can do! LAST FEW PLACES LEFT! BOOK NOW!
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Women in Leadership Executive Lunch
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Date: Friday 22nd April
Time: 12:30 to 15:30
Venue: Ambassador Hotel
Cost: €60 (includes booking fee). Advance booking is essential.
To book: online
Cork Chamber in association with Network Cork is hosting an executive lunch on Friday 22nd April at the Ambassador Hotel, focussing on Women in Leadership and featuring special guest speaker Deirdre Somers, Chief Executive of the Irish Stock Exchange (ISE).
Deirdre, a Cork native, was appointed Chief Executive of the Irish Stock Exchange (ISE) in June 2007. During her tenure the ISE modernised its structure, expanded its services domestically and internationally, rising to #1 stock exchange globally in fixed income and funds listings. The ISE was awarded Best Place to Work in Ireland (medium sized companies) just last month. She is currently President of the Federation of European Securities Exchanges. Deirdre is outspoken about the importance of the role of markets as a relevant and accessible funding source for companies, particularly for high potential SMEs and is looking forward to sharing her views with the people of Cork.
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May BBQ at the Ambassador Hotel
Date: Wednesday 4th May
Time: 5.30pm – 7.00pm
Venue: Ambassador Hotel
Cost: FREE for Cork Chamber members
BOOK HERE! We are getting a head-start on the Summer and will host a networking BBQ on the new outdoor terrace of McGettigans Cork at the Ambassador Hotel, where you will enjoy fantastic ambience, great food and spectacular views over the City.
Don’t miss your chance to view Cork from Military Hill and enjoy the delicious BBQ, refreshing beverages and great company!
Cork Chamber Business Owners Hub
Are you a start-up or an already established SME?
Would you like the opportunity to focus on some key areas of your business with experts in the areas of finance, legal, sales and marketing?
The Cork Chamber Business Owners Hub is where a small group of business owners meet regularly, in a safe and confidential environment to share issues and experiences, helping each other and themselves with the daily challenges facing businesses today.
The hubs take place each of the following Tuesdays from 4.30pm-6pm.
• Tuesday 10th May
• Tuesday 17th May
• Tuesday 24th May
• Tuesday 31st May
** Please contact Danielle or Leigh directly for more info **
May Business Breakfast
Date: Wed 11th May
Time: 7.30am – 9.00am
Venue:Clarion Hotel
Cost: €25 members / €35 non-members
Cork Chamber is proud to welcome back Richie Boucher, Group CEO of Bank of Ireland, to speak at the May Business Breakfast briefing as part of Bank of Ireland’s National Enterprise Week. Richie was appointed Group Chief Executive Officer of Bank of Ireland in 2009.
He joined the Bank as Chief Executive Corporate Banking in 2003 from Royal Bank of Scotland. Within Bank of Ireland, Richie has also held the position of Chief Executive of the Retail Ireland division of Bank of Ireland. Richie has over thirty years’ experience in all aspects of financial services and is a Fellow of the Institute of Banking.
BOOK NOW to avoid disappointment.
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Reminder: Nominations Open!
The 197th Annual General Meeting of the Cork Chamber of Commerce will be held on Monday 16th May in the Imperial Hotel, Cork at 6.00pm.
At the upcoming Annual General Meeting there will be 2 vacancies for Election to the Board of Cork Chamber.
Completed Nomination Papers must be received at the Registered Office
Cork Chamber of Commerce, Fitzgerald House, Summerhill North, Cork – on or before 5.00pm, Monday 18 April 2016
CSR Awards 2016 - Deadline Date Looming!
The CSR Awards offer the business community the chance to promote their efforts in CSR and gain recognition for best practice.
The Awards are open to businesses of all sizes engaged in CSR, from MNCs to SMEs.
Past winners include Ulster Bank, KPMG, Marks & Spencer Ireland
To apply visit www.csrawards.ie
Closing Date for Applications is 21st April @ 12 noon
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Chamber Supported Projects
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Interested in joining The Cork Innovates steering committee?
THE CORK INNOVATES PARTNERSHIP is now inviting expressions of interest from entrepreneurs and experienced business leaders keen to engage with and support the work of its steering committee. The Cork Innovates Partnership was established in 2012 with financial support from the economic development fund of Cork City and County Councils. The Partnership comprises of organisations who are engaged in entrepreneurial, innovation or business support activities and who collaborate under the mantle of Cork Innovates to promote the region with a specific focus on driving the economic reputation and perception of Cork as a location for business. Members include ● Cork City Council ● Cork County Council ● Cork Chamber ● Cork Institute of Technology ● University College Cork ● Enterprise Ireland ● CorkBIC ● Cork City and County Local Enterprise Offices, all of whom have an appointed representative on the Partnership Steering Committee.
The Cork Innovates Partnership will play a pivotal role in promoting the Cork region in alignment with the high level branding and messaging currently being developed and rolled out across the city and region by the local authorities. Acting as a liaison point, the Partnership will tell the story of Cork by sharing projects, success stories, opportunities and other developments associated with innovation, entrepreneurship and economic development in the Cork region to local, national and international audiences. The Steering Committee is seeking to identify entrepreneurs and experienced business leaders interested in being appointed to the role of Chair or Vice-Chair. Additional opportunities for engagement with the steering committee or sub-working groups also exist. All appointments will be time limited with no remuneration attached to these roles. The Chair and Vice Chair will provide leadership to the steering committee, working closely with the Project Director to support the successful delivery of its operational plan. Of particular interest are individuals with a relevant mix of knowledge and skills and a track record in the following areas: - Strong interest in supporting the development of entrepreneurship in the region
- Ability to negotiate a multi-stakeholder environment
- Board membership / leadership experience
- Business development track record
- Investment expertise
- International connections
- Fundraising.
2016 will see a particular focus on the international Startup Nations Summit scheduled from 18th – 20th November in Cork. This is the first time that this Summit will be hosted in Europe and has been won for Cork on the back of a bid researched, prepared and submitted by the Cork Innovates Partnership. Expressions of Interest should be sent by email to siobhan.finn@corkinnovates.com by April 29th providing a brief outline of your background and why you wish to become involved.
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Enterprise Europe Network (EEN) B2B meetings at Info Security Europe, London, 8 June 2016
SecMatch 2016 will take place at Info Security Europe, an event which focuses on wireless and internet security. The goal of the matchmaking event is to enable and facilitate organisations in these fields to engage with potential partners for research, technology or business cooperation.
Organised by Enterprise Europe Network and the BeWiser (Wireless and Internet Security in European Regions) cluster network, the event is set in the context of the EU’s Digital Agenda, to further encourage research and innovation efforts and highlight commercial opportunities for European SMEs in wireless and internet security sectors.
SecMatch 2016 is a free-to-attend international B2B matchmaking event for Cyber Security companies and will take place during the Info Security Europe Conference in London’s centrally-locate Olympia Conference and Exhibition Centre. Focused on wireless and internet security, SecMatch aims to enable and facilitate SMEs, ICT clusters, academia and investors to engage with potential partners for internationalisation via research, technology or business cooperation.
Organised by EEN and BeWiser (Wireless and Internet Security in European Regions) cluster network, SecMatch is set within the context of the EU’s Digital Agenda. Participants will have the opportunity to meet potential partners for research, technology transfer, investment, sales and licensing, joint ventures, subcontracting, trade intermediation, suppliers etc. Focus: - Latest trends in wireless and internet security technology and software
- Short, sharp pre-arranged 25 minute meetings to foster effective networking
- Get to know key R&D players offering services to companies
- Meet members of the investment community
How does it work? - Register with
a) Infosecurity Europe 2016 b) SecMatch and publish your collaboration aims - Browse the participant list and book meetings with companies you are interested in
- You will receive a meeting schedule one week before the event takes place
Main topics - Information management
- Secure communications
- IT security
- Investment/Financing
- R&D partnering
- Commercial & tech partnering
- Investment/Access to finance
For further information about this event or to register your interest contact Katherine.
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Scholarships available for Biotech Mission to Japan for EU Clusters and SMEs, 9-14 October 2016
The EU Japan Centre is currently calling for applications for the next matchmaking mission to Japan targeting the biotech sector and is being organised alongside the Bio Japan Expo in Pacifico Yokohama. The mission will enable participants to learn about the target market and industry and to identify key contacts for business or technology transfer partnerships or research collaborations. Interested SMEs can apply for a scholarship which is valued at €600. The closing date for receipt of applications is Thursday, 9 June 2016.
The EU Japan Centre is currently calling for applications for the next matchmaking to Japan which will focus on the biotech sector. The event is being organised alongside the Bio Japan Expo which will take place in Pacifico Yokohama. The goal of the mission is to enable participants to learn about the targeted market and to identify key contacts for business or technology transfer partnerships or research collaborations. Scholarships valued at €600 are available for eligible SME companies. The mission will comprise of lectures, visits to Japanese R&D centres and companies, and cluster-to-cluster meetings organised on-site at the Bio Japan Expo. The event is of particular relevance to companies operating in the following spaces: - Pharmaceutical and medical devices
- Drug and drug discovery
- Medical treatment, diagnosis
- Bioinformatics and bio-imaging etc.
In regard to costs, the EU-Japan Centre will cover: - Tuition fees
- Transfers during group company visits to and from Yokohama
- BioJapan registration fee, including access to the exhibition and annex hall
- Access to the partnering area and the partnering system provided at BioJapan
- BioJapan trade-fair arrangements
- Translation and interpretation services
- Lunch for 3 days, welcome reception and closing cocktail
The mission is being managed by the EU-Japan Centre and is funded by the European Commission. For any other queries on the application process, please contact Eimear.
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Upcoming Member Events
- Corporate Giving- Is it Good for Business, April 14th - read more
- Dermot Bannon mortgage event in association with Bank of Ireland, April 14th - read more
- Sharon Shannon, April 15th -read more
- ''Showtime'' Fundraising Concert for CUH Charity, April 17th - read more
- Smarter Eggs Challenge the Unconventional, April 19th - read more
- Fastnet Recruitment Career Open Days, April 19th - April 27th - read more
- The Power of Three, April 20th - read more
- Mercy Hospital Foundation Golf Classic, April 22nd - read more
- Introduction to the European Water Stewardship (EWS) Standard* Workshop, April 26th - read more
- BITCI Cork Business Forum on CSR, April 28th - read more
All member events can be viewed here
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