As we move through the final quarter of the year, there’s much happening across the Chamber network. The recent publication of our Q3 Economic Trends report has provided fresh insight into local business sentiment and performance.
The latest issue of ChamberLink magazine is also now in circulation, featuring member news, thought leadership and updates on Cork’s evolving business landscape. We also look forward to celebrating excellence and innovation at the Cork Digital Marketing Awards later this week – always a highlight in our events calendar.
This week’s Budget 2026 announcements brought a clear focus on maintaining Ireland’s competitiveness, a welcome signal for business at a time of international uncertainty and rising costs.
The latest edition of ChamberLink celebrates the partnerships and progress shaping Cork’s future. From Cork Chamber’s global recognition at the World Chambers Competition to highlights from the Tri-Region Partnership, this issue showcases how collaboration is driving competitiveness, sustainability and growth across our region.
Explore updates on Cork’s international engagement, policy priorities, member achievements and upcoming opportunities, all reflecting the energy and ambition of Cork’s business community.
Cork's business community is confident about the economic outlook as we approach the final quarter of 2025. According to the results of the latest Economic Trends survey:
Business confidence remains high at 94%.
Confidence in the Irish economy is strong at 73%.
Almost 50% of respondents predict an increase in turnover in Q4 2025.
The survey also gathered views on Cork's night-time economy and events offering.
Join Cork's Business Community along with Breakthrough Cancer Research for an evening of networking, a chance to get moving and an opportunity to hear inspiring health insights.
The evening will begin with a light 30-minute walk along Cork’s bridges, before returning to the iconic AIB Banking Hall for networking, refreshments and perhaps a surprise guest or two.
This webinar will explore how Ireland’s transition to a net-zero and circular economy is creating new opportunities in green careers, renewable energy and sustainability skills.
Speakers will include Stephen Lehane, Senior Sustainability Consultant, CPL, Christina Fox, Vice President of Business Support, Statkraft Ireland and Prof. Marguerite Nyhan, Professor of Engineering for Sustainability, UCC Sustainable Futures.
Join us for this Business Breakfast to hear from Sabrina Casalta, the recently appointed Chief Executive Officer of Vodafone Ireland.
At Vodafone Ireland, Sabrina is committed to driving innovation, sustainability and growth, while staying true to Vodafone’s purpose of empowering people through connections and protecting the planet. Don’t miss this opportunity to hear from a dynamic leader shaping the future of connectivity in Ireland.
Join over 600 business leaders, influential policymakers and key stakeholders as we gather to celebrate the synergy and collaboration that fuels growth and innovation between Ireland's two largest cities, Dublin and Cork.
The evening is a unique opportunity to establish new business connections, to strengthen existing relationships and to meet with peers from both city regions. This year’s guest of honour and keynote speech will be delivered by Taoiseach Micheál Martin TD.
This powerful 90-minute online webinar will equip organisational leaders and key influencers with a framework to integrate wellbeing and sustainability as core business drivers, creating competitive advantage and sustainable value in an evolving landscape.
This Microsoft Power BI workshop will allow users to connect to a wide variety of data sources, both on-premises and in the cloud, and then transform and model the data for analysis.
Are you interested in discovering new ways to grow your business and build partnerships between Ireland and Latvia? This online event will bring together organisations and professionals from both countries to explore opportunities, exchange insights and create meaningful cross-border connections.
Attendees will hear from expert speakers who will provide market overviews of Ireland and Latvia, highlighting current trends, emerging opportunities and practical ways for businesses to work together.
EEN Ireland is delighted to share this event where AI experts, start-ups, SMEs and public sector organisations will showcase their real-world journeys in digitalisation and AI adoption.
Learn about 100% funded services available to SMEs and PSOs, hear insights from AI experts and industry peers and take part in networking and broker meetings to explore collaboration opportunities.
Don’t miss your chance to accelerate your AI journey.
On Friday, October 10, two of our colleagues will take part in fundraising events to tackle homelessness. If you would like to support their efforts, you can do so through the links below
Richard Morrissey, Cork Chamber Board Member, will participate in the Focus Ireland Sleep Out, raising much-needed funds to support people experiencing homelessness. <DONATE HERE>
Naoimh Frawley our colleague, will join the Sleepout for Cork Simon Community 2025, raising funds to help deliver housing and support for people on their journey back to independent living. <DONATE HERE>
Both Cork Simon and Focus Ireland play crucial roles in our community, and we’re proud of Naoimh, Richard and all taking part as they shine a light on this important issue.
