MJM Marine – a leading global marine outfitting company headquartered in Newry – has launched a pilot ‘Mini Navigators’ programme with three local schools. The initiative for children aged 10-11 gives young people a practical project which introduces them to the skills required to pursue a variety of careers on their doorstep with a local
MJM Marine’s Operations Director Alan O’Reilly, has been announced as one of the global Seatrade Cruise News’s top 20 Under 40 for 2025. Alan is the only person from Ireland recognised in the global cruise industry and the only winner from the cruise ship refit sector. The Seatrade Cruise News 20 Under 40 list celebrates
Pictured L-R: Tanya Martin from award sponsor IQ&Co., Edwina Flynn and The WiB Group Chair Nichola Robinson. Northern Ireland businesswomen leading in a broad range of sectors including finance, fashion and manufacturing were recognised at a special awards ceremony on Thursday evening. Edwina Flynn, CEO of the Newry-based Wood Innovations, picked up the award for
Economy Minister Conor Murphy has announced that Pure Engineering Group is investing £4.7 million in its manufacturing facility in Newry. The mechanical engineering firm specialises in the provision of heating, ventilation and air conditioning solutions to a wide variety of sectors including hospitality, commercial and industrial premises. During a visit to Pure Engineering Group, the
Image caption: Pictured with Sean McCormick is Alan Thompson, Chief Operating Officer at Shelbourne Motors Shelbourne Motors has strengthened its senior management team with the appointment of Sean McCormick as Aftersales Manager at its award-winning Kia, Renault, and Dacia, franchises in Newry. With 13 years of extensive experience in the motor industry, including 12 years
Photo Caption – Economy Minister Conor Murphy attends Rathbane Group’s Annual Navigate Programme Event to support the announcement of 50 new early career roles Newry-based Rathbane Group, a second-generation family-owned and managed business, is proud to announce the expansion of its Navigate Early Careers Programme with the launch of 50 new roles in 2025. The
Founded in 1988, The Mount Charles Group have more than 30 years experience providing a range of services including catering, vending, cleaning and security. Employing over 2500 people, it is Ireland’s largest indigenous support service organisation. In return for their employees’ hard work, the leading food and facilities management company offer opportunities for career progression
A free district-wide conference aimed at tackling Newry, Mourne and Down’s workforce challenges will take place in Newry City on Wednesday October 9, 2024. Businesses, education and training providers and policymakers are being encouraged to attend the Newry, Mourne and Down Recruitment and Skills Conference and play a significant role in shaping and developing a
Meet Sheila McGaffin, a passionate artist from Armagh, who has been dedicated to the arts from a young age. Sheila has recently become one of six talented artists to form the ‘Nu Collective’ which aims to showcase each artist’s individuality and flair in a vibrant and ‘accessible’ exhibition due to take place in Newry’s The
Mount Charles have multiple opportunities for cleaning roles across Armagh, Portadown, Banbridge and Newry. The roles require candidates to be attentive to detail in all aspects of their work and be enthusiastic and passionate about their customer service and reputation. All job roles including the following rewards: 28 days’ paid holidays (pro rata) Voluntary Private
