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Carlow County Council’s Local Enterprise Office is partnering with County Carlow Chamber to host the “Export to Manchester in 2025 Programme”. The programme is a supported trade mission designed to help companies to build connections in Manchester and the wider North West region for sales and business development. 

Carlow and Kilkenny Local Enterprise Offices are excited to announce the National Women's Enterprise Day event, taking place on Thursday, 17th October 2024 at the Woodford Dolmen Hotel, Kilkenny Road, Carlow. This inspiring event aims to celebrate and support female entrepreneurs across the region.

Carlow County Council, in association with Sonix Entertainment Ltd, is thrilled to announce the Carlow Carnival, set to take place from Monday 19th to Friday 23rd August 2024 at The Exchange in Potato Market, Carlow Town Centre. This family-friendly event promises to bring joy and excitement to children aged 3-10, offering a delightful array of games and rides including the Carousel, Chairoplane and Tea Cup Ride, various games such as smash a can fun fair stall and Jenga and face painting.

Carlow County Council, in collaboration with local retail and hospitality establishments, is proud to launch the "Support Local, Shop Carlow" campaign. This initiative aims to encourage both residents and visitors to support the long-standing businesses on Lower Tullow Street, which have been the backbone of our local economy for generations.

Transboundary Environmental Impact Assessment (EIA) Public Consultation – Morgan Offshore Wind Project, located in the Irish Sea approximately 22.3km from the Isle of Man and 36.3km from the northwest coast of England

Carlow County Council – Library Service & Local Enterprise Office, Carlow Tourism, Carlow Chamber, Carlow County Development Partnership & Carlow Community Enterprise Centres CLG proudly announces the launch of its innovative program, 3 Senses, meticulously designed to enhance business literacy and foster professional growth. This comprehensive initiative strategically combines targeted training, support interventions, and networking activities to elevate business acumen.

Over 150 enthusiastic attendees gathered for the much-anticipated "Mastering Entrepreneurship" event hosted by Carlow and Kilkenny County Council in Arboretum, Leighlinbridge last week. 

The third annual Powerhouse Picnic, organised by Carlow County Council’s Local Enterprise Office in collaboration with Network Ireland Carlow, was held at the Woodford Dolmen Hotel, Carlow with TV Presenter Lucy Kennedy as Master of Ceremonies. This event, attracted over 120 professionals from diverse industries, offering a unique opportunity for networking, learning, and growth.

Irish stakeholders from Carlow County Council and South East Technological University (SETU) attended the 3rd Stakeholders Group Meeting, held on June 18-19, 2024, in Bucharest. This meeting marked a significant milestone in fostering collaboration among project partners and regional and interregional stakeholders. The event, hosted by the Bucharest-Ilfov Regional Development Agency (ADRBI), brought together key players from various sectors to discuss and promote innovative solutions for enhancing SME competitiveness and sustainable development.

The Local Enterprise Showcase is set to return to the RDS in Dublin from January 19th to 21st, 2025. The event is expected to draw buyers from over 2,760 retailers worldwide, including Ireland, the UK, USA, Mainland Europe, and the Far East, generating significant sales orders for the upcoming year. Presented by Design & Crafts Council Ireland and supported by Enterprise Ireland and Local Enterprise Offices nationwide, the Showcase will feature over 400 Irish brands, including emerging businesses backed by their Local Enterprise Offices.