An established investment destination

Doing Business Here

The Dublin Belfast Economic Corridor is the island of Ireland’s most sought-after investment destination and is already home to both leading global enterprises and a range of successful local SMEs.

A PRO-BUSINESS ENVIRONMENT

Why do business on the Dublin Belfast Economic Corridor? 

The corridor offers a buoyant labour market with a well-educated, young workforce skilled in key growth industries.

AMBITION
A significant economic driver for the region, bolstering growth and investment
SCALE
2.2 million people living across the corridor (over a third of the island’s population)
SKILLS
World class education system (8 universities, 12 Further Education Colleges, 1 Technological University)
TALENT
34% of working age population educated to at least third level qualification
CONNECTIVITY
Well-connected transport networks (6 seaports, 2 airports)
LOCATION
A key strategic location for cross-border trade
GLOBAL
Access to EU and international markets
DIGITAL
5G network and full-fibre access, as part of robust digital infrastructure rollout
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Industry insights

Home to key sector clusters

The corridor is home to clusters of specific key sectors where there is a growing demand.

  • Fintech
  • Health & Wellbeing
  • Food Manufacturing & Agri-Food
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