By design, it’s a multifaceted relationship that endures over years. Our involvement doesn’t end at the handshake when a deal is sealed, or when the ribbon is cut on the opening of the office.
Long after the initial investment decision, we pride ourselves on the lasting connections we make with clients, sharing their ambitions and championing their success. And all of this comes at no cost to clients.
Our partnership approach is proven by the presence of more than 1,800 multinational companies that have established hubs in Ireland over many years: more than half have had a presence in Ireland for 10 years or more; one-third have been here for over 20 years, and one-fifth have passed the 30-year mark.
And this strong performance of foreign direct investment projects into Ireland has continued. In 2025 alone, there was a record 323 investments, an increase of 38% on 2024. Nearly one quarter (24%) of the total projects came from 78 companies making their first foray into Ireland.
Like the best relationships, these connections with our clients deepen over time. To look at the statistic above from another perspective, 76% of investments during the year came from existing multinationals.
These achievements can only happen with a proven partnership model.
Hosted site visits for potential investors
The first step in the investment journey is to get a sense of place. Visiting a location as part of the evaluation process is a crucial step in validating any plans. As part of our tailored site visit service, IDA Ireland crafts itineraries that showcase potential locations, right down to specific sites. As part of a comprehensive information gathering process, we arrange networking meetings with peers in similar industries that have already experienced Ireland’s welcome first-hand, and are happy to share how they built and scaled their international teams in Ireland. Clients tell us these sessions are a valuable opportunity to listen, learn, question and find solutions.Property primed for rapid startup
IDA Ireland has extensive property solutions across Ireland, with land primed and ready so that investors can be sure of setting up operations quickly and easily. Some find it useful to locate near similar companies, or they may have requirements for specific skill-sets; in those cases, we use our expertise to match a client’s needs with the right people and location.Advising and connecting: creating local links
At all times, clients feel the reassurance that they’re in good hands by choosing Ireland as a base for international operations. Through our ‘concierge’ service, we can arrange introductions as needed to Government bodies, regulators, or professional tax, payroll and legal service providers – all with the aim of removing friction through the process of setting up.We arrange meetings in person or virtually with key stakeholders from academia, industry and government. We also advise on and facilitate employment permits, visas and relocation. We support public communications and launch announcements, coordinating messaging with government and media channels for maximum visibility and impact.
Ongoing support after setup
After the initial setup, IDA Ireland allocates client relationship managers in Ireland and close to the client’s headquarters. Their role is to continue the dialogue, and be on hand to listen to needs, and work to find solutions, offering support in making effective connections and with services to make investing in Ireland a success.Supporting these managers on our global team are subject matter experts in fields such as life sciences, technology, engineering and financial technology and real estate.
Financial assistance for upskilling and innovation
As part of our ongoing support for multinationals in Ireland, we can provide support and assistance aimed at enhancing or future-proofing operations to make sure they’re resilient and sustainable. This can take the form of training and upskilling, or areas like developing an innovation-focused culture or digital transformation. Often, there is financial support available for these initiatives.Our team is responsive, proactive, professional, and willing to go the extra mile. IDA Ireland aims to ensure everything goes smoothly and we keep working to make Irish operations a success long into the future.
Every one of the team at IDA Ireland is aligned on delivering world-class investment support over the long term. In practice, this means our clients benefit from ongoing and unrivalled support, and the confidence to grow their operations sustainably in Ireland. We don’t see business as purely transactional but as a true partnership: our clients’ success is ours, too.
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