Architect and developer Niall Harrington takes over as President of Waterford Chamber
Niall Harrington, well-known architect with Fewer Harrington and property developer with WhiteBox Developments, was elected President of Waterford Chamber at the 236th AGM, which took place today (Monday, September 25th) in the Granville Hotel. Mr Harrington has been involved with Waterford Chamber for a number of years, chairing the Economic Development Group and being an active voice on lobbying agendas such as housing, planning and urban development. Addressing Waterford Chamber members, Mr
Exciting Changes: Introducing ICS Technology Gateway at Walton Institute and a New Funding Programme
ICS Technology Gateway at Walton Institute, South East Technological University (SETU) is the new name for TSSG Technology Gateway, a cornerstone of Information and Communications Technology (ICT) research, development and innovation in Ireland since 1996. This name change reflects the renaming of TSSG to Walton Institute in 2021 and also reflects what ICS (Information and Communications Systems) Technology Gateway at Walton Institute offers client businesses in terms of opportunities, support and
Free Mixed Reality workshop open to all Waterford businesses
The Mixed Reality research team in Walton Institute, South East Technological University (SETU), will provide an open demonstration workshop at Dungarvan Enterprise Centre on 21 June 2023. Attendees will gain an insight into the diverse commercial applications and how such technologies can be utilised in their business, while having the opportunity to demo state-of-the-art virtual and augmented reality equipment. The workshop will be informal allowing attendees to freely chat to technical experts in this
Dr Sara Vero appointed as Funded Investigator at VistaMilk SFI Research Centre
Walton Institute and South East Technological University (SETU) are delighted to announce the appointment of Dr Sara Vero as a Funded Investigator at the VistaMilk SFI Research Centre. The VistaMilk SFI Research Centre, co-funded by Science Foundation Ireland and the Department of Agriculture, Food and Marine (DAFM), aims to be an agent of growth for the Irish dairy industry, facilitating the development and deployment of new knowledge, new technologies and new decision support tools to maximise the
Unique cross-border visitor experience showcasing our earliest settlers
An exciting new cross-border visitor experience exploring the life of our earliest settlers has opened at Waterford Treasures Museums. Researchers from the Portalis transdisciplinary pilot project, working with six coastal communities, have been exploring the earliest connections between Ireland and Wales dating back to 10,000 years ago. The Portalis visitor experience enables visitors to step back in time and discover what life was like back then for our earliest ancestors. Launched by the Portalis
Advancing EU healthcare through new and emerging digital technologies
South East Technological University (SETU) is leading a new European project that aims to revolutionize healthcare training and development in the European Union. Funded by EU4Health, Dynamic Digital Resilience for Medical and Allied Professions in Health Services (DDS-MAP) brings together 15 European partners consisting of Higher Education Institutions (medical, nursing, education and digital technology), NGOs, health authorities and health insurers to develop new training for health care professionals,
Yarning Connections with Waterford knitters and crocheters
Walton Institute in South East Technological University (SETU) is proud to announce that the innovative Yarning Connections project has been awarded funding under Science Foundation Ireland (SFI)’s Discover programme. The SFI Discover Programme aims to support and develop the science, technology, engineering and maths (STEM) education and public engagement sector in Ireland by investing in, developing and extending activity and ability in this area, and exploring and encouraging novel means of engaging the
Shortlist announced for Waterford Business Awards 2022
A host of Waterford’s top businesses have been shortlisted for the ninth annual Waterford Business Awards. Organisers Waterford Chamber have joined forces again with partners WLR and Dungarvan & West Waterford Chamber for the gala awards ceremony which will take place in Faithlegg on Friday, February 24th. Speaking about the awards, Waterford Chamber President Paul Nolan said, “The past number of years have been unprecedented and tough on our business community, so the awards will give us the opportunity
Network Magazine - Issue 18
IN THIS ISSUE:TQS Integration best in class - Máire Quilty searching for pastures newTime to say goodbye - end of an era as Parlour Vintage Tea Rooms closeRoyal Visit - Charles and Camilla meet business community The Business of NetworkingVisual merchandising tips for small and medium retailersWorld-class research at Walton InstituteSure Valley Ventures launches €113m Software Technology Venture Capital FundBright start to 2022 for WaterfordDecarbonising Irish Transport with Natural GasWaterford Greenway
