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Stena Line welcomes first hybrid freight ferry Stena Futura to Belfast
Stena Futura sails into Belfast to a water salute Stena Line has welcomed the first of its new hybrid freight ferries to Belfast Harbour,...
Sep 18, 2025


Kinecx Energy: Antrim-based gas network operator announces new brand identity
Pictured (L-R) is Kinecx Energy’s Eric Cosgrove (Director of Engineering), Denise Curran (Finance Director), CEO Niall Martindale, Mark...
Sep 17, 2025


Pret A Manger to open at Belfast International Airport, creating 40 jobs
Belfast International Airport CEO Dan Owens with Ray McNamara and Gerard Loughran from the Carebrook Partnership announcing new Pret...
Sep 17, 2025


Turn your idea into a business with Enterprise Pathways – applications open now!
Mayor of Mid and East Antrim, Councillor Jackson Minford, is pictured with David McFaul, Dream Out Loud Entertainment NI, and Sean...
Sep 15, 2025


Ulster Bank staff launch fundraising week across Northern Ireland for lifesaving Air Ambulance NI
Sandra Wright, Ulster Bank; James O’Callaghan, HEMS Paramedic and David Sinton, Ulster Bank Branch Manager, Lisburn Ulster Bank has...
Sep 14, 2025


Nine County Antrim artisan products join Lidl Northern Ireland’s Kickstart range
Back Row (L-R) Peter Barrett, Steeper Culture; Dr. Ryan Morrow, WeBottle; Gary McIldowney, Slim’s Healthy Kitchen; Alison Seaney, Big...
Sep 12, 2025


Tesco stores across Northern Ireland go red for Air Ambulance NI fundraiser
Tesco stores across Northern Ireland will be turning red this Saturday, 13th September, in support of Air Ambulance Northern Ireland (Air...
Sep 12, 2025


MEA councillors split on whether young street traders face exploitation or gain essential experience
Mid and East Antrim councillors have deferred a decision on a revised street trading policy following debate at the borough council’s...
Sep 12, 2025


New padel courts open at Galgorm Castle in Ballymena, boosting Northern Ireland’s sporting scene
In a significant boost for Northern Ireland’s sporting landscape, Galgorm Collection has announced the launch of two state-of-the-art...
Sep 11, 2025


Coca-Cola HBC switches to biomethane energy at Co Antrim site in NetZeroby40 drive
(L-R): Tom Burke, Corporate Affairs & Sustainability Director, Simon Fitzpatrick, General Manager, Minister Andrew Muir MLA and Joanna...
Sep 11, 2025


Minister Archibald visits Tully Biogas Plant in Ballymena to highlight renewable energy potential
Dr Caoimhe Archibald, Economy Minister, with Kevin Fitzduff of Stream BioEnergy at the Tully Biogas Plant, Ballymena. (Image: Dr Gareth...
Sep 10, 2025


Next generation of coachbuilders join Wrightbus apprenticeship scheme in Ballymena
Wrightbus welcomed 47 new apprentices to the Ballymena manufacturing facility. World-leading bus manufacturer Wrightbus has welcomed 47...
Sep 10, 2025


BID and town centre businesses celebrate £250K Ballymena Gift Card milestone
(L-R) Valerie McLernon (Fairhill Shopping Centre), Aileen McGarry (Primark), Roy Smyth (Outdoor Adventure), Alison Malfatto (Tower...
Sep 10, 2025


Northern Ireland bakery brings iconic Lamingtons to M&S shelves across the UK and Ireland
Laura Harper, Trading Director Ireland and Northern Ireland at M&S and JP Lyttle, Commercial & Product Development Director at Genesis...
Sep 9, 2025


Fairhill partners with Coaching for Christ to support young players in Ballymena
Valerie McLernon - Centre Manager of Fairhill Shopping Centre and Rodney Weir - Head of Development at Coaching for Christ with members...
Sep 8, 2025


Robin Swann MP welcomes RAF SME procurement hub to boost Northern Ireland businesses
South Antrim MP Robin Swann South Antrim MP Robin Swann has welcomed the Ministry of Defence’s announcement that it will establish a new...
Sep 8, 2025


Curry lovers rejoice: Ballymena Spice opens with authentic Indian flavours and 30% discount
Ballymena welcomes a new flavour this week with the official opening of Ballymena Spice Indian Cuisine , offering authentic dishes,...
Sep 7, 2025


Hafner’s Sausages launches £5,000 County Antrim sports fund for 2025
Grassroots sports clubs and community groups across County Antrim are being encouraged to apply for the Hafner’s Sports Fund 2025, which...
Sep 6, 2025


RAF launches SME hub in Northern Ireland to expand procurement opportunities
Northern Ireland businesses are set to benefit from a major expansion in defence procurement, with the Royal Air Force pledging to...
Sep 6, 2025


Ballymena’s economic win: Planning first step approved for JAQ Group’s new £11M factory
CGI of JAQ Group’s proposed new £11 million fragrance manufacturing facility on Moorfields Road, Ballymena. In a transformative...
Sep 5, 2025
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