Cork Chamber, Dublin Chamber and Northern Ireland Chamber of Commerce and Industry jointly launched the Tri-Region Partnership Agenda, unveiling a shared roadmap for strengthening economic connectivity, investment and innovation across the island of Ireland.
The launch which brought together business leaders, academics, key regional stakeholders and policymakers was part of a two day series of engagements and discussions focused on unlocking opportunity through collaboration.
The Partnership sets out a clear purpose: to enhance all-island business connectivity and regional economic collaboration through coordinated advocacy, strategic investment shared economic ambition and tangible actions. Its newly launched agenda focuses on: Delivering higher-speed rail links between Cork, Dublin and Belfast; Restoring direct air connectivity between Cork and Belfast; Securing long-term port investment to support trade and offshore renewable development; Building all-island innovation clusters in sectors such as life sciences, fintech and clean energy; and Strengthening tourism links and a shared modern brand for the island
AMBITION
Conor Healy, CEO of Cork Chamber, said that Cork is playing ‘a central role in shaping Ireland’s economic future’.
“We have many strengths in our region, and partnerships and collaboration enhance all of our opportunities. The Tri-Region agenda launch shows the ambition for growth across our regions. We face similar challenges and with joined up thinking and planning, our governments can unlock a more connected and prosperous island for all,” he said.
The event marks a significant milestone in formalising collaboration between the three Chambers, providing a powerful platform to influence policy and champion the needs of the island’s major business centres.
