March 12, 2026 — Douglas, Isle of Man — The Isle of Man Government announced that the Isle of Man to host Spring Interceltic Business Forum for the first time on Thursday, April 16, 2026, at the Villa Marina Colonnade Suite. The event will unite business leaders, innovators, entrepreneurs, and policymakers from the Isle of Man, Ireland, Scotland, Wales, Cornwall, Brittany, and Galicia to discuss economic opportunities and partnerships in sectors including AI, regenerative tourism, maritime, sustainable finance, and advanced manufacturing.
The full-day program, running from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m., features keynote speakers, panel discussions, and case studies, with an evening networking reception and optional Friday excursions for delegates, according to Business Isle of Man, the event host.
Key Participants and Topics
Speakers include representatives from the Scottish Business Network, Cornwall Council, Tramshed Tech, the Irish Foreign and Commonwealth Office, and Lloyds Bank International. The forum highlights the Isle of Man’s engineering and manufacturing strengths, such as Albion Knitting Company‘s relocation and growth, aligned with the Island’s Advanced Engineering and Manufacturing Strategy.
The Isle of Man, the world’s first whole-nation UNESCO Biosphere, positions itself as a hub for innovation and sustainability, making it ideal for these discussions, as noted in announcements from Business Isle of Man and the Interceltic Business Forum.
Official Statements
‘The Interceltic Business Forum is an important opportunity to bring together business and policy leaders from across the Celtic nations. Hosting the Spring Forum underlines the Isle of Man’s role as a connected and collaborative place to do business, as well as a dynamic environment that encourages innovation, ideas and creativity. We are pleased to welcome delegates to the Island and to support conversations that will help shape future partnerships and practical collaboration across the Celtic world.’
— Tim Johnston MHK, Minister for Enterprise [1]
‘The Isle of Man has a long tradition of craftsmanship and entrepreneurialism… It’s also a great opportunity to showcase what manufacturing on the Isle of Man can achieve today.’
— Chris Murphy, Founder & CEO, The Albion Knitting Company [1]
The Isle of Man to host Spring Interceltic Business Forum for the first time follows previous events in Lorient, Cardiff, Galway, and Cornwall.
Registration and Logistics
Free tickets are available via Eventbrite, with initial allocation sold out prompting an expanded venue due to demand, per the government release and Channel Eye Media. Limited spots remain for the Isle of Man to host Spring Interceltic Business Forum for the first time event.