James Smith

Scotland 500 Data Show Strength in Scotland’s Economic Diversity: Inaugural Ranking Unveiled

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March 14, 2026 — Edinburgh Scotsman Insider, a joint publication of The Scotsman and Insider Media, launched the inaugural Scotland 500 ranking on March 13, listing Scotland’s top 500 companies by averaged rankings of turnover and pre-tax profit. Scotland 500 data show strength in Scotland’s economic diversity, highlighting mature firms across sectors and regions that … Read more

Bawag Walks Away from Finance Ireland Acquisition Talks, Continues Pursuit of Permanent TSB

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March 14, 2026 — Dublin Austrian banking group Bawag walks away from Finance Ireland acquisition talks, ending negotiations to buy the Irish non-bank lender owned by US investment firm Pimco without reaching a deal, multiple reports confirmed on March 12, 2026. The development leaves no clear reasons for the breakdown, amid Bawag’s ongoing interest in … Read more

Version 1 Plans Major Tech Investment in Northern Ireland, Creating 400 New Jobs

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March 14, 2026 — Belfast, Northern Ireland Economy Minister Dr. Caoimhe Archibald welcomed plans by global technology company Version 1 to expand its operations here, committing to create approximately 400 new skilled roles over the next three years. Version 1 plans major tech investment in Northern Ireland, creating 400 new jobs, focusing on AI innovation, … Read more

Isle of Man to Host Spring Interceltic Business Forum for the First Time

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March 14, 2026 — Douglas, Isle of Man The Isle of Man will host the Spring Interceltic Business Forum for the first time on Thursday, April 16, 2026, at the Villa Marina’s Royal Hall, drawing business leaders, innovators and policymakers from Celtic nations including Ireland, Scotland, Wales, Cornwall, Brittany and Galicia, after initial tickets sold … Read more

Irish Companies Pledge £937m Investment in UK, Boosting Regions Like South Wales and Scotland

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March 13, 2026 — Cork, Ireland UK Prime Minister Sir Keir Starmer announced that Irish companies pledge £937m investment in UK, boosting regions like South Wales and Scotland. The commitment from 15 Irish firms, revealed ahead of the second UK-Ireland Summit, targets sectors including energy, AI, tech, and infrastructure, with an expected creation of around … Read more

Celtic Freeport Hydrogen Plant Given Green Light in Wales: Milestone for Green Hydrogen Production

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March 13, 2026 — Milford Haven, Pembrokeshire, Wales — MorGen Energy has reached the final investment decision for the West Wales Hydrogen project, known as the Celtic Freeport Hydrogen Plant Given Green Light in Wales[https://businessnewswales.com/celtic-freeport-hydrogen-plant-given-green-light], advancing green hydrogen production at the Milford Haven Tax Site. The facility, supported by the UK Government’s Hydrogen Allocation Round … Read more

Irish Companies Announce £937 Million Investment in the UK, Creating 850 Jobs Across South Wales, Scotland, London, and Doncaster

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March 12, 2026 — Cork, Republic of Ireland UK Prime Minister Sir Keir Starmer announced that Irish companies announce £937 million investment in the UK, creating 850 jobs across South Wales, Scotland, London, and Doncaster. The major economic deal, unveiled ahead of the second UK-Ireland Summit, highlights strengthening UK-Ireland ties post-Brexit and focuses on sectors … Read more