March 13, 2026 — Douglas, Isle of Man The Isle of Man to host the first Spring Interceltic Business Forum, bringing together business leaders, innovators, and policymakers from Ireland, Scotland, Wales, Cornwall, and Brittany. This event, hosted by Business Isle of Man next month following a sell-out previous forum, focuses on collaboration across Celtic nations in business and innovation, as announced by the Isle of Man Government on March 12.
The forum marks the first time the event is held on the Isle of Man, scheduled for Thursday, April 16, 2026, at the Villa Marina’s Royal Albert Hall or Colonnade Suite in Douglas. Initially, tickets sold out quickly, prompting a move to a larger venue due to high demand. It aims to strengthen economic connections among Celtic regions, including the Isle of Man, Ireland, Scotland, Wales, Cornwall, Brittany, and Galicia.
Event Focus and Agenda
Isle of Man to host the first Spring Interceltic Business Forum, bringing together business leaders, innovators, and policymakers from Ireland, Scotland, Wales, Cornwall, and Brittany. The full-day program starting at 9:00 a.m. features keynote speakers, panel discussions, and case studies on AI, regenerative tourism, maritime sectors, sustainable finance, advanced manufacturing, and community/diaspora engagement, according to Manx.News coverage.
Previous forums were held in Lorient, Cardiff, Galway, and Cornwall, building momentum for this Isle of Man debut, as noted in Business Isle of Man news.
Speakers and Highlights
Key speakers include representatives from the Scottish Business Network, Cornwall Council, Tramshed Tech, the Irish Foreign and Commonwealth Office, and Lloyds Bank International. A case study on The Albion Knitting Company‘s relocation to the Isle of Man will showcase advanced manufacturing strengths.
Official Statements
Isle of Man to host the first Spring Interceltic Business Forum, bringing together business leaders, innovators, and policymakers from Ireland, Scotland, Wales, Cornwall, and Brittany. Minister for Enterprise Tim Johnston MHK stated:
“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.”
Chris Murphy, Founder & CEO of The Albion Knitting Company, added:
“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.”
Registration and Coverage
Isle of Man to host the first Spring Interceltic Business Forum, bringing together business leaders, innovators, and policymakers from Ireland, Scotland, Wales, Cornwall, and Brittany. Free tickets with limited spaces are available via Eventbrite, where the full agenda is listed. Local outlets like Biosphere.im and social media from Isle of Man Department for Enterprise promote the networking opportunity. For related Celtic events, see Cornwall Congress sitemap.
