March 15, 2026 — Belfast, Northern Ireland
Economy Minister Dr. Caoimhe Archibald welcomed plans for major tech investment creating 400 new jobs in Northern Ireland by Version 1, as announced in an official Department for the Economy press release. The Dublin-headquartered IT services firm aims to expand its Belfast operations over the next three years with support from Invest NI.
Official Announcement
The Department for the Economy stated that Version 1, a global technology company currently employing around 500 people in Belfast, plans to create approximately 400 new tech roles. This expansion was highlighted in the minister’s endorsement, emphasizing its significance for the local economy.
Economy Minister Dr Caoimhe Archibald has welcomed today’s news that global technology company Version 1 plans to expand its Northern Ireland headcount over the next three years, creating approximately 400 new roles.
Media Coverage
BBC News provided coverage of the minister welcomes plans for major tech investment creating 400 new jobs in Northern Ireland by Version 1. The Irish News reported the commitment to 400 Belfast-based tech jobs, noting Version 1’s existing presence. The Brief NI detailed the minister’s welcome of the plan.
MSN aggregated the Irish News story on the investment.
Social Media Response
The announcement gained traction on social platforms. The Department for the Economy NI Facebook and Instagram posts linked to the press release. An X post from Economy NI shared the news. Version 1’s LinkedIn referenced the investment.
This development underscores ongoing efforts to bolster Northern Ireland’s tech sector.