Skillnet Innovation Exchange announces Southeast expansion with GreenTech HQ

New programme follows similar initiatives with hubs in Cork, Louth, Galway and Kerry

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Skillnet Ireland has announced a partnership between Skillnet Innovation Exchange and GreenTechHQ hub in Enniscorthy, Co Wexford. 

The partnership will allow SMEs within the Southeast region to pitch to, and engage with large companies.

Skillnet Innovation Exchange has reached the halfway mark of its goal of enlisting 1,000 companies by 2025, with more than 500 scaling technology companies having joined the marketplace for innovation during its first 18 months. 

The programme has already partnered with regional hubs including The Ludgate Hub in Cork, Platform 94 in Galway, The Mill, Louth, and the RDI Hub in Kerry. This nationwide expansion offers more SMEs access to a wide range of benefits, including a sales pipeline, upskilling and market insights.

GreenTechHQ caters to companies with a focus on environmentally positive technology, providing support to start-ups and scaling businesses through accelerator programmes, investor connections, and advisory services covering finance, marketing, and legal support. 

Ed Murphy, chief executive officer, GreentechHQ, said: “Today marks the beginning of an exciting journey towards the continued growth of sustainable innovation in the Southeast. GreenTechHQ is here to ignite the spark of sustainability, nurture innovation, and create a future where businesses thrive while safeguarding our planet. Together with Skillnet Innovation Exchange and Skillnet Ireland we are set to transform the Southeast into a hub of sustainable excellence and business success.”

Paul Healy, chief executive, Skillnet Ireland, said: “This partnership with GreenTechHQ will create vital opportunities for early-stage sustainability SMEs hoping to expand their business horizons and engage with larger corporations. Sustainability is a top priority for all businesses and through this collaboration, large domestic and multinational companies will benefit greatly from access to start-ups that are dedicated to helping businesses thrive in a low-carbon economy.”

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