Companies - Thursday 18 April, 2013
Diageo records rising worldwide sales – but European sales slide
The world’s biggest producer of alcoholic drinks says sales in some emerging markets didn’t rise as much as expected.
Aldi to create 300 jobs around the country
The discount supermarket chain already opened its 100th store today – and plans to open another 20 over the next three years.
World business leaders meet in Dublin to advance transatlantic trade deal
The round table discussion will coincide with the meeting of EU trade ministers at Dublin Castle.
Companies - Wednesday 17 April, 2013
Bord Gáis says 100,000 customers have agreed repayment plans
The energy company released its annual report today which showed that 62,000 pay-as-you-go meters are now installed in Irish homes.
Tesco leaves US as profits drop by 51 per cent
The supermarket behemoth said the further round of austerity measures has impacted customer spending in Ireland.
Companies - Tuesday 16 April, 2013
American Airlines grounds all flights because of tech glitch
Systems have now been fully restored but delays and cancellations are expected.
Aer Lingus to let passengers check in bags evening before flight
The airline has launched its evening check-in service, giving passengers the option to check-in their baggage at the airport the evening before their scheduled flight.
Is RTÉ to charge international viewers for watching online?
A spokesperson has said shows such as the Late Late Show and Saturday Night Show won’t incur a charge to view.
Companies - Saturday 13 April, 2013
Bill Cullen says ‘entrepreneurs have no future’ following hotel receivership
Bill Cullen and Jackie Lavin have said that they are “devastated” following the decision to reappoint a receiver to the Muckross Park Hotel in Killarney, Co Kerry.
Companies - Friday 12 April, 2013
As Norwegian PM boycotts Ryanair, O’Leary insists staff not treated like slaves
Norwegian prime minister Jens Stoltenberg said he would never travel Ryanair as it is sued by two former stewards for unfair dismissal.
Games manufacturer EA cuts jobs in Galway
Just seven months ago, the company announced 300 new jobs under an IDA Ireland-supported expansion.
Companies - Thursday 11 April, 2013
Toyota recall: Car maker joins Honda, Nissan, Mazda in Irish car recall
Toyota has recalled 22,000 cars in addition to Nissan, Honda and Mazda which have recalled over 15,000 cars between them.
Diageo to cease operations at Waterford brewery
Twenty-one jobs will be lost.
New regulations will see private clamper fees capped
The National Transport Authority will now be in charge of regulating the clamping industry in Ireland.
Companies - Wednesday 10 April, 2013
‘Voluntary repair action’ launched in Ireland for dishwashers at risk of causing fire
The same models of dishwasher were recalled in Britain in 2011 but the company said it had not found a pattern of failures in Ireland until now.
Companies - Tuesday 9 April, 2013
Bute found in Asda’s corned beef product
The supermarket said testing revealed “very low levels” of the drug.
130 jobs to go in Alkermes’ Athlone facility
The company said the decision was made following a reduction in demand for certain pharmaceutical products.
KPMG fires partner in LA office for allegedly sharing insider trading tips
KPMG have now resigned as the auditor of Herbalife “as a result of this individual’s behaviour”.
The top selling butter in Germany is… Kerrygold
The Irish Dairy Board’s report today also revealed that profits were up by 10.8% in 2012.
Horsemeat scandal to play ‘significant role’ in Irish food business growth
A new Europe-wide focus on labelling and traceability could increase turnover for these businesses over the next year, according to a new report.
53% drop in rate of mishandled luggage in last six years
However the total number of mishandled bags was 26.04 million, up from 25.8 million in 2011.
LowLow takes on diet clichés in new ad campaign
“Cos women and muffins can’t co-exist”
SIPTU expresses anger over ongoing case with Killarney Golf Club
Killarney Golf Club is seeking to make 24 out of 40 staff redundant.
Companies - Monday 8 April, 2013
Novartis to create 100 jobs in Dublin
A day of mixed fortunes for Ireland’s job count.
Avon Cosmetics ceases trading in Ireland, cuts 400 jobs
The company said today that the job cuts equate to about 1 per cent of Avon’s 39,100 employees.
New Hewlett Packard facility to create 150 construction jobs
The 87,000 square foot facility will be dedicated to software research and development, cloud technology and business services.
Companies - Sunday 7 April, 2013
The Irish start-up that went on a 3,000km road trip to success*
Meet the Soundwave guys whose photo travelogue shows how sometimes you have to take the road less travelled – literally – to get stuff done. *(fingers crossed)
Careers clinic: Speaking skills for job seekers
Non-profit organisation Toastmasters helps members improve communication skills – and has some tips for those facing an interview.
11 amazing new feats of architecture
Restaurants teetering on the edge, pop-up libraries, stunning skyscrapers – some of the winning designs in Architizer’s A+ contest.
Companies - Saturday 6 April, 2013
IKEA pulls 18,000 moose lasagnes over mislabelling worries
Traces of pork were found in the meal.
Noonan insists IBRC staff can only get statutory redundancy
Staff at the former Anglo Irish Bank have seen previously agreed redundancy packages invalidated following the dramatic liquidation of the financial institution in February.
PepsiCo exec admits Diet Pepsi is basically only for women
It’s “targeted at females who love home design” apparently as marketing director reveals tactic to help ailing sales.
How do you stop your water bottle leaking onto your iPad?
Hundreds of secondary school students are creating businesses for national entrepreneurship final. This little invention is just one of the entries.
Companies - Friday 5 April, 2013
HMV may return to Ireland after buyout of UK business
Hilco, which previously saved the A-Wear business in Ireland, has bought the UK arm of HMV – and wants to come back to Ireland.
Companies - Thursday 4 April, 2013
Vita Cortex workers meet with Noam Chomsky in Cork
During their protest last year, Chomsky send workers messages of support commending them for their “courageous and honourable actions”
Union warns of ‘further serious action’, tells IBRC staff not to cooperate with NAMA
The Irish Bank Officials Association has told IBRC workers not to cooperate with NAMA amid an ongoing dispute over redundancy terms for workers at the liquidated bank.
Denis O’Brien assembles consortium to bid for Myanmar mobile license
O’Brien has joined forces with George Soros and Serge Pun to secure one of two new telecommunications licences for the country formally known as Burma.
Companies - Wednesday 3 April, 2013
Fujifilm discontinues production of motion picture film
The company had said last year that the dramatic decrease in demand has become far too great a burden.
Netflix CEO cleared after posting company information on Facebook
The chief executive of Netflix, Reed Hastings, posted the information before investors had been informed.
Companies - Tuesday 2 April, 2013
Police in Co Down investigating counterfeit notes scam
Fake £20 notes have been used a number of times in local shops in the Newtownards area.
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