Pictured: Chris Stagg, Vodafone; Minister for Education Norma Foley; and Ronan Whelan, Siro

Killarney Innovation Centre joins Gigabit Hub Initiative

Start-ups to benefit from full fibre 1Gb/s connectivity
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Pictured: Chris Stagg, Vodafone; Minister for Education Norma Foley; and Ronan Whelan, Siro

9 September 2024

Killarney Innovation Centre has become the latest member of the Siro-Vodafone Gigabit Hub initiative. The partnership is set to accelerate innovation and business growth in the Kerry region by providing the Centre’s dynamic community of more than 20 companies with access to gigabit full fibre broadband.

The Centre has been a cornerstone of Munster’s entrepreneurial ecosystem Since its establishment in the late 1990s, where it houses an array of companies – ranging from financial treasury solutions and software development to sports statistical analysis.

More than 120 businesses have found a home within its walls, collectively creating thousands of jobs, stimulating local supply chains, and significantly contributing to the local economy.

 

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The Centre joins more than 20 leading digital hubs across Ireland, including Galway’s PorterShed, Skibbereen’s Ludgate Hub, and Dundalk’s Creative Spark, in benefiting from Vodafone-Siro’s Gigabit Hub initiative.

As a not-for-profit organisation, the Killarney Innovation Centre has consistently offered a nurturing environment for start-ups, SMEs, and established businesses. With high-quality facilities, including flexible office spaces, co-working areas, and modern meeting rooms, the Centre has played a crucial role in driving economic development and job creation in the region.

Integrating Siro’s Gigabit broadband will greatly enhance the Centre’s capabilities, offering unparalleled internet speeds that support advanced technological applications such as AI, Big Data, or cloud computing, and seamless global communication. This upgrade will attract more start-ups and established businesses to Killarney, further stimulating economic growth and innovation.

Siro chief commercial officer Ronan Whelan, said: “At Siro, we believe that access to fibre connectivity is a crucial driver of innovation and economic growth. It’s essential for all businesses that want to adopt digital technologies to grow their business. By providing the Killarney Innovation Centre with Gigabit full fibre broadband, they will enjoy enhanced technological capabilities, empowering them to support local businesses and jobs.”

Manager of Killarney Innovation Centre Conor O’Leary said: “With 1Gb/s speeds now available, our clients can benefit from top-tier connectivity essential for driving innovation and growth. This advancement represents a major step forward in our mission to nurture creativity and support the next generation of entrepreneurs and businesses in Killarney and the greater Kerry region. It underscores our ongoing commitment to providing our clients with the best possible supports and services.”

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