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IEA Export Industry Awards 2026

Now in its 24th year, the Export Industry Awards continue to celebrate the achievements of Ireland’s most successful and innovative expor...

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Feature in the Exporting Excellence Report 2026

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October 2nd, 2026

Feature in the Exporting Excellence Report 2026

Invitation to Feature in the Exporting Excellence Report 2026 The Irish Exporters Association is pleased to partner with The Irish Times ...

IEA Submission: Enterprise 2035 Public Consultation

Submissions

August 13th, 2026

IEA Submission: Enterprise 2035 Public Consultation

Enterprise 2035 should build on Ireland’s strong record of job creation while broadeningenterprise policy towards a value-creation model ...

IEA Submission: Pre-Budget 2027 Recommendations

Submissions

August 10th, 2026

IEA Submission: Pre-Budget 2027 Recommendations

Ireland’s export-led economy remains one of the country’s greatest strengths. It has delivered employment, investment, tax revenues and i...

News

July 20th, 2026

Export Industry Awards 2026 Shortlist

Shortlisted Companies Announced Following a tough and thorough deliberation process by our independent judging panel, we are proud to unv...

IEA CEO Simon McKeever Attends Official Opening of Ireland’s EU Council Presidency

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July 2nd, 2026

IEA CEO Simon McKeever Attends Official Opening of Ireland’s EU Council Presidency

The IEA CEO, Simon McKeever, was honoured to attend the Official Opening Ceremony of the Irish Presidency of the Council of the EU at Dub...

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June 12th, 2026

Member Tuesday Campaign

Member Tuesday is our monthly LinkedIn initiative dedicated to showcasing the incredible businesses that make up the Irish Exporters Asso...

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May 13th, 2026

IEA Announces DHL Global Forwarding as New Sponsor of the Export Industry Awards 2026

The Irish Exporters Association (IEA) is pleased to announce that DHL Global Forwarding has joined the Export Industry Awards 2026 as a s...

IEA Warns Irish Exports are Being Damaged by Fuel Blockades

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April 10th, 2026

IEA Warns Irish Exports are Being Damaged by Fuel Blockades

The Irish Exporters Association (IEA) has warned that Ireland’s export economy risks being damaged by the escalating blockade by fuel pro...

Irish Exporters Association Announces Liam Hyland as President

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January 9th, 2026

Irish Exporters Association Announces Liam Hyland as President

Liam Hyland has been appointed as President of the Irish Exporters Association (IEA) for 2026, bringing deep international trade expertis...

The IEA CEO Simon McKeever Comments on 2026 Budget

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October 7th, 2025

The IEA CEO Simon McKeever Comments on 2026 Budget

Commenting on Budget 2026, Simon McKeever, Chief Executive of the Irish Exporters Association, said: “Whilst very disappointed with the l...

Cargo-Partner Expands Airfreight Services from the UK to 12 Key Destinations Worldwide

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September 16th, 2025

Cargo-Partner Expands Airfreight Services from the UK to 12 Key Destinations Worldwide

cargo-partner, a group company of NIPPON EXPRESS HOLDINGS, INC., and a global transport and logistics provider, has announced the expansi...

Win Combilift’s Landmark 100,000th Multidirectional Forklift and Support UNICEF

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September 12th, 2025

Win Combilift’s Landmark 100,000th Multidirectional Forklift and Support UNICEF

Irish-based manufacturer Combilift, a global leader in multi-directional and customised handling solutions, has reached yet another remar...

IEA Submission: Budget 2026 Recommendations

Submissions

August 1st, 2025

IEA Submission: Budget 2026 Recommendations

The Irish Exporters Association (IEA) presents its recommendations for Budget 2026 at a critical time for Ireland’s export sector. Repres...

Proposal to the Government of Ireland on Insurance Market Reform

Submissions

June 4th, 2025

Proposal to the Government of Ireland on Insurance Market Reform

The global exporting landscape is currently marked by unprecedented uncertaintyand volatility, driven by geopolitical tensions, trade tar...

IEA Submission: DETE Statement of Strategy 2025- 2028

Submissions

June 4th, 2025

IEA Submission: DETE Statement of Strategy 2025- 2028

Irish businesses are currently navigating a perfect storm of escalating costs,including rent, wage rates and other costs. Following the o...

IEA Submission: EU Start UP and Scale Up Strategy

Submissions

June 4th, 2025

IEA Submission: EU Start UP and Scale Up Strategy

The Irish Exporters Association (IEA) is the leading independent representative body and voice for exporters based in Ireland. The IEA re...

IEA Submission: Budget 2025 Recommendations

Submissions

June 4th, 2025

IEA Submission: Budget 2025 Recommendations

Trade plays a crucial role in Ireland’s economy, serving as a key driver ofgrowth, employment and prosperity. As a small, open economy, I...

IEA Customs and Tariff Training Course Launched to Support Enterprise Ireland Clients

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June 4th, 2025

IEA Customs and Tariff Training Course Launched to Support Enterprise Ireland Clients

The Irish Exporters Association (IEA) and Enterprise Ireland (EI) are delighted to announce a new unique training partnership, focused on...

News

April 3rd, 2025

IEA Responds to US Tariff Announcement

“The announcement marks a pivotal moment for Irish exporters and the broader economy. Despite weeks of meticulous preparation and thoroug...

IEA Submission: All-Island Strategic Rail Review

Submissions

August 9th, 2024

IEA Submission: All-Island Strategic Rail Review

The Island of Ireland has approximately 2,300 kilometres of public rail lines, operated byIarnród Éireann. Translink operates 357 kilomet...

IEA Submission: Review of National Ports Policy

Submissions

August 9th, 2024

IEA Submission: Review of National Ports Policy

A revised and updated National Ports Policy will play a crucial role in shaping and managing the development, operation, and regulation o...

Submissions

August 30th, 2023

IEA Submission: Service Area Policy 2023

Ireland’s domestic and international road freight sector is an integral part of the economy, with the vast majority of freight movements ...

IEA Submission: Poolbeg Peninsula Project

Submissions

July 4th, 2023

IEA Submission: Poolbeg Peninsula Project

The Irish Exporters Association believe the continued operation of efficient, economical, and environmentally sustainable supply chains f...

IEA Submission: Budget 2024 Recommendations

Submissions

July 4th, 2023

IEA Submission: Budget 2024 Recommendations

Irish Exporters Association submission to the Department of Finance and the Department of Public Expenditure, National Development Plan D...

IEA Submission: Mid-Term Review of the Regional Airports Programme 2021-2025

Submissions

July 4th, 2023

IEA Submission: Mid-Term Review of the Regional Airports Programme 2021-2025

The development of our regional airports plays a significant role in the overall growth and development of a region. While major internat...

Submissions

April 26th, 2023

IEA Submission: Second Offshore Renewable Energy Development Plan (OREDP II)

The Irish Exporters Association expresses concerns over the Government’s proposedRenewable Energy Development Plan II. While we support d...

IEA Submission: Corporate Sustainability Reporting Directive

Submissions

March 10th, 2023

IEA Submission: Corporate Sustainability Reporting Directive

The Irish Exporters Association have expressed concerns about the seismic impact upcomingsustainability regulatory changes will have on o...

IEA Submission: National Risk Assessment 2023

Submissions

February 27th, 2023

IEA Submission: National Risk Assessment 2023

While the Irish economy continues to perform strongly, there are various factors that could present significant risks. As a small open ec...

Submissions

February 3rd, 2023

IEA Submission: Mid-Term Review of the Regional Airports Programme 2021-2025

The Irish Exporters Association welcome the opportunity to respond to the Department ofTransport’s mid-term review of the Regional Airpor...

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