Centre of excellence opens on Leeside
A new centre of excellence was opened in Cork city this week giving the company access to “exceptional software and engineering talent”.
Acuity Inc., an industrial technology company, opened a Global Digital Centre of Excellence which is expected to create more than 100 highly skilled jobs in the area over the next three years.
Neil Ashe, President and Chief Executive Officer of Acuity Inc., said: “Acuity is positioned for long term growth. We are innovators, disruptors and builders. We use technology to solve problems in spaces, light and more things to come.
“Our Digital Centre of Excellence in Cork brings together the best of Acuity’s technologies, serving as a hub for research and development to build software expertise and innovation. This expansion strengthens our multi-national footprint and gives us access to exceptional software and engineering talent to drive data-forward, innovative work that will shape the future of our technology.”
The project is supported by the Irish Government through IDA Ireland.
Minister of Public Expenditure, Infrastructure, Public Service Reform and Digitalisation Jack Chambers said: “The opening of Acuity’s Digital Centre of Excellence in Cork is a testament to the city’s growing reputation as a hub for technology and innovation. This centre will provide Acuity with access to our skilled workforce and supportive business environment, driving their mission to create impactful technological solutions.”
“Acuity’s decision to establish a Global Digital Centre of Excellence in Cork is a significant vote of confidence in Ireland’s world-class talent, robust innovation ecosystem, and our ability to support the digital transformation of global enterprises,” said Michael Lohan, CEO of IDA Ireland.
Kevin O’Riordan, Vice President and Site Lead, Acuity Digital Centre of Excellence, said: “We are a values-driven Company empowered by our Better.Smarter.Faster operating system. Cork offers a vibrant local community and high-quality talent who are naturally aligned with our mission and values. Our team here will help shape the future of technology and deliver meaningful impact.”
Cork Chamber welcomed the official opening with its President Rob Horgan attending it.
He said: “Cork is home to a vibrant ecosystem across technology and innovation, and Acuity’s investment in the region is a further vote of confidence in Cork’s ability to compete and deliver on a global scale.”
Conor Healy, Cork Chamber CEO, added: “Considerable work has been undertaken by IDA Ireland in partnership with local stakeholders in Cork to secure this investment in the region, and we congratulate all involved on the culmination of this work in this week’s official opening.”
More jobs
Orbitus, the Cork-based Irish legal and tax advisory firm, has announced the launch of its new Human Resources (HR) offering as part of its continued expansion. The move reflects the momentum behind the firm’s ambitious growth strategy, which has seen it scale rapidly since its foundation. The firm opened its headquarters in Cork in October 2022 and began operations in September 2023 with just four employees in their Tralee office. The firm has grown to a team of 32 and continues to expand. Recruitment is underway for 15 additional positions across technology, customer experience, and tax. Over the next 12 to 24 months, Orbitus expects to more than double its workforce, with opportunities offered in both remote and hybrid positions.