The IDA alongside key stakeholders such as Kerry County Council, MTU, Enterprise Ireland and our local business support groups play a pivotal role in attracting and supporting foreign direct investment (FDI).

One of the key strengths of County Kerry lies in its ability to seamlessly integrate a thriving indigenous sector with a growing FDI community. The importance of nurturing a strong FDI community alongside our well-established indigenous sector is critical to the growth of our entire enterprise ecosystem. While our indigenous businesses have deep roots in the county, contributing significantly to job creation and economic stability, the influx of FDI companies brings new opportunities, expertise, and innovation. This collaboration allows for knowledge sharing, skills transfer, and the creation of a dynamic business ecosystem that keeps our region competitive on a global scale.

There are currently 17 IDA supported client companies in Kerry which employ over 2000 people, fostering innovation, and driving significant economic growth in our region. 

Explore our FDI community:

Astellas Ireland’s Kerry Plant manufactures a range of treatments, including the immunosuppressant Prograf® which is supplied globally from Killorglin.The Kerry Plant was established in Killorglin in 1990 and currently employs 250 permanent staff. As part of…

Combining the longstanding market presence of well-known trusted brands with the drive and vibrancy of a new highly-focused operation, Celeros FT represents a major force in flow control technology. Spun out of the SPX FLOW Group, the company fully concentrates on…

We offer a range of pharmaceutical services including filling and packing, specialist storage, serialisation and manufacturing.

At Clarity, we help plan and manage your business travel down to the last detail. No matter where your business takes you, Clarity’s global business travel management solutions and corporate travel services will be by your side, helping you save on fares, be more organised…

As a pioneer of wind energy technology and a partner of the energy transition, ENERCON specialises in the turbine and technology development, production, sales and servicing of onshore wind energy converters. Pursuing its mission of ‘Energy for the world’, ENERCON has…

JRI America, Inc., is a subsidiary of the Japanese IT financial services company, Japan Research Institute Ltd ("JRI"​), which is the specialist IT subsidiary of Sumitomo Mitsui Financial Group ("SMFG"​). SMFG which owns Japan's second-largest bank…

Liebherr (Ireland) Ltd. was established in Killarney in 1958 and was the first Liebherr factory outside of Germany. Large tower cranes were manufactured here and for many years, the world’s largest tower cranes were built in Killarney by Liebherr. In 1967, manufacturing of…

Listal Ltd is owned by Industrie Borla S p A. The Company was established in Listowel, Co Kerry in 1993. The Company manufactures filters and components for the world’s healthcare markets. Listal has many years’ experience in shipping goods to customers…

STATE-OF-THE-ART INDUSTRIAL SOLUTIONS FROM A SINGLE SOURCE Reliable export packaging from MetPro is used all over the world to bring the highest quality industrial goods safely to their destination. Whether VCI film or paper for temporary corrosion protection, barrier film…

The RORA MOTION Groups headquarter is located in Bad Reichenhall. The centre of excellence for the development and sales of elastomer, plastic and multi-component parts is located there. The manufacturing facility is located in Tralee.  Here we manufacture plastic…

Skellig is a collective of Engineers & Professionals who work to provide Optimal Automation, Process, Instrumentation and Project Solutions in the Biotech & Pharmaceutical Industries.

ST Engineering iDirect is a global leader in satellite communications (satcom) providing technology and solutions that enable its customers to expand their business, differentiate their services and optimize their satcom networks. With over 35 years of…

The Aenova Group is a leading global contract manufacturer and development services provider for the pharmaceutical and healthcare industry. Our services include end-to-end manufacturing and development of all dosage forms and potency levels (ranging from nutraceuticals to…

We are experts in innovative fuel systems and high performance small engine operation.  Founded as The Tillotson Mfg. Co. in 1914 in Toledo, Ohio, we first manufactured float carburetors for the burgeoning automotive industry. We grew along with the…

Tropical Sky is an award-winning company with a reputation for crafting luxury tailor-made holidays. With an emphasis on great service and expert advice, we strive to create holidays that provide you with the best value possible within your chosen budget. We're passionate…

Warburton Technology is an Irish SME, engaged in the development and licencing of injectable trace mineral formulations, in the large animal veterinary arena, under the Multimin trademark.

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