Ennis Chamber of Commerce, Co Clare

Chambers Ireland Bulletin (February 2012)

Ennis Chamber — Fri, 03 Feb 2012 16:27:53 +0000

The Chambers Ireland Bulletin for the current month has now been published.
To view the Bulletin please click here: Chambers Ireland Bulletin

Business Lunch: Making Ennis Interesting and Relevant

Ennis Chamber — Fri, 03 Feb 2012 12:12:51 +0000

Ennis native and Chief Executive of Avolon, Dómhnal Slattery will address the business community at a Business Lunch on Friday the 17^th of February. Mr. Slattery will speak on the topic of “Making Ennis Interesting and Relevant”, a subject with broad appeal to anyone interested in the progress and future of the town.

Dómhnal Slattery is currently Chief Executive Officer of Avolon, www.avolon.aero which is headquartered in Dublin and has offices in Connecticut, Singapore and Shanghai. Avolon provides aircraft leasing and lease management services to airlines and aircraft investors worldwide. Since its launch in May 2010, Avolon has raised US$4.0 billion as well as bilateral loans with 17 of the world’s leading aerospace banks. Avolon’s portfolio consists of 95 aircraft and is the youngest fleet in the industry. It has 26 airline customers in 18 countries. Mr. Slattery was born in Ennis and educated in St. Flannan’s College and the National University of Ireland, Galway. Dómhnal’s father Jack was a well-known shop-keeper in Market Street. With business interests in Ennis, Dómhnal regularly returns home to his native town and has an active interest in promoting the positive development of the town.

Speaking about the event, CEO of Ennis Chamber, Rita Mc Inerney said “We are delighted that Dómhnal Slattery has accepted our invitation to speak at our Business Lunch. We such a vast international experience, particularly in aviation, Mr. Slattery can give a unique perspective on where the future growth for Ennis can come from. We would encourage anyone with an interest in this objective to attend.”

The Business Lunch will take place from 12.30pm-2pm on Friday the 17^th of February in the Old Ground Hotel, O’Connell Street. The cost for the event is €20 including a 3 course lunch and places are limited. For bookings contact Ennis Chamber on 065-684 2988 or email: info@ennischamber.ie by Wednesday the 15^th of February.

EU Summit: Chambers welcome concrete measures for growth and jobs

Ennis Chamber — Wed, 01 Feb 2012 10:15:26 +0000

Chambers Ireland in a press release issued on tuesday, 31st January 2012 joined with Chamber colleagues in Eurochambres in welcoming the EU Summit conclusions on growth and jobs which are mostly positive and suggest that Governments are finally prepared to instigate structural reforms.
We welcome the proposal to use the EU budget to leverage European Investment Bank financing capacity and thus enhance the capacity of banks to lend to small businesses. This is in line with an ongoing European Chambers led initiative to establish a European Central Guarantee Fund for loans and equity, and should provide relief to businesses in the short term.
We note and welcome the focus on Vocational Education and Training as a key tool for tackling youth unemployment and bridging the skills gap. The intention to redirect EU funds to concentrate on apprenticeships and traineeships is welcome.Speaking this afternoon, Ian Talbot, Chambers Ireland Chief Executive said, “It will be important for Irish agencies to ensure that this country secures an appropriate tranche of funding under these finance and vocational training initiatives that will further underpin our efforts to rebalance and steady the economy since the downturn started in 2007.”

For further information contact Amy Woods, Chambers Ireland on 01 400 4300 or email amy.woods@chambers.ie or Seán Murphy, Chambers Ireland on 086 819 8766 or email sean.murphy@chambers.ie.

CCI-IBF Small Business Finance Website

Ennis Chamber — Fri, 27 Jan 2012 11:13:07 +0000

Chambers Ireland in association with the Irish Bank Federation has issued an invitation to the launch of a Small Business Finance Website on Thursday, 9th February 2012.
For particulars on the launch click here: IBF Small Business Finance Website

Ernst & Young Entrepreneur of the Year Launch

Ennis Chamber — Fri, 27 Jan 2012 10:41:31 +0000

The Ernst & Young Entrepreneur of the Year launch will take placeat a breakfast reception in the Clarion Hotel on 14th February 2012.
For full particulars please click here: EOY Limerick launch invite

Asia Pacific Chambers Congress (APCC)

Ennis Chamber — Fri, 27 Jan 2012 10:22:56 +0000

The first Asia Pacific Chambers Congress (APCC) which will be held in Kunshan, Jiangsu Province, China from 29th March to the morning of 30th March, 2012. Hosted by China Chamber of International Commerce (CCOIC), the Congress aims at strengthening close links and cooperation among the Asia Pacific business community, promoting economic recovery in the Asia Pacific region, discussing economic and trade issues in the Asia Pacific region, and advancing regional economic and trade cooperation. It will provide an effective platform for chambers of commerce and business associations in the Asia Pacific region to cooperate and exchange ideas. Please find attached briefing on the Asia Pacific Chambers Congress, a letter of invitation for the Asia Pacific Chambers Congress, the draft agenda for APCC registration form. Should you have any questions, please feel free to contact Ms. Zhang Zhou at zhangzhou@ccoic.cn, +8610-82217867 (Phone) or Mr. Liu Shaobo at liushaobo@ccoic.cn, +8610-82217813 (Phone).

China International Import Expo (CIE 2012)

Ennis Chamber — Fri, 27 Jan 2012 10:17:36 +0000

In order to adapt to China’s latest import expansion policy and strong market demand, the China International Import Expo (CIE 2012) will be held from March 29 to 31, 2012 in Kunshan (near to Shanghai), Jiangsu Province, China. The pavilion for energy-saving and environmental protection industry is an important part of the expo. With the help of the database of 100,000 main Chinese import companies the CIE 2012 will invite Chinese companies in the energy-saving and environmental protection circle to visit and purchase during the expo. More information, including an invitation to this event is available in the attached documents. Should you have any further questions, please contact Jo Zhang, China International Chamber of Commerce, Tel: +86 10 82217867, Fax: +86 10 82217898, Email: zhangzhou@ccoic.cn

Draft Framework for Sustainable Development for Ireland Published for Public Consultation

Ennis Chamber — Wed, 18 Jan 2012 16:23:25 +0000

The Minister for the Environment, Community and Local Government, Mr. Phil Hogan T.D., on 23rd December 2011 published a new draft Framework for Sustainable Development for Ireland for public consultation.
The draft Framework for Sustainable Development in Ireland is now available for public consultation and may be downloaded on the webpages of the Department of the Environment, Community and Local Government (www.environ.ie)
To view the Ministers Press Release click here: Draft Framework for Sustainable Development for Ireland Published for Public Consultation

Correct Funding Model Essential for Delivering Water Supply

Ennis Chamber — Wed, 18 Jan 2012 15:28:55 +0000

Chambers Ireland has welcomed the announcement of a six-week public consultation on the fundamental reforms of the water sector that the Government must introduce.Seán Murphy, Chambers Ireland Deputy Chief Executive said, “Chambers Ireland have long called for the introduction of domestic water charges as a means of containing costs and ensuring adequate future funding for critical investment in our water infrastructure. The establishment of a suitable funding regime can deliver significant cost savings for all stakeholders, optimise investment and secure Ireland’s reputation as a clean, green economy, which is essential to attracting foreign investment and supporting our industry and tourism market.”
“The introduction of domestic water charges will help to ensure that water providers have a sustainable and predictable source of income to fund infrastructure investments, to target and reduce the high levels of unaccounted for water (ufw) in the Irish water system and to drive consumer awareness of conservation. Chambers Ireland looks forward to contributing to the consultation process,” Murphy concluded.
For further information please contact Jessica Dempsey-Staines on 086 6081605 or jessica.dempsey@chambers.ie

Ennis-Phoenix Youth Ambassador Programme 2012

Ennis Chamber — Wed, 18 Jan 2012 14:43:16 +0000

Invitations are invited by the Ennis-Phoenix Twinning Board from suitable candidates to participate in the 2012 Youth Ambassador Programme.

To view Information Note for Schools click here: Notice for Schools 2012
To view Phoenix Student Rules 2012 click here: Phoenix Student Rules 2012