NI Chamber News
Building a More Competitive Northern Ireland
Northern Ireland’s business community continues to show remarkable resilience. Across our manufacturers, service firms and growing tech sector, there remains...
Opportunities Take Off: Belfast International Airport Joins NI Chamber’s Meet the Buyer
On Thursday 6 November, NI Chamber will host its annual Meet the Buyer; an event designed to connect buyers with significant procurement needs with suppliers in the local market.
Resilient but stretched: NI Chamber and QUB report highlights softening business conditions
While businesses in Northern Ireland remain resilient, firms continue to face sustained cost pressures, particularly from wages and taxation. A...
Northern Ireland’s business excellence on show as 2025 Chamber Award winners celebrated
The Fitzwilliam Hotel played host to an exclusive celebration breakfast Monday 13 October, where NI Chamber, in partnership with Deloitte,...
Summit hears call for ‘radical action’ on skills
NI Chamber has called for ‘radical action’ on skills development in Northern Ireland, citing the need to accelerate the creation of a responsive system which meets the needs of a rapidly changing business environment.
MJM to share growth story with NI Chamber members
Growing and ambitious businesses are invited to learn from the growth story of MJM Marine at an NI Chamber event...
Championing Northern Ireland Innovation
Northern Ireland’s business community played a prominent role at the recent Labour Party Conference in Liverpool, with NI Chamber hosting a series of events designed to showcase the region’s strengths and potential.
Workforce Summit to Build a ‘Future-Ready’ Skills Landscape
NI Chamber’s 2025 Future Workforce Summit has been curated to help shape a future-ready skills landscape in Northern Ireland.
NI Chamber and QUB address Labour Party Conference
The 2025 Labour Party Conference has heard why Northern Ireland is a ‘perfect testbed for innovation’ at an event hosted...
NI Chamber and Queen’s University announce new strategic partnership
NI Chamber and Queen’s University Belfast have announced a landmark strategic partnership designed to strengthen collaboration between business and academia...
Cork, Dublin and Northern Ireland Chambers Launch Tri-Region Partnership Agenda to Boost All-Island Growth
Cork Chamber, Dublin Chamber and Northern Ireland Chamber of Commerce and Industry jointly launched the Tri-Region Partnership Agenda, unveiling a shared...
Crossing the AI Frontier
MIT Entrepreneur in Residence, Paul Cheek is set to address businesses, start-ups and public sector leaders during a two-day conference...
Time to deliver at Stormont
As the Northern Ireland Assembly returns from recess this week, the business community is clear about what’s needed – and...
Driving connections at NI Chamber Golf Day
NI Chamber is bringing its 2025 Annual Golf Day to Galgorm Castle Golf Club for the first time. The Ballymena...
NI Chamber to host business breakfast for finance professionals
Finance professionals are invited to join NI Chamber and Bank of Ireland for a business breakfast on Friday 5 September....
Business survey underscores need for clarity and robust support, says NI Chamber
The vast majority of businesses in Northern Ireland (79%) continue to trade well or reasonably, despite numerous headwinds, according to the...
NI can be a standout beneficiary of UK–India trade deal
When the UK and India signed their Free Trade Agreement (FTA) in July, it marked the UK government’s most ambitious...
Raising a glass to NI Chamber’s summer social
In partnership with Hill Vellacott, NI Chamber's summer social is an opportunity for members to connect in a relaxed and social setting.
Business on the run: NI Chamber launches summer run club
NI Chamber is inviting businesspeople to lace up their trainers and join a pop-up run club this summer.
Northern Ireland’s Wastewater Crisis Is Strangling Growth, Stalling Homes, and Failing Communities
What’s at stake here isn’t just a new fiscal model - it’s about making Northern Ireland a place where businesses want to invest, where young people can afford to live, and where infrastructure serves everyone in society.
Joint Position Paper Proposes Potential Solutions to Wastewater Crisis in Northern Ireland
A joint position paper, published today, commissioned by NI Chamber, the Construction Employers Federation (CEF), and the Northern Ireland Federation...
‘Brave politics needs business support’ says NI Chamber President
Addressing more than 500 business leaders in Titanic Belfast today, NI Chamber President Kailash Chada said that “brave politics needs...
Writing the next chapter
Northern Ireland is brimming with potential. As I begin my term as President of NI Chamber, I do so with...
Broadcaster Fiona Bruce to speak at NI Chamber Annual Lunch
Broadcaster Fiona Bruce is set to be the guest speaker at NI Chamber’s 2025 Annual Lunch. The popular business event will be hosted by new President Kailash Chada, in Titanic Belfast on Friday, 20 June.
Kailash Chada is new NI Chamber President
Kailash Chada has been appointed as the new President of NI Chamber. The Group CEO at Phoenix Energy succeeds Cat McCusker,...
EU-UK Reset will not solve all the challenges but is a step in the right direction
Commenting on the announcement of a deal reached between the EU and UK at today’s Summit in London, NI Chamber’s...
A year in reflection
Over the past year, I have had the privilege of witnessing the resilience of our business community and how challenge...
Chamber Business Awards 2025 | Entries Now Open
Recognising and rewarding excellence in local business, the Chamber Business Awards is one of the UK’s most contested and prestigious...
Update on NI Chamber Council Nominations
As we do at this time every year, the Board has reviewed the current NI Chamber Council membership. While we...
NI Chamber President to lead business leaders’ hike
NI Chamber President Cat McCusker will lead a group of business leaders on a fundraising hike up Slieve Donard on...
Sustaining Momentum: A clarion call to policy makers
NI Chamber’s Q1 2025 Quarterly Economic Survey report illustrates that while businesses continue to grapple with high labour costs, inflation...
Call for policy makers to be ‘courageous’ in supporting NI businesses
NI Chamber has urged policy makers in Stormont and Westminster to be ‘courageous’ in supporting businesses through the challenging weeks and months ahead.
A time for ‘calm heads and careful assessment’ following tariff announcements
Economy Minister Dr Caoimhe Archibald has outlined five asks of the UK and Irish government, following President Trump’s announcements on US tariffs last night.
Spring Statement: Reaction from NI Chamber
“After 9 in 10 of our members found themselves under pressure to raise prices because of the Autumn Budget, it is welcome that there are no further tax rises in today’s Spring Statement."
On a mission in North Carolina
One year ago, NI Chamber signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) with the Chamber of Commerce in North Carolina. It...
Gaining ‘Momentum’ on economic growth
NI Chamber’s flagship economic conference, Momentum will return to Galgorm Resort, Ballymena on Thursday 3 April 2025.
Northern Ireland is a place of transformation, ambition and opportunity – Little-Pengelly
Deputy First Minister Emma Little-Pengelly has said economic ties between Northern Ireland and the U.S. are vital if we are to realise our full potential as a place to live, work and invest in.
Uncovering innovation: Ministers lead business mission to North Carolina
A delegation of NI Chamber members is in Raleigh, North Carolina today (Monday) as part of a business mission designed to enhance collaboration between Northern Ireland and the US State.
First Minister and deputy First Minister to lead US business delegation
Northern Ireland’s First Minister and deputy First Minister will lead NI Chamber’s business delegation to North Carolina next week.
Business Energy Taskforce to facilitate the green transition
“As a group, we are committed to working pragmatically and swiftly to support the next steps to be taken on the green transition. Business has a crucial role to play in shaping our energy landscape, and this taskforce is a powerful demonstration of our collective commitment to progress."
Seating Matters to share business growth story
Martin Tierney, Managing Director of Seating Matters is set to share his business growth story with NI Chamber members at an event on Wednesday 5 March.
Skills Barometer should make us all take stock
Last week saw the publication of the Northern Ireland Skills Barometer. At NI Chamber, we were pleased to support the launch of the report by the Ulster University Economic Policy Centre, which provides a comprehensive assessment of the future skills needs and gaps within the local economy for the next decade.
HR Professionals invited to breakfast event
NI Chamber’s popular Business Breakfast Series is back for 2025, kicking off with an event for HR professionals on Friday 28 February in Windsor Park.
New ministers urged to address NI’s wastewater funding crisis
Finance and Infrastructure Ministers today (Wednesday), to discuss solutions to the ‘critical and complex challenge’ of funding Northern Ireland’s ageing wastewater infrastructure.
Chambers spearhead all Island connectivity and economic growth
NI Chamber has come together with Dublin and Cork Chamber as part of a tri-region partnership focused on fostering deeper cooperation and connectivity.
NI Chamber takes networking series on the road
NI Chamber’s 2025 Regional Networking series is set to kick off with an event in Charles Hurst, Belfast on Thursday 30 January at 9.30 am. Delivered in partnership with NIE Networks, the popular series provides businesspeople across Northern Ireland with the opportunity to expand their professional networks.
Autumn Budget hits investment and recruitment intentions
Autumn Budget hits investment and recruitment intentions. Read the latest from NI Chamber's Q4 '24 Quarterly Economic Survey (QES).
Time to get down to business
In her New Year message, Northern Ireland Chamber of Commerce President Caitroina McCusker has outlined why policymakers need to “get down to business on delivering for the economy.”
NI Chamber welcomes the draft NI Budget
Welcoming the draft NI Budget, Suzanne Wylie, Chief Executive, NI Chamber said: “Businesses will welcome the publication of the draft NI budget for 2025 / 26. After a difficult UK Budget, we hope it will help deliver greater certainty for firms here."
Raising our Ambition
In recent weeks, I had the privilege of hosting NI Chamber’s Annual President’s Banquet. With more than 1,000 people gathered...
STATSports to tell game-changing growth story
NI Chamber is set to host a business networking event where delegates will learn from the game-changing growth story of...
Raising Ambition: NI Chamber President calls for a long-term economic plan
NI Chamber President Cat McCusker has called on businesses, policymakers and the third sector to work collaboratively and creatively to create a globally competitive and sustainable economy.
Henry Group is new NI Chamber Patron
Mid-Ulster headquartered construction firm, Henry Group is NI Chamber’s newest Patron. The announcement brings its total number of Patron organisations to twenty.
Northern Ireland Chamber of Commerce is UK Chamber of the Year
Northern Ireland Chamber of Commerce celebrates after winning the 2024 UK Chamber of the Year award from British Chambers of Commerce.
Sparking imagination: Best-selling author to headline NI Chamber banquet
Best-selling author and comedy actor David Walliams will be the star guest at NI Chamber’s 2024 President’s Banquet. More than 1,000 businesspeople are set to attend the premier black-tie event in ICC Belfast on Thursday 21 November.
View from the Chair: Autumn Budget
This will take long-term thinking, a government determined to drive, generate and incentivise growth in the economy and above all, a joined-up effort to deal with the challenges head-on.
Autumn Budget: Burden on businesses ‘alarming’
Suzanne Wylie, Chief Executive of Northern Ireland Chamber of Commerce and Industry comments on the Chancellor’s Autumn Budget Statement.
All aboard for Meet the Buyer
NI Chamber’s annual Meet the Buyer will see more than 200 local businesses pitch their products and services to major buyers with significant procurement needs.
Statement from NI Chamber ahead of Autumn Budget
Suzanne Wylie, Chief Executive at NI Chamber, has made a statement ahead of the Chancellor’s Autumn Budget.
Gillian McAuley appointed as Non-Executive Director at British Chambers of Commerce
Gillian McAuley, Chief People Officer at Eakin Healthcare and Past President at Northern Ireland Chamber of Commerce and Industry (NI Chamber) has been appointed to the board of British Chambers of Commerce (BCC).
Government must address business tax and competitiveness concerns
Most businesses in Northern Ireland (78%) are trading well or reasonably well However, the share of those trading ‘well’ fell...
NI Chamber says Good Jobs Bill must boost competitive proposition
NI Chamber’s Chief Executive, Suzanne Wylie has said that the Economy Minister’s ‘Good Jobs’ Employment Rights Bill will be “one...
Businesses invited to learn from Almac’s approach to innovation
Almac Group’s Executive Director, Niall Harkin is set to discuss the pharmaceutical giant’s approach to innovation with NI Chamber members on Wednesday 23 October.
Future Workforce Summit to address critical skills challenges
The most comprehensive event of its kind, NI Chamber's Future Workforce Summit will see more than twenty subject matter experts share their ideas, experience and insight into issues like ‘Good Jobs', developing future talent, green skills, the adoption of AI and the development of a healthy workforce.
Unleashing potential: NI Chamber’s message to the Westminster Government
We brought a delegation of business leaders to address conference delegates, hosting a fringe event which focused on the Westminster-based policy actions that we believe will help Northern Ireland’s economy to grow.
Labour Conference hears why Northern Ireland is ‘central’ to growth plans
The 2024 Labour Party conference has heard why unleashing Northern Ireland’s unlocked potential is key to accelerating economic growth and enabling the UK to reach its net zero targets.
NI Chamber President welcomes Programme for Government
After almost a decade with no agreed Programme for Government, last week saw the much-anticipated publication of the Northern Ireland...
NI Chamber and Young Enterprise launch new strategic partnership
NI Chamber has launched a new partnership with enterprise education charity, Young Enterprise, as part of a fresh commitment to...
NI Chamber comment on draft Programme for Government
Following publication of the draft Programme for Government, Suzanne Wylie, Chief Executive at Northern Ireland Chamber of Commerce and Industry...
Murphy outlines plan to turn the dial on economic performance
Economy Minister Conor Murphy today launched his Department’s Three-Year Forward Look and 2024/25 Business Plan. The Minister launched the publication...
Chamber Business Award Winners 2024
Recognising and rewarding excellence in local business, the Chamber Business Awards are one of the UK’s most contested and prestigious business award programmes.
NI Chamber Festival event is set to be magic
The annual event will feature an eclectic mix of networking, learning and interactive exhibitions, with 120 local companies preparing to showcase their work.
Time to take action on the planning system, Commission told
The Interim Regional Planning Commission has heard why swift action across all parts of the planning system is necessary if Northern Ireland’s planning system is to become an enabler of economic growth.
Good jobs, cashflow and competition: What we learned from Q2
NI Chamber has recently published the results of its Quarterly Economic Survey for the second quarter of 2024.
Business leaders and trade unions unite to condemn racist attacks and unrest
The leading business organisations in Northern Ireland and the Irish Congress of Trade Unions have come together through the Labour...
Minister for Infrastructure John O’Dowd meets with new connectivity stakeholder group
The Minister for Infrastructure John O’Dowd MLA today met with a new connectivity stakeholder group, bringing together key stakeholders across...
NI business report ‘steady’ performance in Q2 with some signs of growth
The latest research from NI Chamber and BDO NI indicates that business performance in Northern Ireland was steady in Q2...
‘Welcome’ cut in interest rates announced by Bank of England
Commenting on today’s decision by the Bank of England to drop interest rates to 5%, Suzanne Wylie, Chief Executive, NI...
Chamber’s Annual Golf Day is a putt above the rest
Northern Ireland Chamber of Commerce and Industry (NI Chamber) is set to host its highly anticipated Annual Golf Day on...
NI Chamber responds to King’s Speech
Commenting on the King’s Speech, Suzanne Wylie, Chief Executive, NI Chamber said: “We welcome the strong focus on growth in...
The work starts now
Last week saw Sir Keir Starmer make his first visit to Northern Ireland as the new Prime Minister. He received...
Business is ‘ready to get to work’ with MPs says Chamber CEO
Following the General Election result, Suzanne Wylie, Chief Executive at Northern Ireland Chamber of Commerce and Industry (NI Chamber) says...
Let’s shout so much louder about our investment proposition
Last week, I had the enormous privilege of hosting NI Chamber’s Annual Lunch in the magnificent surroundings of Belfast City...
Legacy Wealth Management is new NI Chamber Patron
Legacy Wealth Management has joined NI Chamber’s growing list of Patron organisations. The financial planning experts have partnered with the...
‘Let’s shout so much louder about our investment proposition’ says NI Chamber President
NI Chamber’s new President, Caitroina McCusker has reiterated calls for business and government to work together to define and boldly...
Blue Lights Cast to Headline Annual Lunch
Guests at NI Chamber’s 2024 Annual Lunch will join a celebration of the region’s creative industries, headlined by the cast...
Caitroina McCusker is new NI Chamber President
Caitroina (Cat) McCusker, the Regional Market Leader for PwC in Northern Ireland, is the new President of Northern Ireland Chamber...
NI Chamber publishes business manifesto ahead of UK General Election
Ahead of polling day in the UK General Election, today (Thursday 30 May) Northern Ireland Chamber of Commerce & Industry...
Enter the 2024 NI Chamber Business Awards
NI Chamber is inviting member businesses across Northern Ireland to enter the 2024 NI Chamber Business Awards before Friday 7...
NI Chamber joins JAM Card movement to enhance diversity and inclusion amongst business community
Northern Ireland Chamber of Commerce and Industry (NI Chamber) is the latest business leader to join the JAM Card movement,...
Chambers of Commerce lead collaborate efforts on ‘economic game changers’
Northern Ireland Chamber of Commerce and Industry (NI Chamber) has hosted a delegation of businesses leaders from Cork and Dublin,...
In my final View from the Chair as NI Chamber President, it feels fitting to reflect on the year just past
In my final article for this newspaper as NI Chamber President, it feels fitting to reflect on the year just...
Belfast International Airport is NI Chamber Patron
Northern Ireland Chamber of Commerce and Industry (NI Chamber) has announced that Belfast International Airport has joined its growing list...
From Economic Vision to economic reality
Last week in Parliament Buildings, we presented the results of NI Chamber’s Quarterly Economic Survey for the first three months...
Conference hears why partnership is key to a ‘prosperous, productive and inclusive economy’
More than 300 businesspeople have joined policymakers including Economy Minister Conor Murphy and the new Chief Executive of Invest NI,...
NI businesses report need for strategic decision making and capital investment in infrastructure
77% of businesses in NI are performing well or reasonably. 23% are just covering costs or are struggling/facing closure. Recruitment...
NI Chamber and QUB in partnership to deliver digital and cyber series
Northern Ireland Chamber of Commerce and Industry (NI Chamber) and Queen’s University, Belfast (QUB) have formed a new partnership, which...
NI Chamber welcomes Finance Minister’s Reval26 announcement
NI Chamber welcomes the Finance Minister’s announcement of the next non-domestic rates revaluation Reval26. This is consistent with a long...
NI Chamber signs MOU with North Carolina
A few weeks ago, I had the great privilege of leading NI Chamber’s delegation to the United States, where we...
Momentum conference to inspire collaboration for business growth
Prominent figures including Economy Minister, Conor Murphy and the recently appointed Chief Executive of Invest NI, Kieran Donoghue will address...
