Northern Ireland’s Economy Minister Conor Murphy is leading a five-day trade mission to North America with Invest Northern Ireland.
The minister will stop in Chicago and Toronto, and aims to ‘strengthen economic ties and highlight Northern Ireland’s business strengths’.
Twelve businesses from across the country are taking part from a range of sectors including financial services, insurance, education, green energy, and manufacturing.
Conor Murphy, Minister for the Economy, said:
“The US and Canada are two of the north’s most important markets, both for exports and inward investment, with over 320 North American firms choosing to establish here. In the 12 months leading up to March 2024, exports to these markets reached £2.3billion, highlighting the wealth of opportunities available for local companies.
“This week, I’ll be meeting with key business leaders and politicians to strengthen our transatlantic relationships and build on our shared achievements. I’m also proud to lead a delegation of 12 companies from the north as they explore new partnerships and growth opportunities.
“Additionally, this week I’ll be highlighting dual market access, a key advantage for businesses seeking expansion, which, combined with our strong business environment, makes the north an ideal destination for foreign direct investment.”
Andrea Haughian, Executive Vice President, Head of Americas – Invest Northern Ireland, said:
“Exporting is fundamental to Northern Ireland’s economic growth, and trade missions like this like this play a vital role in helping our businesses succeed on the global stage.
“This week, our focus is on strengthening partnerships and creating new opportunities for Northern Ireland companies. We’re eager to engage with potential trade partners and demonstrate the unique benefits Northern Ireland offers to both investors and businesses alike.”
Companies participating on the trade mission are Lagan Energy Engineering, Jo Hopkins Consulting, Alchemy Technology Services, Creative Media, Enzai, First Derivatives, ISX4 AI and Analytics, Rubix, Seedling Learning, The Foundation, Version 1 and Xsell.
