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Cork Smart Gateway

The Cork Smart Gateway represents a group of organisations that aim to promote the sustainable development of an innovative ecosystem in the region to increase economic activity, provide better public services, promote collaboration and engagement, and enhance the quality of life for all who live, work, and visit Cork. The Cork Smart Gateway also promotes Cork as a top-class innovative and smart region. 

The Cork Smart Gateway is an initiative funded by Cork City Council, Cork County Council and University College Cork. The Cork Smart Gateway is also further supported by a wider steering group consisting of The Tyndall National Institute, Nimbus Research Centre, Cork Chamber, Tech Industry Alliance and Energy Cork.

For more information please see the Cork Smart Gateway Website 

7 May 2025
European Commission presents award to Cork City for its climate action leadership
Cork City has been awarded a prestigious Mission Label by the European Commission for its strong leadership and very ambitious climate action plans that have been subject to a robust evaluation process.
1 May 2025
Second Time Around - Lord Mayor's Ball 2025
The Lord Mayor of Cork, Cllr. Dan Boyle is proud to announce the upcoming Annual Black-Tie Charity Ball, themed "Second Time Around," focusing on the importance of recycling, reusing, and sustainability. This prestigious event will take place at the Vienna Woods Hotel on Friday, 6th June 2025. This year’s ball is dedicated to supporting four charities close to the Lord Mayor’s heart: Shine Centre for Autism, the Alzheimer’s Association of Ireland, Cork Simon Community, and Deaf Enterprises.
1 May 2025
Free Family Friendly Maritime Event to be Held This Month to Mark Cork Hosting Europe’s Premier Maritime Conference
A free family friendly maritime celebration, ‘European Maritime Days to Play’ will be held in Cork this month to mark the city hosting Europe’s premier maritime conference.
30 April 2025
Consultation on Cork Docklands Framework Plan Launched
As Cork City Council and the Cork Docklands Delivery Office publish a transformative plan to guide the growth and development of Ireland’s largest urban regeneration project, public consultation is beginning on a proposed variation to the current City Development Plan.
25 April 2025
Cork to host major European conference next month (4)
European Maritime Day (EMD) 2025, which runs from May 21-23, will see the major players in Europe’s maritime sector converge on Cork for three days.