Advancing Monaghan’s Engineering and Manufacturing Future
The Monaghan Advantage Feasibility Study represents a significant milestone in strengthening the future of County Monaghan’s advanced manufacturing and engineering sectors.
Delivered under the guidance of Angela Duffy and her team at Resolve Partners, the study provides a comprehensive assessment of the sector and identifies opportunities to support future growth, innovation, and competitiveness.
The project has been supported through the Smart Regions Enterprise Innovation Scheme, whose backing has been instrumental in enabling this strategic analysis.
The study was launched during the first Monaghan Business Event as part of Local Enterprise Week, bringing together businesses, stakeholders, and support organisations to help shape the future direction of the sector.
Purpose of the Feasibility Study
The Monaghan Advantage Feasibility Study provides a comprehensive analysis of County Monaghan’s advanced manufacturing and engineering sectors.
The study aims to:
- Assess the current strengths, challenges, and opportunities within the sector.
- Identify strategic supports and interventions that can strengthen innovation and competitiveness.
- Explore opportunities to accelerate sustainable business growth.
- Develop recommendations to help position Monaghan as a leader in advanced manufacturing and engineering.
By establishing a clear understanding of the sector’s current position and future potential, the study will help inform future investment decisions, policy development, and enterprise support initiatives.
Why This Matters for Monaghan
Monaghan has a proud history of developing and growing indigenous industries. Over many decades, this has created a unique ecosystem of engineering and manufacturing companies recognised for their resilience, innovation, and entrepreneurial spirit.
Building on this strong foundation, there is a strong ambition to further establish Monaghan as a recognised centre of excellence in advanced manufacturing and engineering.
The study highlights the importance of continued collaboration between industry, enterprise support agencies, educational institutions, and policymakers to ensure that future interventions, supports, and investments respond effectively to the evolving needs of the sector.
Stakeholder Engagement
The findings and recommendations contained within the study have been informed by extensive engagement with businesses and stakeholders across Monaghan’s engineering and manufacturing sectors.
Monaghan County Council and its partners would like to thank all participating companies and stakeholders who contributed their time, insights, and expertise throughout the consultation process. Their input has played a vital role in shaping the study’s recommendations and future priorities.
Once published the report will mark an important step in developing a shared vision for the growth and advancement of engineering and manufacturing in County Monaghan.
Looking Forward
The Monaghan Advantage Feasibility Study provides a roadmap for strengthening the county’s engineering and manufacturing ecosystem. Its recommendations will help inform future actions aimed at enhancing competitiveness, supporting innovation, developing skills pathways, and encouraging investment.
By working together, Monaghan’s engineering and manufacturing sectors can continue to grow, innovate, and strengthen their position as leaders both nationally and internationally.
The Monaghan Advantage Feasibility Study is co-funded by the Government of Ireland and the European Union through the ERDF Northern & Western Regional Programme 2021-2027.
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Ballybay Public Realm & Economic Plan (PDF)
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Carrickmacross Public Realm And Economic Plan (PDF)
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Castleblayney Public Realm And Economic Plan (PDF)
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