The pro-business attitude of successive Governments has created a favourable operating environment for business and industry. Ireland's success in attracting mobile international investment is due to the financial and tax incentives on offer, together with a competitive environment and a national commitment to welcome new industries. This includes grants for equipment, building and training. The main business activities in the Gaeltacht are in electronics, engineering, information technology, film, television and video production, high fashion textiles and clothing, food processing, fish farming, rubber and plastics manufacturing, electronics, assembly, crafts and modern office services. A diverse range of overseas companies from countries such as Belgium, Canada, Finland, France, Germany, Norway, Spain, the United Kingdom and the USA have made the Gaeltacht their investment destination.
Businesses vary in size from small craft industries to companies employing hundreds of people.
All are made welcome. This is fixed to the year 2010 and has been guaranteed by the Government with the agreement of the European Commission. Capital grants on new equipment and buildings. Levels of financial assistance are negotiable, depending on location, skill levels and employment potential. Research and Development Grants Licensing Grants available.