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Offering Effective Access to Domestic,European and Global markets

A Perfectly Positioned Property Solution

Roscrea Business& Innovation Park

Occupying a central location in Ireland, witheasy access to motorways, airports, and ports,and with nine third-level colleges within an85kms reach, Roscrea Business & InnovationPark possesses all of the attributes thatcombine to make it the perfect location fromwhich to operate a manufacturing orinternational services business

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Infrastructure, an availabletalent pool and the ease ofdoing business are keydeterminant factors criticalto the selection of anyinvestment location

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With such high-quality connectivity, it’s no surprisethat the following international companies havechosen County Tipperary as their preferredbusiness address.

This concentration of foreign direct investment(FDI), coupled with the many indigenouscompanies and micro-enterprises spawned byentrepreneurial talent, has resulted in theavailability of a workforce with cross-sectoralexpertise and an ability to attract young, well-educated graduates from across Ireland to thecounty.

Roscrea has a particular link with the agri, food,and pharmaceutical sectors, yet, is recognised ashaving untapped potential in a diverse range of sectors.

Tipperary County Council · Roscrea Business & Innovation Park

3Not just a Location… A Pro-BusinessEnvironmentLongstanding lyrics may say: “It’s a long way to Tipperary”, but,when it comes to doing business in or from Ireland’s largest inlandcounty, the opposite is the case.

County Tipperary is traversed by key national arterial routes suchas the M7, M8, N24, as well as train lines from Dublin to Cork andLimerick, and Waterford to Limerick.

A central location within Ireland places Dublin, Shannon and CorkAirports, and ports in Dublin and Rosslare, Co Wexford, within easyreach and renders key European, US and global marketstremendously accessible.

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Welcome to Roscrea Business& Innovation Park …a keyresource to harness thispotential and provide scope tonew and expanding enterprisesseeking to locate within Ireland

While offering the expanse and privacy mostfrequently sought by a stand-alone occupier,sub-dividing or extending the site, asillustrated, is also a possibility, to suit specificproject requirements.

The Specifics• A 26-acre Park primed for development• Located on the eastern outskirts of Roscrea town,

this 26-acre site sits adjacent to the M7motorway, which forms part of the Dublin toLimerick national primary route.

• Fully serviced and landscaped to match the needsof both manufacturing and internationally tradedservice businesses, the site offers potential forsome 225,000 sq. ft. (20,900 sq. mtrs.) ofmanufacturing, service and office space.

(Suggested layout of such a development ispresented here for illustrative purposes only.)

A Site that offers… The essential infrastructuralservices • Water• Effluent Disposal• Storm Water• Electricity Services• Telecommunications – close to high-speed

metropolitan area network• Public Lighting

… That is construction-ready• Site preparation work complete• Site entrance barriers erected• Roads, paths and paving in situ• Site underground services infrastructure including:

• water main, surface water drainage, foulsdrainage, electricity and telecom ducts andcabling installed

• A landscaped site, including grassed areas,low-level planting, and screen planting toperimeters and trees

... And aestheticallymaintainedWelcoming new business to Roscrea is just oneaspect of Tipperary County Council’s role.Maintaining an aesthetically pleasant environmentfrom which to do business is also an essential partof our offering; that’s why we will undertakegeneral maintenance and upkeep of the commonareas of the Park.

The Ideal Home for YOURBusinessWith its spacious capacity and flexible site sizes,the Park is an attractive proposition for manydifferent types of manufacturing, internationalservices, light industrial and office-type activities…

• Headquarters and shared services• Pharmaceutical• ICT and software development• Manufacturing/Logistics/Warehousing• Back-office support services and administration• Supply Chain Management Centre/Contact Centre


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…ideal for modern industry seeking a locationdeveloped to the highest internationalstandards, offering tremendous operationaladvantages

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It’s our people that make thedifferenceThe availability of a talented workforce is a primaryconcern for any business seeking to invest in alocation.

Young, educated people have long been regardedat one of Ireland’s greatest assets. That’s why thecountry’s third-level colleges are tuned into theneeds of business, and experientially adept atproducing graduates with the skills current toindustry needs.

With 9 third-level colleges (including the Universityof Limerick, Limerick Institute of Technology,Thurles and Limerick and, Athlone Institute ofTechnology) within an 85kms radius of Roscrea,establishing or expanding enterprise can beassured of a rich talent pool of highly qualified andtalented people.

When the progressive attitude of people towardswork, and the many training and developmentoptions available to fine-tune staff to a company’sspecific needs, are added in, that’s a highlycompetitive mix for potential employers.

Source: 2016 IMD WorldCompetitiveness Yearbook

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Urban Meets Lush Countryside… An Enviable LifestyleWhile a central location in Ireland offers many advantages to business it is equally attractive to anyone seeking a lifestylewhere city-type congestion is non-existent, housing is affordable and the way of life is attractive to business people of allages and stages in life.

HERE ARE JUST FOUR REASONS WHY PEOPLE LOOK TOWARDSROSCREA, COUNTY TIPPERARY WHEN SEEKING TO INVEST INIRELAND:

Urban and rural within easy reachGood housing, schools and shoppingcombine with the area’s great natural andcultural treasures to create a unique blendand, with cities such as Dublin, Limerick andCork almost equidistant from Roscrea, citylife can be sampled too, when needed.

An area with a rich heritage Roscrea prides itself in being one of Ireland’sfinest heritage gems. Standing tall in its midst isRoscrea Castle and Damer House and Gardens,part of Roscrea’s Heritage Centre. Thismagnificent stone castle is a treasure worthexploring. Ireland's Ancient East and the WildAtlantic Way can also be sampled from a Co Tipperary base.

A countryside of immensebeautyGreat scenery, rich heritage, and wonderful naturalamenities on land and water for active pursuits,make a healthy lifestyle easily attainable. Themagnificent River Shannon and its largest lake,Lough Derg, is but a 30-minute drive away, theSlieve Bloom Mountains a mere few minutesdistant, and the majestic Rock of Cashel close by.www.tipperary.com

Dining and shoppingRoscrea is not all about heritage; it also offers a fullrange of modern facilities and leisure options…hotels and restaurants to amenities including top-class swimming, gym and spa facilities, and anattractive 18-hole championship golf courseplayable year-round. Outlet shopping can also besampled at Kildare Village, a 45-minute drive on theM7, or at the many shopping centres (malls) inTipperary, Limerick, Dublin and Cork.

Seeking a new location foryour new or growing business?Look no further than Roscrea Business & Innovation Park…

Enquiries: Director of Community & Economic Development, Tipperary County Council. T: 0761 06 5000 E: [email protected]

The Roscrea Business and Innovation Park, ideally located betweenIreland's two international airports, is a prime greenfield developmentopportunity for any international company looking to build a presence inIreland. This site, already pre-serviced with all essential infrastructurerequirements, is uniquely positioned within 60mins of Dublin, andequidistant to some of Ireland's best-known 3rd level institutionsproviding a consistent pipeline of talent with the competitive advantageof a low cost base area and no traffic congestion. It is certainly one ofthe foremost sites available in Ireland for foreign direct investment.

Niall O'Callaghan - Regional Manager, IDA Ireland

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Roscrea is centrally located in the heart ofIreland, the area has an educated workforce,and has good infrastructure and access tothe M7. TCC has a pro-business approach,all the essential elements to support theestablishment or expansion of indigenousenterprise are available in Roscrea.

Jerry Moloney - Director South/South East &Mid West Regions, Enterprise Ireland.

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