The Opportunity
When Ireland joined the Euro in 2002, it created an unprecedented opportunity to extend our domestic market into the single market with zero currency risk. Yet today, the Eurozone represents a largely untapped opportunity for Irish exporters. The stability offered by a shared currency, a simplified trading environment and significant post-Covid investment programmes at EU and national levels are only some of the reasons why the market should be high on the agenda for Irish businesses looking to expand their reach.
Economic indicators look bright. Over the next number of years, the EU has signed off on an investment programme of over €750 billion to make Europe more green and digital. This investment is more that just a Covid-19 recovery plan but it is generating now opportunities across the region in multiple sectors.
Enterprise Ireland supports
Knowledge of the competitive environment within new markets is the key to successful export growth. Enterprise Ireland’s Market Research Centre offers client companies access to key market intelligence needed to explore opportunities and compete internationally.
We also support Irish businesses with local knowledge and sectoral expertise through our global network of Market Advisors as well as a suite of tailored Eurozone supports.
Enterprise Ireland has eight Eurozone offices based across Paris, Lyon, Brussels, Amsterdam, Dusseldorf, Munich, Milan and Madrid. Here are some of the benefits of doing business in the Eurozone: