The purpose of Business Events 2030 is to promote the development of Ireland’s world-class business events sector and realise the full economic benefits of business events for Ireland.
Business travel has long been recognised as a key driver for economic growth. As one of the highest-yielding tourism segments, it contributes more than €1bn to the economy annually, €290m to the Exchequer, and supports 22,000 jobs.
Minister for Enterprise, Tourism and Employment, Peter Burke T.D. commented: “This strategy refocuses our policy, placing more emphasis on economic targets, boosting both our indigenous tourism SMEs and our economy and highlights Ireland’s eco-friendly credentials when attracting business.”
Business Events 2030 is an ambitious strategy that is a product of collaboration between the Department of Enterprise, Tourism and Employment, Fáilte Ireland, Tourism Ireland, industry leaders from the tourism sector, and public bodies including IDA Ireland, Enterprise Ireland, the Universities of Ireland and the Institute of Public Health.
The strategy sets out a clear roadmap to drive an average annual revenue growth rate of 8% to 2030, benefitting the tourism ecosystem, our SMEs and local economies across the country.
Paul Kelly, Chief Executive, Fáilte Ireland, added: “This strategy is a testament to our dedication to making Ireland a premier destination for business events. By focusing on innovation and sustainability, we are not only increasing revenue and employment in the tourism sector but also contributing to the broader industrial, scientific, medical, social, environmental and educational development in Ireland.”
The clear ambition of Government is growing Ireland’s tourism industry, as outlined in the Programme for Government 2025 – Securing Ireland’s Future. Developing and delivering on a business events strategy is an important way to grow our visitor numbers and our tourism offering.
