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rx3, “rethink, recycle, remake” are hosting their next Information Network Event in Dundalk on the 25th may. These events are designed to demonstrate how rx3 is working with the recycling sector and helping the development of the waste marketplace. rx3 will communicate programme initiatives currently in development.

Attendees can hear case studies from indigenous companies working with recyclable resources and local recycling businesses are also being asked to exhibit.

The event will showcase exhibits from the recent rx3 Trash to Cash Student competition and will host a pop up shop for Remake Ireland, Ireland’s first network of designers working with recyclable materials.

rx3 team members will provide information on recent programme developments which includes a presentation on the all island plastics waste arising study and recovered paper market and best practise guidance. An update will also be given on rx3 crop trials and the development of national compost quality standard and assurance scheme.

These events are only running over one morning in the Nursing Building in DKIT and are free to attend.

For more information and to register, please log on here.

rx3 was established to improve recycling by developing markets in Ireland rather than relying on overseas markets.

rx3 is a Department of the Environment, Community and Local Government initiative.

Has your organisation improved its energy efficiency? Would you like to gain recognition for your efforts?

The 2011 Sustainable Energy Awards is now open for entries. Click here for details of the 2011 categories.

Entering is a simple 2 step process:
1. Click on this link to express your interest.
2. Download the relevant entry form, complete it and return it to This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it before 5pm on Fri 10th June 2011.

See the following links for further details on the competition:

•  Energy Awards Brochure

•  Details of the 2010 Winners

If you have any queries, email This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it or call Aileen on 01-8082067
Winners will be announced at a gala event in Dublin in November.

InterTradeIreland is delighted to announce the launch of the 2011 All-Island Seedcorn Business Competition, the largest business competition on the island of Ireland.

The competition seeks to transform equity seeking businesses into first-class investor ready companies. In addition to the prize fund of €280,000, companies will have access to the Seedcorn Network – an extensive business community which will help boost the company’s profile. The competition offers entrepreneurs the opportunity to;

• Develop your business idea
• Improve your business plan
• Make your concept investor ready
• Gain exposure to venture capitalists and other equity providers
• Increase the profile of your business

InterTradeIreland would be grateful if you would bring the 2011 competition to the attention of your relevant contacts. A number of workshops will be held around the country to introduce the competition to businesses - full details of the venues and dates and the competition terms and conditions and prize fund are available here.

Regular hints and tips for the competition will be issued via our twitter feed - follow us on @ITI_seedcorn.  Closing date for this year’s competition is 1pm on Friday 16 September 2011 with the regional finals taking place in early November. The overall final will take place in Dublin on Wednesday 30 November 2011.

Companies involved in the competition in previous years have provided very positive feedback on the competition and the process. New private equity in excess of €139m has been raised by companies who have been regional finalists in previous years, many as a direct result of taking part in the competition.  

If you require more information or require further copies of the literature please do not hesitate to contact myself or Anne-Marie McAteer on 028 3083 4145 (048 from Ireland). Alternatively please email This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it

Entry brochure attached.

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Please find attached details of the Louth Business Awards organised by Dundalk Chamber which we hope will be of great interest to businesses. The Chamber has teamed up with their sponsors and The Argus to bring you these high profile awards.

The aim of the Awards Scheme is to recognise the achievements of companies and individuals in promoting excellent services and products in a top class manner. They also encourage companies large and small to continually improve their business. Even in these tough times many businesses are beating the trend and deserve to be recognized.

Companies can nominate themselves or another company in 13 categories. These include

• Best New Business Start Up.
• Best Customer Service Award Independent Retailer
• Best Retail Premises for both exterior and interior visual impact
• Best Customer Service in Professional Services Sector
• Special Community Group Award.
• Business Growth Award
• Best Marketing Initiative
• Best Training Initiative
• Best Business Practice Award
• Best Pub/ Bar Award
• Best Hair Salon Award
• Dundalk’s  Best High Growth SME
• Environment Excellence Award

Just tick the category you want to enter, (you may enter up to 4 categories). More information can be found in the enclosed brochure on each category. Closing date for entries is Wednesday the 17th August.

The Awards will be presented to the winners at the Chamber Gala Dinner in the Fairways Hotel Dundalk on Saturday 15th October 2011. There will be 4 finalists in each category on the night, the winner decided by the sponsor. The short listed businesses will be announced on Monday the 5th September. This Black Tie event is now one of the highlights in the social calendar in Dundalk with just under 450 attending each year.

These awards are a superb opportunity to showcase your business. There will be extensive coverage in the Argus and on the chamber website, dundalk.ie and on our facebook page.

Please send in your nomination form now. I look forward to your participation in this event. For more nomination forms please call Brenda in Dundalk Chamber Tel: 042 9336343 or email her to This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it

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Strabane is to host an Employment, Training and Advice Forum on 27 May.

This event has been organised by the Department for Employment and Learning in conjunction with Strabane District Council, Eures, Eures Cross Border and Dundalk Chamber and will take place at the town’s Alley Arts and Conference Centre. A number of local and cross border employers will be advertising job vacancies and the event will also provide an opportunity for unemployed jobseekers to get advice on retraining and upskilling, information on further and higher education courses and valuable careers advice.  In addition, advice for those people interested in starting their own business will be on offer and a CV clinic will be available for anyone who requires help in this area.

Extending an invite to local jobseekers, Damien McAdams, District Manager for the Department for Employment and Learning said: “This Forum follows on from a number of highly successful events in Strabane which have highlighted services the Department offers to employers and jobseekers alike. Information will be available on a wide range of the Department’s services, all of which are focused on improving employability and with the ultimate aim of helping people find and maintain meaningful employment.  I would urge anyone in Strabane district - whether seeking employment, returning to education, improving their skills or retraining – to take the opportunity to see what help is available.”

In addition to DEL staff, representatives from FÁS, the Irish National Training and Employment Authority, will be available on the day to discuss the range of vacancies that are available.

For those with hearing difficulties, British and Irish Sign Language signers will be available from 10am to 12pm.

Further information on the Forum can be found by contacting Patricia Cooke on 028 7127 6931.

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