Exporters issue growth warning in 2005

Irish exporters warned today that continued growth cannot be taken for granted as Q4 exports fell 4% on the same quarter in 2003.

John Whelan, CEO of the Irish Exporters Association stated at the release of the group's review of the year that the year 2004 started well for most Irish exporters, with sales demand internationally translating into a 6% export growth in Q1.