US medical data company Datavant sets up R&D centre in Galway

Company to create 125 jobs at new hub which gives company closer access to EU market

Ciaran O'Toole will lead Datavant’s operations in Galway. Picture: Andrew Downes, xposure

Datavant, a US information technology company specialising in health data is to create 125 jobs at a new global research and development centre in Galway.

While the threat of tariffs from the Trump administration has highlighted fears for US investment in Ireland, the attraction of the country remains strong, with proximity to the key EU market seen as a key reason for Datavant's move to Galway.