A DUBLIN-based firm is to develop the next generation of rocket engine technologies to be used for future space exploration missions by the European Space Agency (ESA).

A CORK health and safety firm is planning to create 100 jobs over the coming year, while 20 further posts will be created at a manufacturing company in Dublin.

Aerospace equipment company American Pacific Corporation (AMPAC) is to create 20 highly-skilled jobs in Dublin by locating its European HQ here.