Cork County on the Rise: Business leaders confident about growth prospects

Business leaders are confident about the prospects for growth in Cork despite the challenges facing the region. Speakers from the food, pharmaceutical and farming sectors were among those to speak at the Cork County on the Rise event organised by the Irish Examiner.

They acknowledged a range of issues facing the region, including Brexit, rural decline and an ageing population, but all remain positive about the growth potential in the area. Barry Mulcahy, plant manager at MSD Brinny, said he remains confident about the future of foreign direct investment in Cork.