Stay Informed on Corporate Sustainability

Author: citybuzz

US-based Search Atlas scales to $30 million (€25.8m) ARR through operational excellence and contrarian strategy. Remote-first operations and multi-brand focus drive high-growth performance and innovation across enterprise clients.

Author: letsrecycle.com

Enva has acquired Irish Waste and MacNabb Waste, expanding its Northern Ireland operations and specialist waste management capabilities. TThe acquisition strengthens operational excellence in sustainable waste recovery and supports further investment in environmental technologies.

Author: Irish Examiner

Openchip, a European chip developer headquartered in Barcelona, is opening a design centre in Limerick, Ireland, creating 30 new roles. The expansion highlights operational excellence and strengthens Europe’s AI and semiconductor research capabilities.

Author: RTE

Fixify, a US-based AI-driven IT support automation firm, is opening its EU Centre of Excellence in Cork, Ireland, creating 50 jobs. The move highlights operational excellence and investment in Ireland’s skilled technology workforce.

Author: Archie Villaflores

Operational excellence is increasingly defined not just by efficiency, but by measurable impact and strategic foresight. In this edition, we explore compelling examples shaping the sector’s trajectory. First, entries for the Operational Excellence Awards 2026 remain open until 6 February 2026. To look back at the standard set earlier this year, ‘Greenlink Interconnector Wins Green Operational Excellence Award at Operational Excellence Awards 2025’ demonstrates the integration of sustainability into core operational planning. In addition, ‘Dubai’s dnata expands inflight retail operations to enhance efficiency and service in Ireland’ illustrates how operational innovation can simultaneously elevate customer experience and streamline processes across complex service networks. The initiative shows how technology and process redesign can deliver measurable improvements in service delivery. Meanwhile, ‘EdgeOne Medical appoints COO to boost operational excellence’ underscores the centrality of leadership in driving operational rigor, compliance, and performance in life sciences operations. Strong executive oversight ensures that operational standards are consistently maintained with strategic objectives. These stories reflect a common thread: operational excellence is increasingly about harmonising strategy, sustainability, and technological or organisational innovation. They offer insight into aligning long-term goals with day-to-day execution, creating frameworks that deliver measurable results and prepare organisations for future challenges.

Author: Archie Villaflores

Earlier this year, Greenlink Interconnector secured the Green Operational Excellence Award at the 2025 Operational Excellence Awards. Their achievement now shapes the expectations and direction of the 2026 awards cycle.

Author: Travel and Tour World

Emirates partners with OpenAI to enhance operational excellence across its UAE airline operations. The collaboration deploys AI across customer service, flight scheduling, and predictive maintenance, improving efficiency and promoting tech-driven operational innovation.

Author: Business Wire

EdgeOne Medical appoints Marty Shelton as Chief Operating Officer to strengthen operational execution and growth. Shelton brings 30 years of experience in pharmaceutical and life sciences operations, enhancing quality, efficiency, and innovation across the organisation.

Author: Irish Tech News

Ekco strengthens operational excellence in Ireland with a new Dublin headquarters and advanced Security Operations Centre. The expansion enhances cybersecurity services, accelerates response times, and supports business growth.

Author: Bioenergy Insight

Alexion strengthens operational excellence in Ireland by transitioning to 100% biomethane for its Dublin and Athlone sites. The initiative reduces emissions, supports sustainable agriculture, and enhances energy efficiency, under a 15-year partnership with Carbon AMS.