Portwest

Irish dealmaking holds up better than large global M&A

Resilient domestic economy, strong valuations in parts of tech sector and insurance broker sector consolidation support deal traffic, Davy finds

Wed Jul 12 2023 - 05:00

Moulding a modern business from the roots of an ancient craft

Aran Woollen Mills has its roots in providing employment for local women. Now owner Vincent Hughes is planning an expansion to meet modern demands

Fri Oct 07 2022 - 13:00

Sheelyn Browne: ‘Loss of Westport House was like somebody cut off my oxygen’

Despite the difficulty of moving on, the artist remains inspired by her famed ancestral home

Sat Feb 19 2022 - 06:00

Hughes family to invest up to €75m in Westport redevelopment plan

Hotel Westport to be redeveloped alongside Westport House and Estate

Fri Jun 11 2021 - 20:41

Retailers seek relief from pressure of lockdown rent bills

Many landlords are striking rent agreements with retailers, but institutions such as pension funds are seen as deal laggards

Fri Feb 12 2021 - 05:48

Covid-19: Westport braces for tough times ahead

Effects of coronavirus will leave a scar on Mayo’s picturesque tourism hub

Fri Apr 03 2020 - 05:26

Portwest buys stake in Italian footwear in €40m deal

Move brings annual turnover for the Co Mayo-headquartered group to over €300m

Fri Mar 06 2020 - 13:46

Portwest refused permission for new HQ in Westport

Planning board overturns council decision to grant for HQ accommodating up to 150 staff

Thu Oct 03 2019 - 16:25

Co Mayo-headquartered Portwest invests €6m in its Australian business

Company looking to double revenues in Australia as it targets €1bn turnover

Tue Oct 30 2018 - 13:48

Market diversification the key to post-Brexit success

Enterprise Ireland client companies are engaging with the agency’s drive to target global markets, with great success

Fri Oct 26 2018 - 06:00

Sean O’Sullivan to be honoured at EY Entrepreneur of the Year awards

More than 1,500 business leaders to gather for annual ceremony in Dublin tonight

Thu Oct 25 2018 - 05:30

Ryanair and Microsoft results big events of week ahead

For your diary: Euro zone consumer confidence due and 2018 EY Entrepreneur Of The Year winner

Mon Oct 22 2018 - 12:16

Irish company to lay off workers in Britain because of Brexit

Uncertainties over the future force Portwest to set up distribution warehouse in Poland

Thu Oct 18 2018 - 01:00

Anchor tenant for former Central Bank; and Conor McGregor’s Green Back

Business Today: the best news, analysis and comment from ‘The Irish Times’ business desk

Mon Jun 18 2018 - 06:30

Brazilian real-estate developer named World Entrepeneur of the Year

One in every 200 Brazilians live in a home built by Rubens Menin’s company MRV

Sun Jun 17 2018 - 07:06

Clothing firm Portwest forecasts revenues up to €220m for 2018

Co Mayo company is experiencing strong period of growth

Fri Jun 15 2018 - 17:48

Homeware company turning household chores into domestic pleasure

Brabantia is 100 years in business next year and is planning growth through acquisition

Fri Jun 15 2018 - 13:44

Portwest chief up for EY World Entrepreneur of the Year award

Harry Hughes of the Westport-based safety firm is in the running for prestigious prize

Wed Jun 13 2018 - 04:00

Portwest completes acquisition of second Australian company

Mayo-based family-owned business acquires Huski workwear brand for €10 million

Fri May 18 2018 - 05:00

The successful habits of Ireland’s most successful business leaders

Winners of The Irish Times Business Person of the Month Award, on what leadership is, who they are influenced by, and what alternative career they might have pursued

Wed May 09 2018 - 06:00

Judges gather as clock ticks down to Irish Times Business Awards

Winners selected in four categories, including Business Person of the Year

Fri Apr 27 2018 - 16:41

Who are the contenders for ‘Irish Times’ Business Person of the Year?

Six Business Person of the Month winners are profiled ahead of awards night in May

Mon Mar 19 2018 - 07:00

Irish building up a head of steam in Myanmar

Infrastructure is improving as digital and communications companies gain foothold

Sat Mar 17 2018 - 11:15

‘Irish Times’ Business Person of the Year awards to take place in May

Inaugural gala awards night run in association with KPMG, to showcase best in business

Thu Feb 01 2018 - 17:34

Nominations open for EY Entrepreneur of the Year programme

Closing date is February 16th and the 24 finalists will be announced on April 23rd

Mon Jan 08 2018 - 16:09

Portwest on target to achieve record sales this year

Co Mayo-based company manufactures speciality wear sold in 100 countries worldwide

Fri Dec 22 2017 - 06:45

Top house sales of 2017 – the buyers and the sellers

Gorse Hill on Vico Road, Killiney, former home of solicitor Brian O’Donnell, Dublin’s top sale this year

Thu Dec 07 2017 - 06:00

‘The Irish Times’ Business Person of the Month: Harry Hughes

Portwest chief executive named Entrepreneur of the Year and closes €10m Australian deal

Fri Nov 10 2017 - 05:50

Westport House sale to local business dynasty a ‘red letter day’

Sale expected to mean €50 million will be invested in Co Mayo house and estate

Fri Oct 27 2017 - 20:00

New chief of staff at BofI, American union backs Ryanair pilots, EY entrepreneur awards

Business Today: The best news, analysis and comment from ‘The Irish Times’ business desk

Fri Oct 27 2017 - 06:36

Harry Hughes of Portwest named EY Entrepreneur of the Year

Co Mayo-headquartered safety wear company recorded revenues of over €140m in 2016

Thu Oct 26 2017 - 20:44

Tension mounts as Entrepreneur of the Year award winner to be named

The 24 finalists together employ over 5,200 people with revenues of more than €477m

Thu Oct 26 2017 - 10:28

Irish companies set to announce deals in Australia

Portwest, Fexco, Combilift and Akari among 55 firms taking part in President’s state visit

Mon Oct 16 2017 - 05:24

Pitt leaves INM; ‘extraordinarily difficult’ Brexit deals and why 13 is a lucky number (for some)