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Konovo acquires patient recruitment firm to expand healthcare research capabilities
Konovo has acquired patient recruitment company Rare Patient Voice, expanding access to 200,000 registered patients and caregivers across rare and complex conditions. The acquisition combines patient insights with healthcare provider data for research applications.
ISN publishes guidance on worker-driven safety excellence through digital platforms
ISN has published guidance on digital tools and training systems enabling frontline workers to implement site-level safety controls. The Orange Book highlights companies using ISNetworld platforms to strengthen safety cultures and reduce serious injuries and fatalities.
AirNav Ireland facilitates drone access for Health and Safety Authority incident probes
AirNav Ireland has signed an agreement with the HSA enabling controlled airspace access for drone-based workplace incident investigations. The memorandum provides flight coordination support and short-notice approvals for aerial evidence collection at serious accident sites.
Siemens Healthineers completes €10m diagnostic equipment research centre in Swords
Siemens Healthineers has invested over €10m in a Swords-based immunoassay instrument research centre, creating 65 engineering positions. The facility advances diagnostic laboratory equipment development supporting infectious disease, cancer and blood disorder detection.
Medtronic and University of Galway launch €5m medical device prototype hub
Medtronic and University of Galway have launched a €5m prototype hub supporting medtech ecosystem development. The facility provides concept creation, development and manufacturing capabilities for innovative medical device prototypes through a five-year partnership.
Risk Managed
Strong operational practices underpin successful organisations across sectors. Emphasis on proactive risk management, workforce wellbeing, and evidence-based approaches drives measurable improvement in performance and outcomes. Casting back to a memorable achievement from last year, ‘Tirlán wins Health & Safety Excellence Award – Food & Beverage at Health & Safety Excellence Awards 2025’ illustrates how structured safety systems, staff engagement, and leadership involvement establish durable operational standards. That recognition sets a benchmark ahead of the 2026 awards. Moreover, ‘Enterprise Ireland backs Galway medtech firm to expand diabetic foot monitoring’ highlights how targeted investment in technology and innovation supports healthcare outcomes and operational efficiency. Initiatives like this demonstrate the tangible impact of research-led solutions on patient care and sector advancement. Meanwhile, ‘Premise Health eyes merger with Crossover Health to expand advanced primary care’ underscores how strategic partnerships and integrated service models can enhance accessibility, care quality, and workforce capacity in healthcare delivery. Collaboration at scale strengthens system resilience while fostering sector innovation. These developments illustrate the growing importance of structured processes, technological adoption, and strategic partnerships in creating safer, more effective operational environments. Organisations that integrate these elements are better positioned to manage risk, drive improvement, and sustain long-term success.
Tirlán wins Health & Safety Excellence Award – Food & Beverage at Health & Safety Excellence Awards 2025
Commended for its proactive safety culture last year, Tirlán won the Health & Safety Excellence Award – Food & Beverage at the Health & Safety Excellence Awards 2025, highlighting its commitment to continuous improvement and workforce wellbeing.
Classic Fire + Life Safety expands into Atlantic Canada to boost regional fire safety
Canadian fire and life safety provider Classic Fire + Life Safety is expanding into Atlantic Canada with a new Amherst, Nova Scotia branch. The move increases access to fire protection services and compliance support for regional employers and organisations.
Premise Health eyes merger with Crossover Health to expand advanced primary care
US-based advanced primary care providers Premise Health and Crossover Health are planning to merge to create a $2 billion organisation. The combined company will operate 900 clinics, enhancing workplace health, preventive care, and operational efficiency nationwide.
FRS Training opens new facility to enhance farm health and safety
FRS Training has launched a new farm training facility in Ballymahon, Longford, providing essential agricultural and health and safety courses. The centre aims to improve worker safety and confidence across the local farming sector.
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