Apple said it will open a new office in Dublin later this year, taking permanent space in the capital for the first time. Speaking to the Irish Examiner, Ms Kearney said the operation in Dublin would complement the variety of functions already carried out in Cork. The Hollyhill facility is responsible for shipping Apple products to over 50 countries and supports customers in more than 130 countries. As one of the State’s largest employers, more than 90 nationalities work with Apple in Cork. The Taoiseach said Apple came to Cork in the 1980s, which he described as a “grim” period when unemployment reached 17%.

Source: Irish Examiner February 19, 2026 21:01 UTC