Invest Northern Ireland

Invest Northern Ireland is the regional economic development agency established in 2002 to enhance the competitiveness of local businesses and attract foreign direct investment. Based in Belfast, it provides a range of services including funding, innovation support, export assistance, and leadership training. The agency focuses on fostering entrepreneurship, particularly among innovation-driven startups, and operates across multiple sectors to promote regional development and sustainability. Invest NI's mission is to help businesses grow, innovate, and compete internationally while contributing to the economic development of Northern Ireland.

Invest Northern Ireland adds value to portfolio companies by providing funding, innovation support, and access to export assistance. The agency also facilitates connections between businesses and academic institutions through programs like the Knowledge Transfer Partnership, fostering research and innovation.