Omagh Businesses Encouraged to Embrace AI Through New ‘Activate AI’ Programme

AwakenHub, in partnership with Tech NI Advocates, has launched Activate AI — an exciting new programme designed to help Northern Ireland businesses harness the power of artificial intelligence (AI) to boost productivity and growth. The initiative is open to entrepreneurs, early-stage, and scaling businesses across the region — with a strong focus on supporting women, […]
NI Enterprise Barometer 2025 is LIVE – Your Voice Matters

The NI Enterprise Barometer 2025 survey is now LIVE – and we want to hear from you. Your input is critical in helping us understand the challenges and opportunities shaping the future for micro and small businesses across Omagh and Northern Ireland. By sharing your experiences, you are directly contributing to shaping policy and informing […]
Funding Opportunity for Game and Interactive Creators in Northern Ireland

Creative businesses in Omagh and across Northern Ireland now have an exciting opportunity to develop their next big interactive idea, thanks to a new funding call from Northern Ireland Screen. The Interactive Development Fund is open for applications from Northern Ireland-based companies working on video games, immersive experiences, or augmented and extended reality projects. Projects […]
Have Your Say: How Are Local Businesses Using AI?

Businesses across Northern Ireland — including here in Omagh — are being asked to share how they use, or don’t use, artificial intelligence (AI) in their day-to-day operations. The ‘AI in Northern Ireland Businesses: Readiness and Adoption Survey’, launched by Belfast Chamber with support from the Department for the Economy, aims to understand how AI […]
Digi-Hub Officially Opens in Omagh

We are proud to announce the official opening of Omagh Enterprise’s new £6 million Digi-Hub – a landmark business space designed to inspire innovation, collaboration, and growth. Located on Old Mountfield Road, the Digi-Hub has transformed the former health centre into a vibrant base for businesses, freelancers, and entrepreneurs. With private offices, coworking desks, shared […]
Could Employee Ownership Be the Future of Your Business?

Succession planning is one of the biggest challenges many business owners face — and an increasing number across Northern Ireland are finding the solution in employee ownership. Employee Ownership Ireland is hosting two free roadshows this October to showcase how selling a business to employees can create a secure, sustainable future for both the company […]
Farm Safety Reminder for Omagh and Surrounding Areas: Slurry Mixing Risks

As the closed spreading period approaches, farmers across Omagh and the wider district are being reminded to put safety first when mixing slurry. The Farm Safety Partnership and the Health and Safety Executive for Northern Ireland (HSENI) are stressing the importance of following the slurry mixing code—because just one breath of poisonous slurry gas can […]
AI and the Future of Work in Northern Ireland

Economy Minister Dr Caoimhe Archibald has launched a new foresight study exploring the transformative impact of Artificial Intelligence (AI) on Northern Ireland’s economy and workforce. The report, AI and the Future of Work in Northern Ireland, produced by Matrix (The NI Science Industry Panel), highlights both the opportunities and challenges presented by AI, while setting […]
New Support for Entrepreneurs from Underrepresented Groups

Entrepreneurs in Omagh and the surrounding area now have access to a new UK-wide programme designed to help business founders from underrepresented backgrounds raise investment and scale their businesses. Breakthrough Founders, funded by Innovate UK, provides a fully funded pathway to investment with expert training, access to investors, and a supportive community. The programme is […]
Preparing for the UK’s New One IPO Patents Service

The UK Intellectual Property Office (IPO) is preparing to launch its new One IPO Patents Service in early 2026 — a major digital upgrade that will change how patents are managed across the UK. For businesses in Omagh and the surrounding area, this means a more streamlined way to apply for, update, and manage patents […]