Manufacturing & Supply Chain

ActionZero, an Irish-owned climate technology company, has announced the establishment of its new manufacturing, research and  development centre in Tralee at the former Borg Warner facility. The company will continue to develop and expand its world leading EscoPod product range from this new facility, and is projecting sales growth of €50 million over the next two years.

ActionZero will manufacture its healthcare and enterprise EscoPod products at the site. The site will employ up to 50 high value engineering and manufacturing jobs locally. ActionZero has plans to invest €3 million in the company over the coming three years.

Minister for Public Expenditure and Reform Michael McGrath was present for the official opening of the new facility in Tralee along with representatives from Enterprise Ireland, Kerry Region and Regional Initiatives and Brendan Griffin TD.

ActionZero recently announced agreements to roll out the EscoPod high temperature heat pump technology across a number of key clients including Kepak and Bon Secours Health System among others, with combined deal value in excess of €20 million.

CEO of Enterprise Ireland Leo Clancy said: “Action Zero’s announcement represents a really strong commitment to Tralee and to scaling its impact in the climate technology sector. ActionZero is providing solutions to enable and accelerate our goal to lead in a changing world where climate change is a key global priority. That focus on driving sustainability represents a great opportunity and will be a key growth area for Irish business.”

CEO of ActionZero, Denis Collins said: “I’m excited to announce the opening of the ActionZero Climate Technology Manufacturing, Research and Development Centre in Tralee, continuing our rapid growth and contribution to the global climate change challenge. We’re also proud to help lead the acceleration of a viable global energy hub in Ireland and Munster. Our decision to locate Manufacturing and R&D in Tralee, is a testament to the skills and talent available locally. The innovation centre will be central to ActionZero development of pioneering technologies that will make a tangible, lasting impact via our unique, patented decarbonisation solutions roadmap. We are also very grateful for the comprehensive leadership and support from Enterprise Ireland and IDA Ireland that enabled ActionZero to achieve this compelling Irish regional location.”