Feargal O’Rourke
Feargal O’Rourke is the chairman of the Industrial Development Authority (IDA) in Ireland, an agency that plays a crucial role in attracting foreign direct investment to the country. He has emphasized the importance of maintaining strong relationships with existing investors while pursuing new opportunities, particularly in key sectors such as digitalization, artificial intelligence, semiconductors, health, and sustainability. Under his leadership, the IDA aims to support significant investments and job creation in Ireland's economy, ensuring that foreign companies remain engaged and relevant in a rapidly evolving market.
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Feargal O’Rourke is the IDA chairman who discussed the competition Ireland faces for manufacturing investment.
Trump is learning he can’t always get what he wants. But neither can Ireland – The Irish Times
Ireland· 2026-01-31
Feargal O’Rourke is a taskforce member and Chairperson of IDA Ireland.
Has AI buried the metaverse? – The Irish TimesIreland· 2025-12-26
Feargal O'Rourke argues that Ireland needs more engineers to achieve its economic potential.
We could transform Ireland by harnessing the power of our Atlantic winds – The Irish TimesIreland· 2025-12-13Feargal O’Rourke is a member of the Accelerating Infrastructure Taskforce and Chair of IDA Ireland.
We can’t keep objecting to wind farms 10km out to sea if we want Ireland to progress – The Irish TimesIreland· 2025-12-04
Feargal O'Rourke is identified as the chairman of the IDA and part of the group that drew up the report.
Judicial reviews blocking vital infrastructure and housing to be restricted – The Irish TimesIreland· 2025-12-03
IDA chairman Feargal O’Rourke said the new strategy is designed to keep the FDI pipeline strong.
IDA chief warns of ‘disruptive’ impact of US tariffs – The Irish TimesIreland· 2025-02-19