Data centre and network optimisation firm Park Place Technologies has opened a support & operations centre at Blarney business park, Co Cork with support from the government through IDA Ireland.
The 24,000 sq ft facility, 6km north of Cork cite centre, will enable Park Place to double staff numbers by 2024, provide a landmark facility for clients and a meeting space for prospects and channel partners.
The Cleveland-headquartered company is recruiting for roles in engineering and technology, including support centre representatives, advanced engineering technical support and buyer planners, and customer support from the facility will be available in all European languages.
"Park Place Technologies opened its first office in Cork in 2018," said Ian Shearer, managing director for EMEA and APAC at Park Place. "Our growth, commitment to the people of Ireland, and investment in local Irish communities through our STEM philanthropy has been consistent, dedicated and a tremendous addition to Cork’s tech presence. Ireland is a prime destination from which to serve our European and global customer base.”
Chris Adams, president and CEO of Park Place said the company "represents a modest investment for Ireland, but Ireland represents a major piece of our global investment in customer and employee experience.
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“As Park Place gains more experience in nearly every region of the globe, it is clear to us that Ireland is a special strategic partner; and the people and business community of Co Cork are truly world class in their collaboration, tech skills and vision for the future.
"We offer tremendous gratitude to IDA Ireland, which has offered insight, guidance and access to resources that have been invaluable to our investment.”
Park Place also plans to host business and local community events at the facility to benefit the wider community, with Adams adding that the firm "does not want to be viewed as another US business setting up shop for itself.
"We do things differently when we invest in a community, and we want to prove ourselves as a part of the lives of the people of Co Cork.”
Commenting on the announcement, Taoiseach Michéal Martin said: "I am delighted to welcome the official opening of the new Park Place Technologies facility in Blarney, a very positive development for Cork and for the broader region.
“The opening of the new facility is testament to the Park Place Technologies continued commitment to Ireland and the growth and success of the company here. The government will continue to work to support our thriving technology sector, and leading companies such as Park Place Technologies, as we build on the record 2.5m people now in employment in Ireland and ensure continued opportunities in the future.”
Anne-Marie Tierney Le-Roux, manager of the technology division at IDA Ireland, congratulated Park Place on the opening, describing the company as "an important member of the south-west region's established cluster" and wishing the firm success.
The Blarney facility is equipped with electric vehicle charging points, a full canteen and outdoor dining space, informal meeting spaces, a customer board room, ergonomic sit/stand desks for all staff, a 2,000 q ft advanced engineering laboratory, and a fully functional 800 sq ft emergency operations centre will open next year.
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