Medical professionals from all over the world descended on Limerick to stay, play, eat and compete during Medigames 2015. The University of Limerick became an Olympic village-style venue for the duration of the week-long event. The World Medical and Health Games, to give the event its full title, has been running since 1978 and is now held every year. The participants are all sports enthusiasts who work in the medical and health professions. Across an entire week of events in Limerick, close to 1,000 people took part in 22 sports including athletics, basketball, cycling, fencing, football, golf, power lifting, swimming, […]

If you’re looking for an inspiring incentive for your clients or your staff, it helps when your chosen location can offer something to suit every taste, budget or group dynamic. That way, you can let your imagination run wild. Whether you’ll have to corral a group of adrenalin junkies or provide a more sedentary crowd with some relaxing headspace, Shannon Region offers many options. We have put together a sample six-day itinerary to give a flavour of the kind of memorable incentive programme the Shannon Region can provide. Choose from some of these delights to build a programme that’s unique […]

Behind every successful event in a new location, there’s often someone who championed the venue and rallied the resources to make it happen. In the case of the prestigious Institute of Electrical and Electronic Engineers (IEEE), that person was Professor Elfed Lewis. The IEEE is the largest technical professional organisation in the world with the goal of advancing technology. In 2011, it took its Sensors Conference to Limerick, bringing close to 600 delegates from 42 countries. In 2017, the organisation held its second Sensors Council Summer School at the same venue. Lots of work goes into the selection process for […]