AI infrastructure is rapidly reshaping the United States, creating fresh opportunities for Irish businesses in data centres, engineering, semiconductors and advanced technology. During a trade mission led by Minister Peter Burke TD, Enterprise Ireland client companies announced new contracts, partnerships and investment plans across key American markets.
The announcements were made during an Enterprise Ireland and IDA Ireland mission involving 30 Irish companies and engagements in Texas and Southern California. Fourteen supported companies revealed commercial developments spanning high-tech construction, healthcare, enterprise software, cybersecurity and advanced manufacturing.
AI infrastructure drives Irish business growth in the US
One of the most significant announcements came from Dublin-based LPI Group, which plans to create 250 jobs in the United States over the next five years. The company provides lightning protection, grounding and surge-protection systems for data centres, renewable energy projects and other critical infrastructure.
The expansion reflects growing demand for electrical resilience as American investment in artificial intelligence and digital infrastructure accelerates. LPI Group already holds UL and IEC certifications, supporting its ability to deliver specialised safety systems to US customers.
Enterprise Ireland’s high-tech construction sector includes more than 180 companies, supports over 35,000 jobs and generated €6.62 billion in global exports in 2025. Approximately €2.1 billion of that activity was linked to data centres.
New contracts and partnerships
Other developments announced during the mission include:
- Akara partnering with Servicon to deploy room sensors and AI analytics across hospitals in Southern California.
- SilverBack Staffing forming a partnership with 21st Century Ops in Texas.
- Ralco supporting US projects involving H&MV Engineering and LPI Group through its AI-first workforce platform.
- ControlSoft opening an innovation centre in Dundalk focused on semiconductor automation and software.
- Madcraft planning 20 new jobs across Ireland and the US as demand for AI implementation and digital transformation grows.
- W4 Games announcing an $18 million Series B funding round to support international expansion.
Companies including Combilift, Kefron AP, Cora Systems, Harmony Medical, Enovus Labs, Sisterly and Outer Limits also announced new business, partnerships, products or expansion activity.
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Texas and California offer strategic opportunities
The trade mission’s Texas programme includes meetings with Dell Technologies, Flex and other technology and manufacturing leaders. Irish companies Workhuman, Equal1, Imvizar and Enovus Labs are highlighting collaborations involving workforce technology, immersive experiences, quantum computing and engineering.
In Southern California, the delegation is engaging with organisations across semiconductors, cybersecurity, healthcare, food innovation and enterprise technology. Participants include Kerry Group, Akara, Nearform, Tines, Darkhunt and Origina.
Enterprise Ireland said Ireland’s commercial ties with Los Angeles County continue to strengthen. A recent regional economic development report identified Ireland as the county’s ninth-largest foreign investor, with 113 Irish-owned enterprises supporting more than 4,600 jobs.
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What the US expansion means for Irish companies
The announcements demonstrate how Irish firms are converting expertise in engineering, power management, automation, healthcare technology and software into international growth. For Enterprise Ireland-supported businesses, the US remains a vital market for securing customers, building partnerships and establishing long-term operations.
The mission also highlights the wider role of public enterprise support in helping Irish companies scale abroad. While agencies such as IDA Ireland focus strongly on inward investment, Enterprise Ireland supports indigenous firms pursuing export-led growth in competitive markets.
The central takeaway is clear: the rapid build-out of AI infrastructure is creating demand well beyond software. Irish companies with specialist capabilities in electrical safety, construction, cooling, compliance, automation and enterprise technology are finding opportunities across the American economy.
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