In an increasingly interconnected global economy, connectivity is more than convenience, it is a catalyst for innovation, productivity, and scalable growth.

For multinationals, startups, and scale-ups alike, Dublin offers a world-class environment with top-class physical and digital infrastructure.

The city’s exceptional connectivity is just one of many reasons to consider investing in Dublin.

Digital connectivity

As Ireland’s capital, Dublin is a transport and logistics hub with multimodal connections linking the city to every corner of Ireland and to key markets across Europe, North America, and beyond.

Dublin Airport ranks among the top 20 airports in Europe for both direct and hub connectivity, with over 190 global destinations served by 46 airlines. In 2024, it facilitated over 33 million passengers through its two terminals and second runway. The presence of a US Preclearance facility, shared only with Shannon, enhances Dublin’s status as a transatlantic gateway, offering over 200 flights weekly to 28 US destinations.

Meanwhile, Dublin Port, Ireland’s largest and most critical maritime gateway, handled 35.2 million gross tonnes of cargo in 2024, including 107,095 trade vehicle imports. With 6,845 ship arrivals and continuous investment under Masterplan 2040, the port is being scaled for future capacity of 77 million gross tonnes, securing its role in European trade corridors.

Digitally optimised

Dublin’s digital backbone is equally robust. Ireland is among the world’s most advanced countries for ICT maturity, ranking 9th globally in Huawei’s Global Connectivity Index. Fixed broadband speeds now average 142.9 Mbps, while mobile data speeds have reached 43.81 Mbps, a 39.9% annual increase.

Supported by a deregulated, competitive telecommunications market, Dublin’s digital infrastructure is underpinned by a national fibre-optic network and expansive 4G and 5G coverage. This makes the city an ideal location for data-intensive industries, global services firms, and remote-first businesses.

Ireland’s internet penetration rate now stands at 98.9%, with 5.22 million users and 5.5 million mobile connections, exceeding the population. Leading providers like Vodafone, Eir, and Three are joined by virtual network operators, ensuring flexible, high-speed solutions for enterprises of all sizes.

Smart infrastructure

Connectivity is not just about movement; it’s about strategic investment in infrastructure that enables sustainable development. Under the National Development Plan (NDP), Ireland has committed a record €15 billion in capital investment for 2025, targeting transport, energy, housing, digital infrastructure, and climate resilience.

Road improvements under the Transport 21 strategy have transformed Dublin’s accessibility, linking the capital to national road networks and logistics corridors. Enhanced motorway systems ensure rapid freight movement and commuter access to surrounding regions and talent pools.

With a record-breaking €15 billion in capital investment allocated for 2025, the largest annual spend in Ireland’s history, the government is committed to delivering infrastructure that supports economic growth, regional development, and climate action.

Rail connectivity is also advancing under Irish Rail’s infrastructure programme. Over 2,400km of national rail supports both freight and passenger services, and upcoming investments include the introduction of up to 600 electric rail vehicles.

From digital backbone to multimodal transit networks, Dublin’s connectivity ecosystem delivers what global investors and high-growth enterprises demand: speed, certainty, and access. Whether establishing a European HQ, expanding data capabilities, or scaling operations across EMEA, Dublin offers the infrastructure, and ambition, to drive success.