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For a small city, with a population of just 350,000 we’re leading the way in a number of key sectors.

We have a thriving eco system of start-ups and entrepreneurs, and are global leaders in cyber security, fintech and advanced manufacturing.

We’re the second fastest growing knowledge economy in the UK and home to a globally recognised research centres. Derry~Londonderry is agile, connected and brimming with talent.

Poised on the edge of two of the most scenic coastal driving routes, the Wild Atlantic Way and the Causeway Coastal Route, the Walled City is a perfect hub for conference organisers. The North West is renowned for its rich tourism, culture and heritage offering, and has a growing reputation for being one of the most welcoming city’s on the island of Ireland.

Visit Derry strives to support international, national and local organising committees to ensure they not only have a successful conference, but that each delegate strengthens their network and the even creates a lasting legacy for the sector as a whole as well as having a positive impact on Derry and the wider region.

Key Facts and Accolades

Recognised international tourism destination with history dating back to the 6th century Ireland’s only historic completely Walled City and one of the finest in Europe
Fourth largest city in Ireland
An area that combines the best city, coastal and countryside experiences Unique cross-border city region
UK Inaugural City of Culture 2013 destination
Lonely Planet top 10 cities in the world destination
Best Halloween destination in the World, as voted for by USA Today readers
Destination for the world largest IASP conference (2019)
UNESCO 1001 Historical Sites you must see before you die
Finalist in Europe’s Leading Emerging Tourism Destination

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Advanced Manufacturing

Northern Ireland has a rich engineering legacy. Its experience also spans across aerospace and defence, automotive, construction, materials handling, electronics and consumer products
Aerospace and Defence

You’ll find a dynamic, rapidly growing international aerospace industry rich in knowledge, skills and experience – in fact, the world’s first aircraft manufacturer Short Brothers plc was based in Northern Ireland.
Agri Food

With fertile countryside, passionate farmers and award-winning, enterprising producers, it is no surprise that Northern Ireland is a leader in food security research and traceability, with a global glowing reputation for food safety.
Creative and Digital

World-class facilities, state- of-the-art tech and access to a highly-skilled talent pool mean global recognition as an important production centre for film and TV. Much of HBO’s epic fantasy television series Game of Thrones® was filmed in Northern Ireland from its pilot episode in 2010 to the final series broadcast in 2019.
Cyber Security

Northern Ireland is the No.1 investment location globally for US cybersecurity development projects, attracted by the hard-to-find skill sets being developed at Queen's University Belfast and University of Ulster, as well as renowned cyber courses within local colleges.
Fin Tech

A host of global financial services institutions including Citi, CME Group, Visa, Vela and TP ICAP and dynamic cluster of home-grown entrepreneurs such as First Derivatives, Datactics and FSCOM thrive in a supportive entrepreneurial ecosystem.
Green Economy

Northern Ireland is fast becoming a zero-emissions, climate resilient economy. Its engineering, technological and construction expertise makes it an ideal location for businesses focusing on the renewables and energy sector. It has a great location as a deep-water, non-tidal base to serve offshore energy projects in the Irish and Atlantic Seas.
Medical, Life and Health Sciences

These thriving areas benefit from a strong collaborative approach between industry, academia and clinicians. Expertise includes precision medicine with focused research centres and education facilities.
Technology

More than 1,200 companies, including 100 global technology leaders, have established business operations in Northern Ireland. Innovative start- ups are creating technology solutions of global significance from the region and international investors include major financial institutions and world-class cybersecurity leaders.