DERRY is getting 65 new jobs, it was announced today.
They are being created in seven businesses over the next year as part of a £3M development which is being supported by Stormont agencies.
Minister Arlene Foster was in the city for the announcement.
Invest NI are supporting the expansion of local businesses.
Hunter Apparel, All-Pipe Engineering, Fleming Agri-Products, Modern Democracy, Quinnspares, Steam and Generation Services and legal firm Smithdehn are all creating new positions, she said.
The news has been welcomed by local politicians.
“The investments being showcased here total almost £3million and include plans to create 65 new jobs across a range of roles and industries; from engineering and manufacturing to software development and sales and marketing,” she said.
“Once in place, the 65 new jobs will contribute over £1.3million annually in additional salaries to the local economy.
“The commitment being demonstrated by these local companies shows business confidence is improving throughout the area, meaning they are prepared to take advantage of the steadily improving economy.
“It is through a continued focus on innovation and export that local businesses will remain ahead of the competition, maximise growth and succeed in their chosen markets.”
The Minister added: “This event also demonstrates the work being done to enhance the local economy here through collaboration and partnership between a number of stakeholders including local businesses, the council, the Chamber of Commerce and Invest Northern Ireland.
“Invest Northern Ireland has been working hard with stakeholders to support local economic development and as a result in the past three years 1,009 jobs have been created in the Derry City & Strabane Council area. In addition, during 2013/14, 915 new jobs were promoted and will be created in the coming years, a 92% increase on the previous year.
“Looking ahead, Invest Northern Ireland continues to work closely with all stakeholders to support the success of the One Plan and has also committed to support the development of an Integrated Economic Strategy, co-funded with the local council, for the new council area.”
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