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Officially opened in April 2010, the new Netwatch Communication Hub represents an investment of more than €5m by Netwatch. This investment includes the establishment of a dedicated Research and Development centre, which has been supported by Enterprise Ireland.  Up to eight employees focus on the development of new software applications and more intelligent transmission equipment and site hardware to ensure Netwatch remains a technological leader in protection and alarm monitoring systems.

"Significant investments in research and development are critical if we are to foster innovation in Ireland.  Netwatch is a dynamic and energetic company, driven by innovation and commercialisation and it is exactly the kind of company that we want in Ireland as we build our Smart Economy and strive to recover from our current economic difficulties," said the Taoiseach, Brian Cowen at the opening.

David Walsh, Managing Director of Netwatch said "This is a very strong statement of intent by us as a company in the Carlow region.  Our first innovation was in exploiting an idea - creating a safer and better way of providing security - and in identifying the revolutionary systems which would allow us to bring such a technology to the Irish market.

"The new R&D centre in Carlow will allow us to continue to innovate with new applications and new technologies which will better protect our customers and their properties.  This investment will position us for future growth not only in Ireland but in overseas markets and will afford us the opportunity to pursue larger and more complex contracts.

"We are currently in advanced negotiations with the London Olympics to provide protection for critical communications infrastructure at the 2012 Olympic Games.  We have developed a unique wireless protection product for remote communication masts which is currently being trialed at several locations.  Securing contracts such as these is what will ultimately make Ireland's vision of being an innovation led economy a reality."

Michael Moriarty, Enterprise Ireland said: "Enterprise Ireland's strategy is to promote the development of innovative world-class Irish companies and support them grow to achieve strong positions in global markets.  Netwatch is a prime example of such a company.  Enterprise Ireland is working closely with Netwatch to support their continuing development.  With their focus on innovation as a key driver of their international growth strategy, they have successfully carved out their own place in global markets, driving jobs and export sales growth at home."