14/09/2012

Xtralis Sets Up Global Headquarters In Dublin

Xtralis, one of the world's leading providers of early detection and visual verification safety and security solutions has established its Global Headquarters in Dublin.

The company, which has been a pioneer in safety and security for more than 25 years, has customers in more than 100 countries and serves more than 50,000 customer sites through a worldwide network of more than 400 certified partners. Xtralis operates R&D facilities in Australia, Belgium, China, Jordan, Switzerland, UK, and USA and has Sales offices around the world. The most respected businesses and top Governments around the world rely on Xtralis to protect their personnel, business continuity, and assets, as do many irreplaceable cultural and historic landmarks.

Taoiseach Enda Kenny, TD marked the official establishment of Xtralis in Ireland at a reception in Dublin today. Xtralis will locate all of its headquarter functions in Ireland and hopes to employ 50 people through the further growth of its operations here.

Speaking at the event, Taoiseach Enda Kenny said: "Xtralis decided to establish its global headquarters in Ireland because it recognised our pro-business environment, our talented workforce and the determination of this government to create the climate for enterprise to flourish. The Government is working hard to make Ireland the best small country in the world for business. Xtralis is a company which has put Research & Development at the core of its business and has the potential to further grow its operations in Ireland."

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