05/02/2014

GTT To Set Up A Networks Operation Centre In Belfast

Alastair Hamilton, Chief Executive of Invest Northern Ireland, has announced that US communications company GTT is setting up a network operations centre in Belfast, creating up to 12 high quality jobs.

The investment is being supported by Invest NI, which has offered £84,000 of assistance, and will generate more than £440,000 annually in additional salaries.

GTT provides cloud networking services globally and the new Belfast centre will support its growing base of multinational clients.

Announcing the investment Mr Hamilton said: "GTT is the latest international company to choose Northern Ireland as a location for investment and its presence augments and strengthens our growing IT telecoms and network servicing sector.

"The company was drawn to Northern Ireland by the available specialist skills here and the support offered by Invest NI. It was also influenced by the very positive experience that other US companies have had here."

(CD)


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