Hollister reveals exciting new plans for Ballina facility

Ballina and the wider North Mayo region has been given a huge boost - and a very significant vote of confidence - with the news that Hollister Incorporated is to invest €80 million in its local facility.

Hollister Incorporated is a global leader in ostomy, continence, wound care and critical care products and the multimillion-euro investment is expected to create approximately 50 new jobs. The project is supported by the Government through IDA Ireland.

In a statement, IDA Ireland said: "This multi-million euro investment aims to elevate Ballina into a global epicentre of expertise through novel device design and extensive site-wide training, setting a benchmark for digital transformation within Hollister's global network."

Minister for Social Protection and Minister for Rural and Community Development and the Gaeltacht Dara Calleary TD said: “This is a terrific day for Ballina and North Mayo with the announcement of 50 additional jobs for the region. Hollister is more than just a manufacturing plant in Ballina; it is one of the mainstays of our community. Today, second and third generations of families are employed there boosting the local economy and contributing to the everyday life of the town. 

"I want to pay credit to Shane Caher and all of the staff in Hollister who have dedicated themselves to Ballina and to the West of Ireland but also to all of the past Hollister management and staff who’s work, and commitment is the foundation of the plant’s success today. Finally, I would like to acknowledge IDA Ireland for their continued support to Hollister and across Mayo. I very much look forward to what the next 50 years will bring for Hollister and Ballina."

Minister of State at the Department of Enterprise, Tourism and Employment, Alan Dillon TD, said: "This €80 million investment by Hollister Inc. is very welcome news. It is a powerful endorsement of Ballina’s skilled workforce and Ireland’s reputation as a hub for innovation in healthcare manufacturing. To see a long-standing employer, like Hollister, continue to grow and evolve through cutting-edge research and digital transformation is very encouraging. 

"The creation of 50 new high-quality jobs will also bring economic and social benefits to the region. On behalf of the Irish Government, I thank Hollister for its continued commitment to Ballina and the West of Ireland, and I wish the team there the very best for the future and many more years of success here in Co Mayo."

Founded in 1921 in Illinois in the United States, the MedTech manufacturer has been part of the fabric of Ballina since 1976, where it now employs almost 1,000 people.

Hollister is currently recruiting in the areas of engineering, data science and business services. 

"We are thrilled to announce this significant milestone for Hollister Incorporated. Our commitment to innovation and excellence continues to drive us forward, and this investment in our research programme and digital transformation project is a testament to the hard work and dedication of our entire team,” said Shane Caher, Senior Director of Plant Operations and General Manager. “We look forward to the exciting opportunities that lie ahead as we continue to deliver on our mission to make life more rewarding and dignified for those who use our products and services."

IDA Ireland CEO Michael Lohan said: “Since 1976, Hollister has been creating jobs and investment in Co Mayo. In the intervening near 50 years, Hollister has again and again committed to and delivered on its ambitions for its Irish operations. Supporting Hollister and companies across IDA Ireland’s client portfolio with R&D investment and digital transformation endeavours sits right at the heart of Adapt Intelligently: A Strategy for Sustainable Growth and Innovation 2025-29. I wish to congratulate Hollister and assure them of IDA Ireland’s continued support.”