The centre is being backed by government investments.
A new first-of-its-kind space innovation centre in Westmeath is expected to put Ireland at the forefront of European space research.
Phi-Lab will support space technology, AI and advanced manufacturing.
It’s backed by a Government investment of €170 million over the next five years.
Speaking in Mullingar, Enterprise Minister Peter Burke, says there's a big push when it comes to space research:
Enterprise Minister Says Midlands Still Offering Strong Company Growth
The annual IDA report places the region last in terms of client employment numbers.
Agreement Reached On Westmeath Hospice Care Beds
The Foundation supports a range of care services.
Westmeath Town Awarded For Night Time Economy
Mullingar is receiving the award.
Report Expresses "Deep Reservations" Over Death Of Cloverhill Prisoner
Offaly man Ivan Rosney died in Cloverhill Prison on September 28th 2020.
Appeal Lodged Against 20 Homes In Westmeath
A third party appeal is being lodged against the homes on the Athboy Road, Castledowndevlin.
Laois Floods Cause Serious Safety Concern
A Councillor is calling for a relief scheme.
HSE In Talks With Offaly Concrete Company Over Midlands Hospice Appeal
John Condron of Condron's Concrete in Tullamore is concerned noise from the plant's site will travel to the Arden Lane site.
The F1 Journey Can Cost North Of €30m - Alex Dunne
The Offaly superstar resumes his campaign to reach the sport's top table in the coming weeks.
Offaly TD Demands Stronger Enforcement Against Sulky Racing
Independent rep Carol Nolan thinks more targeted checkpoints are needed.
Laois And Westmeath Primary Students Awarded For Filmmaking Skills
St. Ciaran's National School in Baylin and Graiguecullen's St Fiacc's National School have scooped up FIS Film Awards.
Housing Minister Opens Over 200 Homes In Laois
TD James Browne has opened homes in Portlaoise, Mountmellick and Stradbally.
RSA Urges People To Cut Back Hedgerows
CEO of Westmeath County Council,Barry Kehoe says it's an important road safety matter.
Republic Of Ireland To Face Israel In Nations League
Kosovo and Austria will be Ireland's other two opponents.
Ireland’s First European Space Agency Launches in Westmeath
It is Ireland’s national platform for space technology development.
High Court To Hear Fair Trial Challenge In Alleged Mosque Plot Case
The case for Karolis Peckauskas will be before the High Court next month.
Westmeath Research Firm Launch SME Digital Transformation Programme
The programme supports small and medium businesses.
Midlands Braced For Freezing Conditions As Temperatures Set To Drop
Temperatures could drop to minus 4 over the weekend.
Man In His 20s To Appear In Court Over Alleged Crime Gang Activity
Searches were carried out in Carlow and Dublin after incidents last year.
Ryanair Chief Warns US Could Block Aer Lingus Flights Over Airport Cap
Removal of the limit was approved this week.
Gardaí Suspect Dublin Crime Gang Member Over Midlands Double Stabbing
Gardaí are renewing their appeal for witnesses to Monday's incident.
