Cork, Ireland: innovation profile

Cork is number 567 in the 311 Innovation Cities Index, with an innovation score of 8. It is home to 6 R&D labs and 1 of the world's largest companies in the 311 Institute directories.

Part of the 311 Innovation Cities Index (311institute.com). Last updated 7 October 2026.

Largest companies

• Johnson Controls International plc (#346)

R&D labs

APC Microbiome Institute, Infant, International Energy Research Centre, Ireland government, Munster Technological University, United Technologies Research Center.