Digital Marketing in CorkIreland's pharma & tech heartland.
Cork is Ireland's second city — a pharma, medical-device and tech powerhouse anchored by Apple's European HQ and a thriving SME base.
Cork has hosted Apple's European HQ at Hollyhill since 1980 and is home to Pfizer, GSK, Janssen, Eli Lilly, and a long list of indigenous food, drink and maritime firms. The Cork harbour cluster supports more than 7,000 pharma jobs, and the Tyndall National Institute keeps the city on the global semiconductor map.
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🇮🇪 Since 2015
Irish-owned
Trusted by Cork businesses across south Ireland
Working with Cork SMEs and pharma-adjacent firms across the city, harbour and Ballincollig — onsite when it matters.
Why digital marketing matters in Cork
The commercial context behind every project we ship here.
Metro population
360,000+
Largest urban centre outside Dublin
Pharma jobs in Cork Harbour
7,000+
Major Pfizer, GSK, Janssen, Lilly sites
Years Apple has been here
45+
European HQ at Hollyhill since 1980
Local SMEs served
Citywide
Centre, Mahon, Douglas, Ballincollig, harbour
Cork's commercial fabric is split between large-employer satellites in Mahon, Ballincollig and Ringaskiddy, and an independent SME scene rooted in the city centre, Douglas and the harbour towns. A digital partner that gets both sides of that economy is a real edge.
Why a Cork-aware partner matters
We've worked with Cork-based pharma suppliers, hospitality groups, retail brands and professional services firms. We understand the rhythm of Cork procurement, the importance of word-of-mouth in the local SME scene, and how to optimise for searches that span the city, the harbour towns and the wider county.
Cork industries we serve
Pharma & Life Sciences
Pfizer, GSK, Janssen and Eli Lilly cluster around the harbour.
Tech & Semiconductors
Apple, Tyndall and a growing semiconductor and SaaS scene.
Food, Drink & Hospitality
Renowned independent restaurants, breweries and English Market traders.
Maritime & Logistics
Port of Cork, Ringaskiddy and a strong shipping and freight ecosystem.
Tourism & Retail
Strong domestic and international visitor base — high online discovery.
Cork areas we cover
Onsite when it matters, remote when it doesn't — across the city and surrounds.
We also serve nearby towns including Cobh, Midleton, Mallow, Fermoy, Kinsale, Bandon, Youghal.
What you get
- Google Ads & PPC campaign setup and management
- Social media advertising (Meta, LinkedIn, and more)
- Local SEO and technical SEO improvements
- Content strategy and SEO-driven blog content
- Email marketing campaigns and automation
- Conversion rate optimisation (CRO)
- Marketing automation and lead nurturing
- Monthly analytics and performance reporting
Deliverables & Pricing
- PPC Campaign Management: €300 – €1,500/mo (Google Ads setup & ongoing management)
- Social Media Advertising: €250 – €1,200/mo (Meta, LinkedIn, and other platforms)
- Email Marketing: €200 – €800/mo (Campaign creation & automation)
- Full Marketing Suite: €900 – €3,500/mo (Multi-channel strategy & management)
Same transparent pricing in Cork as anywhere else in Ireland — no city premium.
Our process
How we take your project from idea to live.
Strategy & Goals
We define your target audience, campaign objectives, and KPIs before any spend begins.
Step 1 of 6Campaign Setup
Ad creation, keyword research, targeting configuration, and tracking setup.
Step 2 of 6Launch & Monitor
Campaigns go live with real-time monitoring and immediate optimisation.
Step 3 of 6Optimisation
Continuous A/B testing, bid adjustments, and creative improvements.
Step 4 of 6Reporting & Analysis
Monthly reports with insights, attribution, and clear recommendations.
Step 5 of 6Continuous Growth
Ongoing strategy refinement to compound results and reduce cost per lead over time.
Step 6 of 6
Digital Marketing for Cork industries
How we tailor every engagement to the industries that drive the south region.
Trades & Local Services
- Can you improve local lead volume for trades?Yes — we target local intent keywords and optimise service pages for Dublin, Cork, and your specific service areas.
- How quickly can we see results from local SEO?Local SEO improvements typically show results within 3–6 months. PPC campaigns can generate leads from day one.
Food & Drink
- Can you grow bookings during off-peak periods?We create targeted offers and campaigns aligned to seasonality to maintain revenue throughout the year.
- Do you manage Google My Business profiles?Yes — we fully optimise your Google Business Profile to improve local pack rankings and click-through rates.
Professional Services
- Can you build authority content for our sector?We publish thought-leadership content, case studies, and guides to build trust and organic visibility.
- How do you measure marketing ROI?We track leads, cost per acquisition, and pipeline value — giving you a clear picture of return on every euro spent.
Outcomes we deliver in Cork
SEO and landing pages aligned to intent improved lead quality.
Campaigns optimised with conversion tracking improved return on ad spend.
Technical SEO and content strategy lifted organic positions for target keywords.
Technologies & Tools We Use
The modern stack behind every digital marketing in cork project we deliver.
Use cases we fix
Real problems. Direct solutions.
Leads are inconsistent
Your pipeline fluctuates month to month — some weeks are busy, others are completely dry.
We build always-on acquisition campaigns across search and social that keep leads flowing consistently.
Not ranking locally in Ireland
Your business isn't showing up when people in Dublin, Cork, or your target area search for your services.
We target high-intent local keywords, optimise your Google Business Profile, and build localised content.
Seasonal demand for food & drink
Off-peak periods cause revenue drops that hurt cash flow and staff retention.
We build seasonal offer campaigns and off-peak promotions to smooth demand throughout the year.
SEO isn't delivering
You've invested in SEO before but rankings haven't improved and traffic is flat.
We audit your current SEO, fix technical issues, and rebuild your content strategy around high-intent terms.
Paid spend without ROI
You're spending on Google or Meta ads but can't tell what's working or proving the return.
We audit campaigns, fix tracking, restructure targeting, and optimise towards conversion — not just clicks.
Professional services visibility gap
Competitors are ranking for your services and winning clients you should be getting.
We build authority content, optimise service pages, and run targeted campaigns to reclaim your position.
More services for Cork businesses
Most Cork engagements grow beyond a single service — here's what else we offer locally.
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Digital Marketing Cork FAQs
Cork-specific answers, followed by the broader digital marketing questions we get most often.
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