Carrick on Shannon is located on the banks of the majestic river Shannon, within a short distance of a number of large population centres.

Situated just two hours from Dublin and Belfast, Carrick on Shannon has become one of the most progressive centres of diverse quality commercial activity in Ireland. 

Numerous prestigious companies, big and small have chosen to locate here not least because of the quality of life, education, infrastructure, enthusiastic young work force, quality affordable residential housing and support services but also because of incentives from the local authority and various State and Semi-state development agencies. 

The infrastructure in and around Carrick on Shannon is superb with linkages to the east and west of the country via superior road and rail networks. Air travel is also well catered for with access to international airports at Ireland West (Knock), Dublin, Sligo and Shannon. 

Carrick on Shannon is a progressive centre of diverse commercial activity in Ireland, which has attracted many companies over the years. AvantCard, Mirror Controls International, ElastoMetall and Vistamed are just some of the multinational companies that are currently located in County Leitrim. 

Being situated at the gateway to both the River Shannon to the south and the Shannon-Erne Waterway to the north, the town is the marina capital of Ireland and a watersports paradise, with access to 750km worth of waterways and no fewer than 41 lakes within a 10km radius of Carrick on Shannon.

Leitrim is widely acknowledged as an outdoor adventure centre with excellent Greenways, Blueways and watersport amenities and Carrick-on-Shannon is home to the oldest rowing club in Ireland. The town also has an abundant offering of top class restaurants, accommodation, nightlife, cultural and shopping facilities