Explore the findings from the NI Enterprise Barometer 2025 Survey.
Explore the findings from the NI Enterprise Barometer 2025 Survey.
The leading business support organisation and social enterprise is entering a new phase of investment and regeneration, with 2026 to see the completion of Ballyclare’s Foundry House refurbishment, as well as finalising the refurbishment of the Bank Road facility in Larne.
The refurbishment works at Foundry House are progressing and expected to be completed in Spring 2026, with the development to provide enhanced enterprise infrastructure and create new opportunities for entrepreneurs and growing businesses within the local economy.
Meanwhile, LEDCOM’s Community Wealth Building Project will continue to develop within the Mid and East Antrim Borough Council area, alongside the establishment of a Life and Health Sciences Cluster designed to support sector-focused collaboration and innovation.
In 2025, LEDCOM celebrated a major milestone, marking 40 years of supporting enterprise since its establishment in 1985. A series of events throughout the year recognised the organisation’s long-standing contribution to business development and the role it continues to play in strengthening the local economy.
The year also saw significant progress in expanding LEDCOM’s services and facilities. The organisation progressed its presence into Ballyclare through Work Cube and Foundry House, widening access to enterprise support and workspace for businesses across the area.
At the same time, a £1 million refurbishment of the Bank Road site in Larne enhanced the quality of facilities available to local enterprises.
Alongside physical investment, LEDCOM also launched the Community Wealth Building Project after securing funding from the Department for the Economy and the Department for Communities.
The initiative, which along with the North West Community Wealth Building Partnership was recognised at the Social Enterprise NI Awards in autumn 2025, is focused on keeping economic benefit within communities, strengthening local supply chains and supporting long-term, sustainable prosperity across the borough.
Ken Nelson, Chief Executive Officer of LEDCOM, said: “Celebrating 40 years of enterprise support in 2025 was a proud moment for LEDCOM and a chance to reflect on the impact we have delivered for businesses and communities across the Larne and Ballyclare areas since 1985.
“The past year has also been about looking forward. With exciting plans for Ballyclare including the redevelopment of Foundry House into a Ballyclare enterprise centre as well as progressing the refurbishment of our Bank Road site in Larne, we are continuing to strengthen the infrastructure that supports local entrepreneurship and business growth.
"The completion of the Bank Road refurbishment and the anticipated completion of the Foundry House facility reflects regeneration in action and LEDCOM’s ongoing commitment to delivering high-quality space and support for local enterprise.
“Our Community Wealth Building Project represents an important step in ensuring that economic success benefits the communities where it is created. As we move through 2026, we are focused on completing key developments, supporting emerging and growth sectors such as life and health sciences, ensuring LEDCOM remains a catalyst fort inclusive and sustainable economic growth in local communities.”
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