Speaking at the launch of the Athy Food, Drink and Skills Innovation Hub Minister for Business, Enterprise and Innovation, Heather Humphreys TD said: “I’m delighted to join Kildare County Council and Coca-Cola in launching the Food, Drink and Skills Innovation Hub here in Athy. Through the new hub, budding entrepreneurs in the food and drink sector will have the space where they can access expertise and training, become more innovative, and grow their business, creating new job opportunities in the Mid-East region. As an industry leader, Coca-Cola remains a major employer on this island and their investment in this facility will help to ensure they leave a positive legacy in the local community. This project is an important element in the implementation of the Mid-East Regional Enterprise Plan, which I launched with regional stakeholders earlier this year” she added.