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Economy of Drogheda


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The local economy of Drogheda, like that of many other towns in Ireland, is changing rapidly. The old industries based around linen and textiles, brewing, shipping and manufacturing have now disappeared or are in decline. In recent times, business has slowed because of the recession and Drogheda faces an increase in unemployment.

There are still a number of large employers in the town, including:

Glanbia, dairy products factory. (Glanbia Dairies, Drogheda was founded as Ryan Dairies (1957),

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