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Infrastructure Minister Liz Kimmins has visited Resonate Testing in Newry for the official launch of the company's new Thermal Vacuum capability. The new facility allows Resonate Testing to simulate the harsh conditions of space, including vacuum and extreme temperature environments, giving customers a fully integrated solution to qualify hardware for launch and operation in orbit.
The launch also marked ten years of the company's operation. Speaking at the official opening, Minister Kimmins said the milestone reflected the company's reputation for innovation. "It is a real pleasure to be here today to mark not only the official opening of this impressive Thermal Vacuum facility, but also to celebrate ten years of success for Resonate Testing. Over the past decade, this company has built a strong reputation for innovation, technical excellence and customer focus. The launch of the Thermal Vacuum places Resonate Testing and Newry firmly on the map as a leading provider of advanced environmental testing, not just locally, but across these islands and beyond."
She said the investment would help support the wider regional economy. "Importantly, this investment strengthens our regional economy by supporting local skills development and enhancing our reputation as a centre for advanced engineering and innovation."
Minister Kimmins also pointed to the company's location within the Belfast-Dublin corridor as a key strength. "Resonate's location in Newry also positions it perfectly within the Belfast-Dublin corridor, a corridor that is increasingly recognised as a key driver of all island economic growth and cross border collaboration. Facilities like this help connect our economies, ensure regional balance, attract investment, and ensure that we can compete internationally in sectors like aerospace and space technology. This is exactly the kind of ambition and forward-thinking we want to see, a local company scaling up, innovating and contributing to a globally significant industry."
