A design image of the Digital Hub development on Northgate Street, Athlone. Works start on new digital hub in heart of AthloneInitial works have started on a new Digital Hub in Athlone as Technological University of the Shannon (TUS) progresses a major town centre regeneration project on Northgate Street. The digital hub is intended "to provide flexible space for collaboration, enterprise and digital innovation, strengthening links between education, industry and the wider community," while also contributing to the ongoing regeneration of Athlone town centre. Welcoming the commencement of works, Cllr Vinny McCormack, Mayor of Athlone, said the development would drive regeneration and economic activity in the heart of Athlone. This is a site of real historic significance, having formed part of the original Athlone workhouse complex," said Cllr McCormack.

Source: Irish Independent February 13, 2026 00:14 UTC