Highlights
- Cook Medical is celebrating 30 years in Limerick, marking three decades of growth, manufacturing excellence, and innovation focused on improving patient care.
- The Limerick operation has grown into a strategic global hub, spanning manufacturing, customer support, and collaborative product development.
- Ongoing investment in Limerick continues to deliver significant regional impact, supporting job creation, strengthening Ireland’s medtech sector, and contributing to local communities through partnerships and philanthropic programmes.
Cook Medical is marking 30 years in Limerick, celebrating a major milestone in its Irish operations and reaffirming its long-standing commitment to innovation, patient care, and community impact.
Since its establishment in 1996, the site has grown significantly and now manufactures 10 percent of Cook’s products for global markets. It has also expanded its capabilities to include centralised commercial activities, customer support, and collaborative product development through its Innovation Centre.
Today, the Limerick site, which employs close to 1,000 people, plays a critical role within Cook Medical’s global operations, enabling the company to deliver medical devices that support healthcare professionals and improve patient outcomes worldwide.
“This milestone is a reflection of the people who have contributed to Cook Medical’s success in Limerick over the past 30 years,” said Pat Burke, Vice President and General Manager of Cook Medical. “The growth of our Limerick site has been driven by a commitment to innovation and improved patient outcomes, and a clear purpose to empower customers, employees, and our communities to reach their full potential.”
The Limerick site has made a strong contribution to the regional economy, creating employment opportunities and supporting the development of skills and expertise within Ireland’s medtech sector. From fewer than a dozen employees in its early years, it has grown to become an important employer in the region, reflecting the continued investment and confidence in Limerick as a strategic location.
Beyond its business impact, Cook Medical remains deeply connected to the local community. Through strategic partnerships, volunteering and charitable initiatives, the organisation continues to support programmes that create opportunities, strengthen communities and improve quality of life.
FAQs
When did Cook Medical open in Limerick?
Cook Medical was first established in Limerick in 1996.
What does Cook Medical do in Limerick?
The site has expanded its initial manufacturing and medical device development offerings to become the regional centre for commercial activities throughout Europe, the Middle East and Africa.
How many people does Cook Medical employ in Limerick?
The site employs nearly 1,000 people.
What is the Innovation Centre at Cook Medical?
The Innovation Centre is dedicated to the design and development of products and processes throughout the product lifecycle. It is equipped with the latest technologies including CAD, 3D printing, mechanical test equipment and simulated clinical test environments.
About Cook Medical
At Cook Medical, we are passionate about making unique, quality medical devices and connecting with people to improve lives. Founded on inventing, manufacturing, and delivering medical devices, we provide healthcare professionals with the tools they need to help their patients return to living.
Our commitment to innovation involves bringing new products to market and keeping existing products relevant to a changing healthcare landscape. We believe in using our business to help people and communities thrive by creating inclusive, supportive, and healthy environments.
We are proud of our history of innovative firsts and the impact we have on patients and communities. With headquarters in Bloomington, Indiana, and manufacturing facilities and offices in various global locations, we challenge ourselves to maintain a global perspective while focusing on local impact.