CRO OPEN DATA PORTAL

The Companies Registration Office (CRO) has officially launched its brand-new Open Data Portal! This is a tremendous step forward, making company information more accessible than ever before. The portal is a result of a significant drive making open company data available across the EU.

So, what is it? Think of it as an easy-to-use hub where you can explore a wealth of company data, from basic company details to financial statements. The purpose is to provide a clear and comprehensive view of businesses registered in Ireland.

And who benefits? For entrepreneurs and small businesses, it’s a goldmine for market research, helping them understand competitors and identify opportunities. Investors can gain deeper insights into potential ventures. Researchers and academics now have an invaluable resource for economic analysis.

For example, you can use the CRO Open Data Portal to find out how many companies are operating under a specific NACE code.

While the portal might not have a “one-click” counter for NACE codes, the powerful “Company Records” dataset includes the “Nace Version 2 Code” for each company. This means you can download this comprehensive dataset (often available in formats like CSV) and use Excel/Google Sheets to filter and count companies by their respective NACE codes.

This feature is transformative for anyone wanting to understand specific industry trends, market saturation, or even identify potential business. It puts detailed economic insights at your fingertips!

Visit the portal now at https://opendata.cro.ie/