New data has revealed that more Laois businesses are availing of websites including the domain '.ie.'

Demand for .ie web addresses across Laois continues to rise, according to new data from the providers of the .ie domain.

Laois recorded a 3.34% increase in its total database, supported by steady new digital business activity. The .ie domain data also reveals that construction continues to lead growth across the .ie database. 

Nationally, the .ie database grew to 332,984 registered domains in Ireland, with new registrations up 9.5% in 2025.

There was a 4.19% increase in construction domains nationally year-on-year to 12,861, aligning with rising demand for housing nationwide. This is followed by utilities (+3.54%) and information and communication (+2.89%), highlighting an increase in demand for infrastructure, energy and digital services.

Other sectors showing sustained growth and adoption of a .ie address include Arts, Entertainment and Recreation (+2.37%) and Professional, Scientific and Technical Activities (+2.03%).

Last year, the longest domain in Ireland belonged to a cork based website, which captured national attention for its web address  ‘corkcorkcorkcorkcorkcorkcorkcorkcorkcorkcorkcorkcorkcorkcork.ie’, at 63 characters long.

In 2025, the longest domain name title has been claimed by a Mayo business with tongue-in-cheek address ‘ohthegreenandredofmayoicanseeitstillitssoftandcraggyboglandsits.ie’, stretching to 66 characters, a playful nod to the now “infamous” Cork entry.

The study also shows a resurging grá for the Irish language. In 2025, new .ie registrations containing a fada increased by 69% year-on-year, signalling renewed interest in Irish-led branding and digital identity among businesses and communities across Ireland.

“A website remains the prime digital real estate for any business," said CEO of .ie, David Curtin.

"With over 333,000 .ie domains now registered and new registrations continuing to grow, Irish businesses are clearly choosing trusted, .ie web addresses as the foundation of their online presence. We can see this with Ireland's construction sector, which is one of Ireland’s most vital industries," Mr Curtin said.

"It has experienced the highest increase in overall .ie database registrations, as those within the sector continue using .ie addresses as their online shopfront.

"Social media cannot replace a secure website that a business owns and controls - the most effective digital strategies use social platforms to drive customers back to that trusted core, prime online real estate: the website," Mr Curtin finished.

Warren Collins, Managing Director at Collins Construction, spoke about his experience in the benefits in using a .ie domain.

“Collins Construction and Project Management Ltd has found that using a .ie domain — www.ccpm.ie — has been instrumental in strengthening its presence, particularly across South County Dublin," he said.

"The Irish domain, which the company first adopted in 2009, clearly communicates CCPM’s local roots and expertise, helping the company connect with homeowners, architects, and designers seeking a trusted construction partner for high-end, architecturally designed homes.

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"By using a .ie web address, local customers can easily find CCPM when searching for the right contractor to deliver a new home project, reinforcing credibility, trust, and relevance in a competitive local market," he said.

"This strong local identity has supported CCPM in attracting some of the best architecturally designed residential projects where local knowledge and reputation are key decision-making factor.”