IMR and DRCD Join Forces to Virtualise 50 Broadband Connection Points Across Ireland.
Cavan Connects is thrilled to share some exciting news from our innovation partners at Irish Manufacturing Research (IMR). In a major step forward for rural digital inclusion, IMR has announced that the Department of Rural and Community Development and the Gaeltacht (DRCD) has officially joined the #Navit family!
This collaboration will see the virtualisation of 50 Broadband Connection Point (BCP) buildings across Ireland in the coming months. These BCPs are vital digital hubs in rural communities, and this initiative will transform them into Virtual Portals—interactive, immersive spaces that connect people, ideas, and opportunities like never before.
Navit is a cutting-edge platform designed to bring immersive digital experiences to physical spaces. By integrating Navit into BCPs, communities will gain access to virtual services, training, collaboration tools, and more—bridging the digital divide and empowering rural innovation.
This project is more than just technology—it's about connecting communities, unlocking potential, and bringing the future to rural Ireland. Whether you're in Cavan or Connemara, these Virtual Portals will open doors to education, enterprise, and engagement.