INIT, which supplies IT solutions for public transport systems, is to increase its capacity in Maynooth in Co Kildare.

INIT opened its first Irish office in 2018, its first software development centre outside Germany and currently employ 25 people.

From today, the office capacity has increased with space to accommodate up to 60 employees and INIT is on the lookout for further cloud software engineers to continue their rapid growth.

The company's operations here are supported by IDA Ireland.

Its customers include transport operators and authorities in cities including Dublin, Honolulu, San Diego, Los Angeles, Seattle, Atlanta, Nottingham, Hamburg and New Zealand.

Before setting up in Dublin, INIT had strong ties with Ireland, including Dublin Bus and in 2010, it implemented the first fleet management and real-time passenger information platform for the Greater Dublin Area.

Matthias Kühn, INIT COO, said that in just over five years, the company's subsidiary in Ireland has exceeded expectations.

"We see this as confirmation that Maynooth is the right place to develop our innovative solutions for public transport. Doubling the staff and more than doubling their office capacity in Ireland will help INIT pave the way for continued success in the future," he said.

Michael Lohan, CEO of IDA Ireland, said that INIT's plans to grow to up to 60 employees in their Maynooth office is great news for the region and indeed Ireland’s technology sector.

"IDA is very proud of Ireland’s reputation as a hub for technology. This expansion is a testament to the talent and skills that companies can find in Ireland and in Maynooth," Mr Lohan added.

Minister for Enterprise, Trade and Employment Peter Burke said that since INIT's establishment in Ireland in 2018, the company have been providing vital IT solutions for public transport, and it is great to see them continue to thrive and grow in Kildare.

"The expansion will provide fantastic employment opportunities in the IT sector. Great news for INIT, Kildare and the wider region, I wish them all the best with this new expansion," he added.