Irish engineering and automation solutions company Reliance has appointed Simon Coveney as a non-executive director.
With a workforce of 53, Reliance has seen double digit growth in each of the last five years and has operations in Cork, Dublin, Limerick and Antrim.
The company, which was founded in 1925, also operates a new state-of-the-art facility in Dublin which houses a robotics and automation technologies hub.
“I’m honoured to join Reliance as a non-executive director during such a milestone year,” Simon Coveney. said.
“As a successful fourth-generation family business built on innovation and excellence, Reliance is trusted by its many customers and has ambitious plans for future growth and new product innovation,” Mr Coveney said.
“Reliance embodies the best of Irish indigenous business – driving Ireland’s economy forward, creating jobs, and fostering a culture of enterprise. I’m looking forward to working with the Board and entire team and contributing my experience to help steer the company towards even greater achievements ahead,” he said.
“Throughout my political career, I have always emphasised the vital role family enterprises play in the economy. Joining one with a 100-year legacy is an opportunity I value greatly,” he added.
Peter Creighton, CEO of Reliance, said that Simon Coveney’s extensive experience and proven leadership will be invaluable as it embarks on its second century of delivering exceptional engineering solutions.
