Brian Coll brings Lean Excellence Leadership as Judging Coordinator for Operational Excellence Awards 2026
Brian Coll, lecturer and course co-ordinator for Lean & OpEx programmes at Atlantic Technological University, has been appointed Judging Coordinator for the Operational Excellence Awards 2026, bringing extensive experience in quality management, Lean Six Sigma education, and multinational operational leadership. His appointment combines 18 years of senior-level quality management across Europe, USA, Puerto Rico and Mexico with academic leadership in operational excellence education, ensuring rigorous evaluation standards for Ireland's leading operational performance programme.
SAHCO acquires ultra-modern equipment to enhance aviation ground handling operational excellence
Nigeria-based Skyway Aviation Handling Company acquires ultra-modern ground support equipment to strengthen operational excellence across ground handling operations. The investment enhances efficiency and safety through new ramp tugs, baggage loaders, and boarding stairs.
Indorama Ventures outlines roadmap centred on operational excellence
Thailand-based sustainable chemical producer Indorama Ventures outlines three-year roadmap emphasising operational excellence through a 2026-2028 business plan. The strategy strengthens cost leadership whilst advancing portfolio reorganisation and capital management.
Bridger Aerospace names Adolphus Andrews as COO to boost operational excellence
US-based aerial firefighting company Bridger Aerospace appoints Adolphus "Bill" Andrews as Chief Operating Officer to strengthen operational excellence and enhance fleet readiness. The appointment supports scalable growth whilst advancing safety standards and operational capabilities.
COWI appoints Eva MacInnes to advance UK and Ireland operational excellence
Denmark-based engineering consulting group COWI appoints Glasgow-based Eva MacInnes as senior vice president for UK and Ireland and managing director of UK business. The appointment strengthens operational excellence across infrastructure, energy and transport delivery.
Origin Enterprises achieves revenue growth through operational excellence
Origin Enterprises reports first-half revenue of €852.6 million, representing 2.5 per cent increase supported by volume growth and stronger fertiliser pricing. Ireland and UK operations demonstrate operational excellence through improved winter planting and reduced operating losses.
AJW Group strengthens operational excellence through ASL Aviation partnership
UK-based aviation support provider AJW Group announces A330 Power-By-the-Hour support contract with ASL Aviation Holdings to deliver airframe-only support for two aircraft. The partnership strengthens operational excellence through flexible technical and engineering support.
evcoms wins Operational Excellence in ICT, Media and Telecoms at Operational Excellence Awards 2025
Applauded for its operational innovation in 2025, evcoms secured the Operational Excellence in ICT, Media and Telecoms Award at the Operational Excellence Awards 2025, distinguished for its clear and well-structured approach to Operational Excellence through the adoption of Lean Six Sigma principles. Judges praised the organisation's impactful initiatives and strong alignment between improvement efforts and strategic goals, highlighting the tangible impact delivered across diverse use cases. By combining Lean Six Sigma methodology with disciplined execution, evcoms demonstrated how operational excellence frameworks can drive measurable improvements while delivering sustained success across the ICT sector.
Red Lobster appoints executives to strengthen operational transformation strategy
Red Lobster appoints Brad Hill as Chief Financial Officer and Executive Vice President, Transformation, and Kristen Briede as Chief Global Development Officer. The appointments strengthen operational excellence, real estate strategy, and partnership growth initiatives.
MDP+ appoints Jason Wi to advance global beauty operations transformation
South Korea-based beauty company MDP+ appoints Jason Wi as Chief Executive Officer to drive global operational excellence and strategic growth. The appointment launches comprehensive restructuring whilst building resilient operating model supporting sustained international expansion.
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