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Kaizen chief takes ownership through Bank of Ireland-backed buyout

Author: Jed Nykolle Harme

Kaizen Workforce Solutions has completed a management buyout backed by Bank of Ireland, with CEO Lauren Mulligan taking ownership of the €34 million business. Kaizen manages staffing for logistics and manufacturing clients.

Bevcraft plans Mullingar warehouse and process hall expansion

Author: Jed Nykolle Harme

Bevcraft has lodged plans to expand its Mullingar facility with a new warehouse and process hall covering 1,895 square metres. The packaging specialist already operates eight sites across Europe, serving over 500 clients.

Henkell Freixenet takes majority stake in Cassidy Wines

Author: Jed Nykolle Harme

Henkell Freixenet has taken a 60 per cent stake in Irish importer Cassidy Wines for an undisclosed sum, merging both groups' distribution operations. The German producer says the deal will enhance distribution capabilities.

An Post Commerce wins dual awards for Transport & Logistics and Public Sector at Operational Excellence Awards 2026

Author: Jed Nykolle Harme

Revisiting this year's standout public sector performers, An Post Commerce secured dual awards at the Operational Excellence Awards 2026, delivering €32.5 million cumulative savings through a 15-year Lean Six Sigma programme spanning nearly 2,000 trained people and 300+ Green Belt projects. An Post Commerce's deeply embedded lean culture delivered measurable operational and financial impact whilst transforming its business model and upskilling workforce. Recognition reflects how sustained continuous improvement drives simultaneous gains across efficiency, cost management, and workforce capability, setting benchmarks as the 2027 cycle approaches.

When Connectivity Fails, Accountability Matters: Why Irish Operational Leaders Must Close the Resilience Gap

Author: Jed Nykolle Harme

LightSpeed Networks research finds 45% of UK connectivity buyers have faced disputed supplier fault responsibility, with 34% lacking clear accountability structures, making connectivity resilience a board-level operational risk.

DHL Supply Chain wins SAS ground handling contract at Manchester

Author: Jed Nykolle Harme

DHL Supply Chain has been appointed ground handling partner for SAS at Manchester Airport under a new three-year agreement. DHL mobilised the operation in just 30 days while maintaining full service continuity.

Vodafone Business partners with Tech Mahindra on UK transformation

Author: Jed Nykolle Harme

Vodafone Business has partnered with Tech Mahindra to help UK organisations modernise operations using AI, automation, private 5G and cloud technology. The deal builds on VodafoneThree's £11 billion network investment programme.

Valeo Foods sells Irish arm to sharpen sweet treats focus

Author: Jed Nykolle Harme

Valeo Foods Group has sold its Ireland business, including Batchelors and Odlums, to a consortium led by former executive Hilliard Lombard. The Bain Capital-owned group is refocusing its portfolio purely on sweet treats.

Highspring expands Dublin base to strengthen delivery resilience

Author: Jed Nykolle Harme

Highspring is expanding its Dublin operations, creating 50 new jobs in engineering, operations, finance and consulting roles. The Tennessee-based professional services firm cites Ireland as key to strengthening its global delivery resilience.

Graham lands contract to build Sky's Livingston campus

Author: Jed Nykolle Harme

Graham has been appointed principal contractor for Sky's new 15-acre Livingston campus, consolidating four existing buildings into one 21,000 square metre site. The project will house 3,000 employees under one efficient operation.

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