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GROUNDFORCE U.K. & IRELAND APPOINTS NEW MD


Paul Donovan joins Groundforce U.K. & Ireland from sister Vp plc company TPA.

Specialist construction solutions supplier Groundforce has appointed Paul Donovan as its new managing director for the U.K. and Ireland

Paul had previously been managing director at the Vp plc temporary roadway business, TPA, where he was responsible for overseeing the diversification of the business into new markets, which included modular pontoons, and Rapid Rail Access.

Before joining TPA and the Vp plc group Paul held a range of senior commercial roles within several building and construction companies, most recently Havelock Europa plc. He has a Diploma in Building Services Engineering and an MBA from Henley Management College.

Paul said: “I am delighted to be given the opportunity to bring my experience across to Groundforce, leaving TPA in very capable hands. Groundforce is a dynamic business which prides itself on market leading products and service, the business has a wealth of experience and knowledge and I am looking forward to working with the team.”

Michael McDonnell Managing Editor of Irish Construction Industry Magazine & Plan Magazine

Email: michael@irishconstruction.com      WWW.MCDMEDIA.IE

 

 

 

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