The Corkman

EPS scoop another gold

- BILL BROWNE

THE Mallow-based internatio­nal water solutions giant EPS has added yet another string to its already impressive bow after retaining its status as one Ireland’s most efficientl­y run companies.

The company, which this year celebrates its 50th year in business, was given another reason to celebrate after scooping the prestigiou­s gold accolade at the 2018 Deloitte Best Managed Companies AwardS.

This is the fourth year in succession that EPA, which employs more than 450 people in Ireland, the UK and Jordan, has been recognised with the gold standard for what competitio­n judges described as their “superior business performanc­e.”

Founded in1968, EPS has grown from a modest electrical and pumping business into a globally recognised exporter and service provider to the water, wastewater and clean technology sectors.

Along the way it has won numerous national and internatio­nal awards, including representi­ng Ireland at the European Business Awards.

EPS managing director Patrick Buckley said the latest accolade underscore­d the contributi­on of every employee within the company.

“This reflects the ongoing commitment and effort of our hard-working teams across the regions as we collective­ly grow the business. As we mark half a century in business, it is wonderful to see that this has been acknowledg­ed for the fourth consecutiv­e year,” he said.

Mr Buckley reflected on what has by any standard been a busy 12 months for EPS.

One of the highlights was the launch last May of their €4.5million Centre for Excellence and Design at the company’s campus in Mallow’s Quartertow­n Industrial Estate.

“We have also expanded and improved our product distributi­on, constructi­on, asset management and service & repair businesses. As we enter our 50th year in business, we look forward to a continued focus on sustainabl­e growth through innovation and partnershi­p,” he added.

 ??  ?? Director Denis Buckley; MD Patrick Buckley; Gerard Fennessy; and Matt Twomey from the EPS Group accepting the Gold Standard at the Deloitte BMC Awards 2018.
Director Denis Buckley; MD Patrick Buckley; Gerard Fennessy; and Matt Twomey from the EPS Group accepting the Gold Standard at the Deloitte BMC Awards 2018.

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