8-K

CRH PUBLIC LTD CO 8-K Report (Dec 1, 2003)

Filed December 1, 2003For Securities:CRH

Summary

This 8-K filing from CRH Public Ltd Co. on November 28, 2003, primarily announces a significant change in its directorial and financial leadership. Myles Lee has been appointed as the new Finance Director, succeeding Harry Sheridan, who has retired after a distinguished 36-year tenure with the company, including 16 years as Finance Director. This transition marks a pivotal moment for CRH, as it signals the passing of leadership to a successor with extensive experience within the company's financial operations.

Key Highlights

  • 1Appointment of Myles Lee as the new Finance Director, effective November 28, 2003.
  • 2Retirement of Harry Sheridan as an executive director and Finance Director after 36 years of service.
  • 3Harry Sheridan's significant contributions over 16 years as Finance Director, overseeing CRH's expansion.
  • 4Myles Lee's extensive experience, having served as General Manager Finance since 1988.
  • 5CRH's substantial global presence, with operations in 23 countries and annual sales of approximately €11 billion, as highlighted by the outgoing Finance Director's tenure.
  • 6The filing is deemed incorporated by reference into various CRH registration statements, including those for CRH America, Inc.

Frequently Asked Questions

Myles Lee has been appointed as the new Finance Director, effective November 28, 2003.

Harry Sheridan is retiring from his executive and director roles after 36 years with CRH, including 16 years as Finance Director. The company wishes him well in his retirement.

Myles Lee's appointment is significant as he has been with CRH since 1988 as General Manager Finance, making him uniquely qualified to lead the company's financial operations into the future. His long tenure suggests continuity and deep understanding of CRH's financial strategies.

During Harry Sheridan's 16 years as Finance Director, CRH expanded its operations into 23 countries, achieving annual sales of approximately €11 billion.