8-K

CRH PUBLIC LTD CO 8-K Report (Oct 6, 2006)

Filed October 6, 2006For Securities:CRH

Summary

CRH Public Limited Company (CRH) filed an 8-K report on October 6, 2006, to announce a significant senior management appointment. Mairtin Clarke has been appointed as the new Managing Director of CRH Europe - Products and Distribution, effective December 1, 2006. This appointment signifies a strategic move to strengthen leadership within a key operational division of the company. The report highlights Mairtin Clarke's extensive experience within CRH, spanning various business segments and international markets, which positions him well to lead the substantial €6 billion division. The CEO, Liam O'Mahony, expressed confidence in Clarke's ability to further develop this segment, underscoring the importance of this role for CRH's European operations and overall growth strategy.

Key Highlights

  • 1Appointment of Mairtin Clarke as Managing Director, CRH Europe - Products and Distribution, effective December 1, 2006.
  • 2Mairtin Clarke's current role is Managing Director, CRH Concrete Products Europe.
  • 3Clarke, aged 49, has a long tenure with CRH, joining in 1979, and has held senior positions across cement, clay, glass, brick, and concrete products businesses.
  • 4He has international experience, having worked in mainland Europe, Ireland, Africa, and South America.
  • 5The CRH Europe - Products and Distribution division is valued at €6 billion.
  • 6Liam O'Mahony, CRH CEO, expressed confidence in Clarke's proven track record and suitability for the new role.
  • 7The filing is made under Form 6-K, indicating it's a report from a foreign issuer.

Frequently Asked Questions

Mairtin Clarke has been appointed as the new Managing Director of CRH Europe - Products and Distribution.

The appointment of Mairtin Clarke is effective from December 1, 2006.

This division is substantial, valued at €6 billion, and is considered a key area for CRH's European operations and growth, as indicated by the CEO's comments.

Mairtin Clarke has extensive experience within CRH, having joined in 1979. He has held senior roles across various product segments (cement, clay, glass, brick, concrete products) and has worked in multiple international regions including Europe, Ireland, Africa, and South America. He is currently the Managing Director of CRH Concrete Products Europe.