VPK Group has confirmed the appointment of Noel Maguire as Plant General Manager for its site in Limerick, Ireland. The appointment marks an important step in VPK’s continued commitment to manufacturing in Ireland and strengthening its long-term presence within the Irish packaging sector.
The Limerick facility plays a central role in supplying Irish customers with high-quality, sustainable corrugated packaging. Maguire’s appointment reinforces VPK’s investment in local production, local capability, and a strong leadership foundation to support future growth in the region. He brings more than 30 years of senior leadership experience across the recycling, packaging and food industries.
Paul Barber, Interim Managing Director, VPK Packaging UK & Ireland, commented, “This is a significant appointment for VPK and a clear statement of our commitment to the Irish market. Limerick is a key manufacturing site for us, producing in Ireland for Ireland, and Noel’s leadership will help us build on that strong foundation. His experience, energy and commercial mindset make him the ideal person to guide the site into its next phase of growth while ensuring we continue to deliver the quality and service our customers expect.”
Maguire added, “VPK has a strong reputation for producing high-quality, sustainable packaging here in Ireland, and I’m looking forward to working with the team to build on that strength. My focus will be on developing our people, enhancing our performance and ensuring we continue to deliver outstanding value to our customers across Ireland.”
