New chairman elected to the local Engineers Ireland branch
MEMBERS of the Thomond region of Engineers Ireland, which covers Limerick, have elected their new chairperson for the year.
Shannon-based David Purcell takes the reigns from the outgoing chair Mike Griffin.
The Thomond region of Engineers Ireland is a hub for members of the professional body who are based in Clare, Limerick and North Tipperary.
It represents all sectors of the profession, providing continuing professional development and networking events for engineers.
Mr Purcell, who works at Lufthansa Technik Turbine Shannon said: "It is an honour to be elected chair of the Thomond Region of Engineers Ireland. Having joined the region in 2017, I have witnessed first-hand the dedication and passion of our committee and the variety of learning, development, and networking opportunities which have been developed to support and nurture our community of engineers in Clare, Limerick, and North Tipperary."
He paid tribute to his immediate predecessor, saying: "I would like to thank Mike Griffin for his commitment to the Thomond region. He has done a tremendous job over the last year and brought a vibrant energy to the role. I would also like to thank all our committee of volunteer engineers for their commitment to supporting the engineering community in our region."
As for his year in charge, he says he looks forward to continuing the good work of its committee and supporting the group's 1,500 members.
John Power, former president of Engineers Ireland was also present at the Thomond Region's Annual General Meeting and thanked volunteer engineers for their commitment to the cause.