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Glanmire-based automotive and engineering components company MacB Ltd, continue to expand export operations in Central Europe. Photo: iStock

MacB Ltd, a Glanmire-based automotive and engineering components company, established 30 years ago after the closure of Ford's car manufacturing plant in Cork city, is now driving a pathway to success in the competitive €21bn European fastener industry, following a major accreditation endorsement by prestigious German-based, DQS Auditors.

The company is now gearing up to expand its export operations in central Europe, having earned the unique distinction of being the only indigenous Irish company in their sector to win the superior Quality (TS16949) Certification, which is an essential requirement for supplying major big brand car manufacturers in the EU.

Founded in 1982 and with 15 specialist staff, MacB’s focus on growth opportunities in the European market, developed out of necessity over the past decade, as MD John McCarthy, had to follow a number of his customers overseas, as they relocated to central Europe. These business relationships subsequently developed into successful customer partnerships and MacB Ltd continue to expand export operations into Poland, Czech Republic, France and Spain.

The official presentation of the award was made by Minister for European Affairs, TD Dara Murphy, in Cork County Hall this past Monday, March 23rd.

EXPANSION

Having ridden out the difficult economic climate of the last few years, MacB is expanding again, having created a further 5 new jobs in 2014, with further expansion plans expected later this year, being fuelled by this quality award. MacB is also targeting the growing medical devices industry and is in advanced talks with a number of US-based companies, to provide sourcing services to their Irish divisions.

John McCarthy, MD, praised the commitment of the staff in achieving this award. Mr McCarthy commented “any business is only as good as its people, and we have a skilled and dedicated team who give superior service to our blue-chip clients.”

MacB's customer list reads like a Who's Who in automotive industry, including global giants, such as Ingersoll Rand, Thermo King and Eaton.

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