Combilift, the Irish manufacturing giant, celebrated a landmark achievement at the prestigious Irish Exporter of the Year Awards 2024, becoming the first Irish firm in history to win the coveted Exporter of the Year title three times.
The IEA (Irish Exporters Association) event hosted at the Dublin Royal Convention Centre, saw Combilift not only secure the title of Manufacturing Exporter of the Year, but also claimed the ultimate honour of being named Overall Irish Exporter of the Year 2024. This extraordinary accomplishment further solidifies Combilift’s reputation as a leader in both the manufacturing and export arena.
Combilift’s victory at this year’s Irish Exporter of the Year Awards is the latest in a long line of accolades. The company previously won the Irish Exporter of the Year award in 2008 and again in 2015, making this their third time receiving the prestigious title. These successes reflect Combilift’s ongoing commitment to innovation, growth, and quality in a highly competitive global market.
These awards acknowledge Combilift’s significant contribution to the international marketplace, its innovative approach to engineering, and its relentless focus on fostering a culture of creativity and forward-thinking within the industry.
“I am thrilled to honour Combilift with the 2024 Exporter of the Year award," says Simon McKeever, Chief Executive of the Irish Exporters Association. "Their success in global markets is a testament to the hard work and dedication of their entire team. Combilift’s focus on innovation is at the core of its global success. Since its inception, the company has fostered a strong ethos of innovation, engineering solutions that push the boundaries of what’s possible in material handling. Their customised forklifts and warehouse solutions enable businesses to maximise space, reduce costs, and enhance safety, which has been a key driver of their international growth.”
“We are absolutely delighted with this recognition," adds Combilift’s CEO, Martin McVicar. "To win two major awards, including Overall Winner, is a testament to the dedication, hard work, and innovative mindset of the entire Combilift team. Winning the Exporter of the Year in our market is the equivalent of winning a Gold medal at the Olympics – we are all competing at the highest level, and this award reflects that.
"I would also like to thank our customers and dealers around the world, your continued support and partnership has been key to our continued success. Our commitment to delivering cutting-edge solutions globally is stronger than ever, and it’s fantastic to have that recognised on such a prestigious platform.”
