Donnybrook Fair has been honoured for its longstanding commitment to fresh produce in Ireland at the annual Checkout Best In Fresh Awards. The retail group, which recently opened its fifth outlet in Dublin’s Grand Canal Quay, was awarded the ‘Best Retail Group’ award at the annual event, which saw 21 awards presented to retailers from across Ireland.
Commenting on the award, Stephen Wynne-Jones, editor, Checkout, said the award acknowledges the fact that Donnybrook Fair “continues to invest in new, creative concepts that echo the overarching quality message of the group. The fact that owner Joe Doyle and his family are still very much hands-on in its stores is an indication of the dedication to quality that permeates the whole group.”
The event also saw the presentation of a ‘Lifetime Achievement’ award to John Moloney, the former managing director of Glanbia plc, for services to fresh produce. Moloney retired from Glanbia at the end of last year, after 27 years with the business.
Commenting on his award, Moloney said, “I accept this award not on my own behalf, but on behalf of the wider team in Ireland, particularly those that work in the Consumer Foods business, including current chief executive Colin Gordon, former chief executive Michael Kenny and the late Pat Brophy. On their behalf, for their achievements in what is a hugely competitive sector, I’m proud to accept this award.”
Other winners on the day included McInerney’s SuperValu Loughrea (winner of the Best Large Supermarket award), Donnybrook Fair Morehampton Road (Best Medium Supermarket), Scally’s SuperValu Blackrock, Co. Cork (Best Small Supermarket), Maxol Mace Ardara (Best Forecourt), Centra, The Oval, Dublin (Best Convenience Retailer) and ADM Londis (Best Fresh Logistics/Supply Chain).
