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RNS Number : 0555H  Origin Enterprises Plc  11 November 2025

 

Appointment of Non-Executive Director and Chair Designate

 

John Hennessy to succeed Gary Britton as company Chair

 

Dublin, London, 11 November 2025: Origin Enterprises plc ('Origin' or 'the
Group'), the international group shaping the future of sustainable land use,
is pleased to announce the appointment of Mr John Hennessy (69) as an
independent non-executive Director and Chair-Designate, effective 1 January
2026. John will succeed current Chair, Gary Britton, who will retire at the
beginning of March 2026, having served as a non-executive Director for ten
years, including three years as non-executive Chair. John will work closely
with Gary and the Board to ensure a smooth transition of Board leadership. His
appointment follows a rigorous recruitment process led by the Nominations
Committee and Senior Independent Director.

 

John brings extensive leadership and governance experience from executive and
non-executive roles in both public and private companies. Most recently John
served as Chair of Dalata Hotel Group plc, since its IPO in 2014, overseeing
the significant expansion of the business in Ireland, the UK and Continental
Europe. Previously, John chaired CPL Resources plc and served as an
independent non-executive Director at H&K International.

 

John also brings legal and financial expertise from his time as a Senior
Counsel at the Bar of Ireland, specialising in commercial law and taxation,
and as a Partner at Arthur Andersen, where he led forensic accounting and
advisory services. He holds a BA in Mathematics from Trinity College Dublin
and a Barrister-at-Law degree from King's Inns. He is a Fellow of several
professional bodies including Chartered Accountants Ireland and the Chartered
Institute of Arbitrators, and an accredited mediator with CEDR.

 

Gary Britton, Chair, commented: "It has been a privilege to serve on the Board
of Origin for over ten years, including three years as non-executive Chair. I
have worked alongside a dedicated and talented group of directors, current and
former, and an outstanding leadership team who have demonstrated their
commitment to Origin. Over the past decade, we have navigated change, embraced
new opportunities and remained focused on delivering our strategic vision. I
want to extend my sincere thanks to all those I have had the pleasure of
working with during my tenure. Your support, collaboration, and integrity have
made this role both rewarding and inspiring.

 

I am delighted to welcome John as Chair Designate. He brings exceptional
business acumen and expertise to Origin, and I am confident that the Group
will continue to thrive under his and Sean's leadership. I wish the Board, and
the executive team, continued success in the years ahead."

 

Sean Coyle, Group CEO, added: "On behalf of the executive team and the wider
Group, I sincerely thank Gary for his outstanding leadership, guidance and
dedication during his tenure on the Board. His strategic foresight and
steadfast commitment to Origin have been instrumental in shaping the Group's
direction and success, and we wish him all the very best for the future.

 

John's appointment as Chair Designate of the Board marks an exciting new
chapter for Origin. He brings a wealth of experience, and I am confident that
his stewardship will be instrumental in guiding the Board as we execute the
next phase of our growth strategy."

 

John Hennessy, Chair Designate, added: "I look forward to joining Origin and
working collaboratively with my fellow board members, the executive team, and
all stakeholders to build on the strong foundations already in place and to
continue to deliver long-term value for our shareholders. Origin is a dynamic
business, with a strategy focused on optimising sustainable land use and it is
a privilege to join an exceptional team with such commitment to this vision
and ambition for the future.

 

I want to acknowledge Gary for his significant contribution during his tenure
and the trust placed in me to take on this important position. I am confident
the Board will continue to drive meaningful progress for Origin and all our
stakeholders in the years to come."

 

The following information in respect of John Hennessy is disclosed pursuant to
Rule 17 of the AIM Rules for Companies:

 

Current Directorships:

N/A

 

Other directorships held in the last 5 years:

Dalata Hotel Group Plc

CPL Resources Plc

 

 
ENDS
 

 

There is no other information that is required to be disclosed in accordance
with Rule 17, Schedule 2 paragraph (g) of the AIM Rules for Companies.

 

 

 Enquiries

 Origin Enterprises plc

 Colm Purcell
 Chief Financial Officer                             Tel:   +353 (0)1 563 4900

 Brendan Corcoran

 Head of Investor Relations                          Tel:   +353 (0)1 563 4900

 Goodbody (Euronext Growth (Dublin) Adviser)

 Joe Gill                                            Tel:   +353 (0)1 641 9449

 Davy (Nominated Adviser)

 Anthony Farrell                                     Tel:   +353 (0)1 614 9993

 Berenberg (Corporate Broker)

  Clayton Bush                                       Tel:   +44 (0)20 3207 7800

 FTI Consulting (Financial Communications Advisers)

  Jonathan Neilan/ Patrick Berkery                   Tel:   +353 (86) 602 5988

 

 

 

About Origin Enterprises plc

 

Origin Enterprises plc champions sustainable land use through technically-led
solutions, empowering our customers to enrich their land so it can achieve its
true potential. The Group has leading market positions in Ireland, the United
Kingdom, Brazil, Poland and Romania, and is listed on the Euronext Growth
Dublin market and the AIM market of the London Stock Exchange.

 

 Euronext Growth (Dublin) ticker symbol:  OIZ
 AIM ticker symbol                        OGN

 Website:                                 www.originenterprises.com (http://www.originenterprises.com)

 

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