Gas Networks Ireland has announced the appointment of Diarmuid Collins as Director of Customer and Business Development, strengthening its senior leadership team as the organisation continues to expand its role in delivering a cleaner, more secure and sustainable energy future for Ireland.
Diarmuid brings more than 15 years of experience with Gas Networks Ireland, during which he held a range of senior roles across the organisation’s finance functions, including Treasury, Investor Relations and Commercial Finance. During his tenure, he also served as Acting Chief Financial Officer for a 13-month period while the recruitment process for a permanent CEO was underway.
In his new role, Diarmuid will lead customer and business development activities, with responsibility for supporting Gas Networks Ireland’s ambition to replace natural gas with renewable gases, including biomethane and green hydrogen. These renewable energy solutions have the potential to significantly reduce Ireland’s carbon emissions while complementing intermittent renewable electricity generation and enhancing the security of the country’s energy supply. Diarmuid will also hold executive responsibility for Aurora Telecom, a division of Gas Networks Ireland.
Welcoming the appointment, David Kelly, CEO of Gas Networks Ireland, said:
“Diarmuid has made a significant contribution to Gas Networks Ireland over the past 15 years and has consistently demonstrated strong commercial acumen, leadership and a deep understanding of our business. His experience across finance, strategy and the wider energy sector, together with his commitment to delivering value for our customers and stakeholders, make him exceptionally well placed to lead this important function. I look forward to working closely with him as we continue to deliver on our vision for a net-zero energy future.”
Commenting on his appointment, Diarmuid Collins said:
“I am excited to take on the role of Director of Customer and Business Development at such an important time for Gas Networks Ireland and the wider energy sector. Ireland’s transition to a low-carbon economy presents significant opportunities, particularly in the scale-up of renewable gases such as biomethane and hydrogen. I look forward to working with colleagues, customers and stakeholders to accelerate this progress and help deliver a more sustainable, resilient and secure energy system for Ireland.”
From Nohoval in Cork, Diarmuid is a Business graduate of the University of Limerick and holds a Master’s degree in Economics and Finance from the National University of Ireland, Maynooth. He is also a Fellow of the Association of Chartered Certified Accountants (FCCA).