Kilkenny company marks 25 years with an evening of celebrations


Premium shower brand Merlyn officially marked its 25th anniversary on June 5
Premium shower brand Merlyn officially marked its 25th anniversary on June 5 with a special company event in Kilkenny, bringing together colleagues from across Europe, the UK and Ireland for their annual business update followed by an evening celebration.
It was an opportunity to come together as a business to collaborate, align on their strategy and to have fun.
Following the two-day business update sessions held in the Rivercourt Hotel, the team gathered in the heart of Kilkenny at Billy Byrne’s for a summer BBQ. A long side celebrating 25 years of Merlyn, the evening was filled with fun awards, long service presentations, branded cupcakes, and a selfie mirror to capture the big occasion.
With 11 team members recognised for 15 or 20 years of service, reflecting the company’s strong employee retention and long-standing leadership team.
CEO Charlie Soden said: “Celebrating 25 years is not just about the company’s growth, it’s about the people behind that success. We’re proud of what we’ve built together and excited for what’s still to come.”
Founded in Kilkenny in 2000, MERLYN has grown to become the number one brand in premium showering solutions across the UK, Ireland and internationally. The business remains headquartered in Kilkenny with over 120 employees globally, operating as part of Norcros PLC.
