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Kerry Coaches holds award ceremony in Killarney

Dec 18, 2025 13:17
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Kerry Coaches holds award ceremony in Killarney
Drivers and office staff from Kerry Coaches - Killarney gather outside HARROW Restaurant, Killarney for an historic photo that includes, Mike Buckley, Managing Director, Johnny Buckley, Director and Veerpal Yadav, Director. The coach company was honouring staff and celebrated current employees’ dedication and long-standing commitment to Kerry Coaches. Photo: Don MacMonagle Kerry Coaches, Killarney Annual Outstanding Awards Night and Lifetime achievement accreditation for Managing Director Mike Buckley. More than 130 members of the Kerry Coaches team came together on the 7th of December in Harrow Restaurant, Killarney to celebrate colleagues that have worked with Kerry Coaches over the past 4 decades. The event celebrated current employees’ dedication and long-standing commitment to Kerry Coaches. Over 45 service awards were presented on the night in 3 separate categories; Over 10 years’ service, over 20 years’ service and finally 12 drivers that have worked with Kerry Coaches between 30 and 40 years. Honourees were recognised for reflecting decades of loyalty, professionalism, and contribution to the continued success of the company. Each award recipient was presented with a personalised photograph showcasing a scenic location in County Kerry, along with a commemorative appreciation gift. The formal presentations were followed by an enjoyable evening of festive dining, entertainment, and camaraderie, providing an opportunity for colleagues to come together and celebrate their shared achievements. The awards ceremony marked an important milestone in Kerry Coaches 68 year history, reinforcing the company’s commitment to recognising excellence, valuing long service, and fostering a strong team culture. Proudly presenting the awards were 3 members of the Buckley family; Mike Buckley, Johnny Buckley and Veerpal Yadav. During the evening, Kerry Coaches founder Mike Buckley was surprised when he was formally presented with a Lifetime Achievement Accreditation for Services to Tourism. This prestigious award was adjudicated by the All-Ireland Business Foundation, in recognition of his exceptional and enduring contribution to the tourism industry. This accolade recognises a career built on vision, quality and a steadfast commitment to Ireland’s travel and tourism industry, spanning decades of growth, change and leadership. Further info: Ciara O Donnell 087 6545685 *** Local Caption *** © MacMonagle, Photography www.macmonagle.com email: [email protected] 6 Port Road, Killarney, County Kerry, Ireland Tel: 353 6432833

Kerry Coaches recently held their awards ceremony in Killarney.

Over 130 members came together to celebrate their colleagues long-standing commitment to the business.

More than 45 awards for service were presented to employees, with categories for 10, 20 and 30 years of service.

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Founder and managing director of Kerry Coaches, Mike Buckley, was presented with a Lifetime Achievement accreditation for Services to Tourism.

The prestigious award was adjudicated by the All-Ireland Business Foundation.

 

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