Thermo King Celebrates a 75-Year Legacy of Innovation for the Transport Temperature Control Industry

Thermo King, a manufacturer of transport temperature control systems for a variety of mobile applications and a brand of Ingersoll Rand, is celebrating 75 years of trusted expertise, innovation, partnership and performance in 2013. Sites around the world, including more than 400 employees at the manufacturing facility in Galway, Ireland, are commemorating this milestone with events throughout the month of May.

More than 400 employees at the Galway, Ireland manufacturing facility celebrated May 18, 2013, with an employee gathering and site tours.

Thermo King operations in Galway provide important benefits to the local community, with a long history of supporting organizations that enhance the lives of area residents and institutions. Galway employees support local sports and charity organizations, as well as government employment initiatives such as apprenticeships, local university partnerships and placement of students.

“Thermo King has been a proud citizen of Galway for more than 37 years,” said Cormac Mac Donncha, plant manager for Thermo King Galway. “Support from local government, a hardworking culture and strong community ties are all important factors to the continued success of our company.”

For more information on Thermo King historical achievements, visit http://www.thermoking.com/75years.

Shown at the May 18 anniversary event is Cormac Mac Donncha, plant manager for Thermo King Galway.

For more information, please contact Heidi McGuire.