Irish specialist electrical contractor DECO Engineering has appointed Maurice Mortell as non-executive director, bolstering its board as the Navan, Co. Meath-headquartered firm pursues an ambitious five-year growth strategy across European critical infrastructure markets.

Mortell brings over 25 years of experience in the data centre and digital infrastructure sector spanning strategy, organisational development, market expansion and sustainability. His previous roles include CEO of Data Electronics Group, VP of Emerging Markets at Telecity Group, and Country Manager for Ireland at Equinix. He currently chairs Digital Infrastructure Ireland and serves on the boards of several businesses.

DECO Engineering, which also operates from Magherafelt, has established a strong position as a specialist electrical contractor in the data centre sector, delivering mission-critical infrastructure projects across Ireland, the UK, Austria, Denmark, Sweden, Finland, Germany, Italy and Spain.

The appointment follows the formalisation of a five-year growth plan anchored on its current €20 million annual turnover. The company has secured over €75 million in project work for delivery within the next 24 months.

Director Declan Donnelly said: "Having an industry leader like Maurice Mortell join our Board is a major achievement for DECO Engineering. His experience, insight, and strategic guidance will be invaluable as we continue to scale the business across Europe."

Mortell said: "There is a clear opportunity to accelerate growth further across Europe, and I look forward to supporting the team in realising that potential."

Find out more about DECO Engineering's European expansion plans and what this appointment means for critical infrastructure delivery in the full article.