Mr Manifold is a 50-year-old accountant with an MBA. He has been a board member and COO since January 2009. Before joining CRH in 1998, he was COO of a private equity group.
“Albert brings to his new role a deep knowledge of the industry and proven international executive experience,” said chairman Nicky Hartery.
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