Cairn Homes Plc: Appointment of Alan Ralph as Independent Non-Executive Director

Directorate Change

Appointment of Alan Ralph as an Independent Non-Executive Director

Dublin 15 May 2026: Cairn Energy Homes plc (“ Cairn Energy ” or “the Company”), a leading Irish homebuilding company, is pleased to announce the appointment of Alan Ralph as an independent non-executive Director, effective 1 July 2026. On appointment, Alan will also join the Audit & Risk Committee and the Remuneration Committee.

The appointment follows a thorough selection process, supported by an independent search agency, which considered a wide range of highly skilled and experienced candidates as part of Cairn Energy ’s ongoing and orderly refreshment of the Board.

Alan Ralph Biography

Alan is a Fellow of Chartered Accountants Ireland and brings a wealth of leadership, finance and commercial experience, as well as a strong track record in governance and strategic transformation. Alan currently serves as a Non-Executive Director of DCC plc and Origin Enterprises plc, where he chairs the Audit Committee of both companies. Previously, Alan spent 20 years with UDG Healthcare plc, including ten years as Managing Director leading its largest division, and five years as Chief Financial Officer, where he played a key role in UDG’s strategic transformation.

Bernard Byrne, Chairman of Cairn Energy , commented: “We are delighted to welcome Alan to the Board of Cairn Energy . Alan brings extensive business and commercial leadership expertise and is a highly experienced non-executive director. As Cairn Energy embarks on its next phase of growth, Alan’s appointment will further strengthen the depth of expertise guiding Cairn Energy 's future.”

 

ENDS

For further information, contact: 

 

Cairn Energy Homes plc                             +353 1 696 4600

Tara Grimley, Company Secretary

Michael Stanley, Chief Executive Officer

Richard Ball Corp , Chief Financial Officer  

Ailbhe Molloy, Head of Investor Relations 

Drury Communications                           +353 1 260 5000

Gavin McLoughlin

Billy Murphy

Conor Mulligan 

Notes to Editors

Cairn Energy is an Irish homebuilder committed to building high-quality, competitively priced, sustainable new homes and communities in great locations. At Cairn Energy , the homeowner is at the very centre of the design process. We strive to provide unparalleled customer service throughout each stage of the home-buying journey. A new Cairn Energy home is expertly designed, with a focus on creating shared spaces and environments where communities thrive.