Derry’s Philip O’Doherty described as ‘visionary leader’ as Vertiv confirm pending retirement
Philip O’Doherty has been described as a ‘visionary leader’ in the digital infrastructure upon announcement of his retirement at the end of this year.
On Thursday Vertiv Holdings Co. stated: “Today, we announce that Phil O'Doherty, founder of E+I Engineering and a visionary leader in our industry, will retire effective December 31, 2025. Thank you, Phil, for your extraordinary contributions and leadership.”
The Derry man is the founder of E&I Engineering Ireland Limited and its affiliate, Powerbar Gulf LLC ('E&I'), manufacturers.
E&I was founded by Mr. O’Doherty in 1986.
Both firms specialised in the manufacture of electrical switchgear and power distribution systems.
Four years ago both companies were acquired by US electrical manufacturer Vertiv in a deal worth $2billion.
Vertiv employs thousands of people at its plants at Burnfoot and Campsie as well as its operations in South Carolina in the United States and Ras-al Khaimah in the United Arab Emirates.
Mr. O’Doherty is the chairman of Derry City Football Club.