It is expected that the new showroom will open its doors to the public in September and once fully operational will result in the creation of 20 new full-time jobs. This will bring the total number of employees within the Connolly Motor Group to 183, making it one of the largest in the country, with facilities in Ballina, Galway and Sligo.
Commenting on the announcement, Stephen Byrne, Chief Executive of Mercedes-Benz Ireland, said: "We are proud to welcome Connolly Motor Group and its dealer principals Kevin and Neil Connolly into the Mercedes-Benz dealer network. Through their appointment, Mercedes-Benz will have the benefit of their experience, knowledge and leadership as we seek to extend our market in the region."
Neil Connolly added: "We are delighted to be appointed to represent a brand whose heritage dates back to 1886 and the invention of the world's first motor car - Karl Benz's renowned Benz Velo Comfortable. Our appointment comes at a pivotal period in our development and at an exciting point in the history of Mercedes-Benz as their model range expands to appeal to an even younger generation of motorists."
This latest appointment brings the total number of Mercedes-Benz main dealers in Ireland to 14 and strategically covers a key area in the North West.
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