Bord Iascaigh Mhara (BIM) has appointed Richard Donnelly as Chief Executive Officer following an open recruitment process. He takes up the position with immediate effect after serving as Interim CEO since November 2025. Prior to this, he held the role of Director of Development and Innovation Services at BIM.
Originally from Dublin, Donnelly holds a Master of Science degree from Trinity College Dublin. He brings more than 30 years of experience in the seafood sector, having worked in senior roles across fisheries and aquaculture organisations in both Ireland and international markets, with expertise spanning business development, marketing and sales.
Timmy Dooley, Minister of State at the Department of Agriculture, Food and the Marine, welcomed the appointment and said Donnelly’s experience and leadership would support the seafood sector as it responds to current industry challenges and changing market conditions.
The appointment was announced by Aidan Cotter, who highlighted Donnelly’s industry experience, strategic approach and understanding of the opportunities and challenges facing the organisation.
