Clonmel Healthcare has been named the Official Healthcare Partner of Athletics Ireland, launching a new collaboration to promote health and wellbeing across Ireland.

The partnership brings together two organisations that share a commitment to promoting active lifestyles across Ireland, from grassroots participation through to high-performance sport.

As Official Healthcare Partner, Clonmel Healthcare will work alongside Athletics Ireland to support initiatives that encourage people of all ages and abilities to get active, stay healthy and realise the benefits of regular physical activity.

The partnership will provide meaningful opportunities to engage Athletics Ireland’s community of more than 75,000 registered members across 370 clubs, alongside athletes, coaches, volunteers and a wider recreational running audience of more than 300,000 participants nationwide, through a range of health and wellbeing-focused campaigns, content initiatives and community programmes over the coming year.

For over 55 years, Clonmel Healthcare has built a trusted reputation as a leading provider of healthcare solutions for Irish families, distributing millions of essential medicines across the country annually.

Speaking at today’s launch, Donagh O’Leary, Managing Director of Clonmel Healthcare said:

“Joining forces with Athletics Ireland as Official Healthcare Partner allows us to champion health and wellbeing at a truly national level. For over 55 years, Clonmel Healthcare has been a trusted part of Irish family life, and this partnership is a natural extension of our commitment to the nation’s health. We believe that physical activity is the ultimate foundation for long-term health and wellbeing.

Together, we want to inspire people of all ages and abilities to take those first steps toward a healthier, more active lifestyle, while proudly supporting the athletes who inspire us all.”

CEO of Athletics Ireland, Hamish Adams, added:

“We are delighted to welcome Clonmel Healthcare as the Official Healthcare Partner of Athletics Ireland. This partnership is built on shared values, with both organisations committed to improving health and wellbeing and supporting more active lifestyles.

Athletics has a unique ability to positively impact both physical and mental wellbeing at every stage of life – from early participation in childhood through to elite performance and lifelong involvement in sport.

Clonmel Healthcare’s commitment to supporting healthier communities aligns strongly with our vision for the future of athletics in Ireland. We look forward to working together to inspire more people to get involved in our sport.”

Also on hand at today’s launch was Olympian Sophie Becker who said:

“Athletics has had a hugely positive impact on my life, and I’m delighted to see organisations like Clonmel Healthcare supporting the sport and investing in health and wellbeing initiatives.

Looking after your health, recovery, and overall wellbeing is a vital part of being an athlete, but these principles are equally important for anyone taking part in sport at any level.

I hope this partnership can encourage more young people and families to get involved in athletics, become more active, and experience the many benefits that sport can bring.”

The partnership will officially commence in July 2026 and will include health and wellbeing campaigns, athlete storytelling, event activations, educational content and community-focused initiatives designed to encourage more people across Ireland to embrace active lifestyles.

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ABOUT ATHLETICS IRELAND

Athletics Ireland is the National Governing Body for Athletics in Ireland. With more than 75,000 registered members and 370 affiliated clubs, Athletics Ireland is responsible for the promotion, development and organisation of athletics nationwide, from grassroots participation through to elite international competition.

ABOUT CLONMEL HEALTHCARE

Established in 1970 Clonmel Healthcare Ltd has been supplying pharmaceutical products for 56 years both internationally and here in Ireland. Today the company is the Irish affiliate of STADA AG. of Frankfurt, Germany.

Celebrating 56 years in business this year, Clonmel Healthcare is the number one generic supplier of medicines by value and volume in the Irish market *. It is committed to providing access to essential medicines, empowering individuals to live healthier, fuller lives. With two locations and over 70 employees in Ireland, Clonmel Healthcare distributes 26 million packs of medicine annually. It is proud to be a significant contributor to the Irish economy and healthcare ecosystem and is accredited by Guaranteed Irish.

* ‎IQVIA IRLP UN/MAT/MAR/24 and EUR/MAT/MAR/24

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Athletics Ireland CEO Hamish Adams, Donagh O’Leary, Managing Director of Clonmel Healthcare and Athletics Ireland high-performance athletes Sophie Becker, Sean Doggett, and Eric Favors pictured at Morton Stadium, Santry, at the announcement of Clonmel Healthcare as Official Healthcare Partner of Athletics Ireland.