Ardee Coach Trim Ltd. was formed by a group from the Ardee community comprising of Ardee Development Co. Ardee Credit Union, Ardee Parish Council and St. Vincent de Paul.

Frank Lennon was taken on as manager. The core of the business at that time was the re-covering of seats in buses and coaches. That still is the case today, although the company has now progressed to a One Stop Shop for the coach and bus operator, both big and small. It started with three people, including Frank, and now has 24 fulltime employees. Frank and Anne bought the company in 1995 and the following year moved to new purpose built premises, with the help of the County Enterprise Board. The company now manufactures its own seats which are tested and passed to carry seat belts. These seats are fitted in buses and coaches throughout Ireland and the company continues to grow and expand.

"Louth County Enterprise Board has been a significant contributor to the success of Ardee Coach Trim Ltd. The Board has been a constant help to me personally over the last 20 years. I have called on the Board on numerous occasions during our development and growth - each time the Enterprise Board was there to give whatever help or assistance it could offer. May I take this opportunity to congratulate the Board, present and past members and all who helped in any way. Continued success in what you are doing for all aspiring business across the county".

Frank Lennon