The accolade of SIMI Person of the Year has been awarded to Rosemary Smith an individual who has positively impacted on the Irish motor industry and deserves recognition for her achievements.

The Awards in partnership with Castrol celebrate best practice in the Irish motor industry, acknowledge the work and successful achievements of SIMI members during these tough economic times. Celebrating everything that is good about the automotive trade, the awards are open to the widest possible cross-section of the Irish motor industry.

All businesses from across the motor industry are invited to enter the awards, which aim to celebrate the industry leaders and recognise the amazing achievements made by these businesses over the last 12 months.