Derrycourt Triumphs at the 2025 IASI Awards
The importance of ‘owning the moment’ in the workplace was a key message at the 23rd Irish Accommodation Services Institute (IASI) Awards Ceremony on 22 March 2025 The Great Southern Hotel, Killarney.
For Derrycourt Cleaning Specialists, this meant seizing the opportunity to showcase excellence, dedication, and professionalism in the accommodation services sector.
With an impressive total of 3 Supreme and 17 Gold Awards, including recognition for 10 hospitals and 7 nursing homes, Derrycourt’s commitment to outstanding service was firmly established.
Supreme Success
Derrycourt was honoured with the highest accolades of the evening, securing Supreme Awards across all the categories they entered. These awards represent the pinnacle of achievement in accommodation services, recognising the very best in the industry:
- Hospitals Supreme Award: National Rehabilitation Hospital
- Nursing Homes Supreme Award: Seanchara
- Operative Supreme Winner: Ramona, Lusk Community Unit
These outstanding achievements highlight Derrycourt’s unwavering dedication to maintaining the highest standards in healthcare and accommodation services.
A Landmark Event
The IASI Awards Ceremony took place as part of the organisation’s 40th anniversary conference at The Great Southern Hotel, Killarney. Over 350 attendees gathered to celebrate this historic milestone and recognise the finest professionals in the industry.
Founded in 1985, IASI serves as the national body representing accommodation professionals across hospitality, healthcare, and education. Its mission is to champion best practices, provide valuable training and development opportunities, and foster networking and professional recognition within the accommodation sector.
Celebrating Excellence
The conference featured a keynote speech from US actor Colin Egglesfield, who delivered an inspiring talk on the importance of ‘owning the moment’ in the workplace. The event also paid tribute to the legacy of IASI by honouring past presidents and reflecting on four decades of industry advancements.
The highlight of the evening was the IASI Awards Ceremony, where outstanding members were acknowledged for their achievements. Awards ranged from merit recognition to supreme honours, making it a memorable occasion for all participants.
Derrycourt is honoured to have been recognised at such a prestigious event and remains committed to delivering excellence in accommodation and healthcare cleaning services. These Awards reinforce the company’s dedication to setting the benchmark in the industry, ensuring the highest standards of hygiene and professionalism.
Looking Ahead
Derrycourt extends its congratulations to all the winners and expresses gratitude to IASI for its continued efforts in upholding and celebrating excellence in the accommodation services sector. As the company looks to the future, it remains steadfast in its mission to provide top-tier cleaning solutions that enhance the environments of hospitals, nursing homes, and beyond.
Awards Won by Derrycourt at the IASI Awards
Hospitals
Supreme Award
- Winner: National Rehabilitation Hospital
- Runners up:
- CHI Crumlin
- St. Marys Hospital
- Runners up:
Gold Awards
- CHI Crumlin
- CHI Tallaght
- CHI Blanchardstown
- CHI Temple St
- Connolly Hospital
- LauraLynn
- Mater Private Hospital
- National Rehabilitation Hospital
- National Forensic Mental Health Services
Nursing Homes
Supreme Award
- Winner: Seanchara
- Runners up:
- Lusk Community Unit
- Clarehaven
- Beechlawn Nursing Home
- Runners up:
Gold Award
- Meath
- Anam Cara
- Beechlawn Nursing Home
- Clarehaven
- Lusk Community Unit
- Navan Road Community Unit
- Seanchara
Operative
Supreme Award
- Winner: Ramona, Lusk Community Unit

