Athlone man to compete against world's best vehicle glass technicians in Lisbon

Athlone's Niall Bolton is heading to Lisbon for the Best of Belron International Competition 2026.

Niall is representing Ireland and Autoglass going head-to-head with the world's best vehicle glass technicians.

He is one of 30 finalists from all over the world to compete at the competition.

Based at the Autoglass branch in Longford, he qualified to compete on the world stage after winning the national Best of Belron Ireland competition.

CEO of the Belron group, Carlos Brito said: "Best of Belron is our global competition that celebrates the very best of our technicians, recognising outstanding skill, professionalism and pride in the work they do for customers every day.

"To our finalists: you are already winners. You represent the highest standards across Belron. Congratulations to every one of you."