Irish Times complete purchase of Landmark Media; Pledge to protect 'identity and independence' of titles

The Irish Times has completed the acquisition of all of the publishing and media interests of the Cork-based Landmark Media group, which owns the Irish Examiner newspaper and other titles.
In a statement to staff, outgoing CEO of Landmark Media, Tom Murphy, said he was delighted to announce that The Irish Times had completed the purchase of all of the media assets in Landmark Media by purchasing Sappho Limited.