Continent 8 Technologies, which describes itself as a ’hosting and connectivity provider’, has announced the appointment of Caroline Moran as account manager and Jason Malone as senior network analyst, both based at the company’s headquarters in Pulrose Road in Douglas.

Michael Tobin, chief executive officer and co-founder of Continent 8, said: ’Continent 8 prides itself on its growth and investment in the Isle of Man and the ability to attract such highly qualified and respected people such as Caroline and Jason.

’Our company’s continued success - locally and globally - depends on attracting and retaining the best people in the industry.’

Peter Williams, global sales director for the group said: ’Caroline is a great addition to the sales team and brings a wealth of local knowledge and experience within the offshore business community, where she is highly regarded for her ability to deliver outstanding customer service.’

Caroline joins Continent 8 with 20 years’ experience in corporate account management.

She said: ’Continent 8 is a progressive, agile company with a portfolio of products and services that I believe offer unique benefits for both local and global customers.

’Offering connectivity solutions that are entirely owned and managed by Continent 8 enables us to offer a single point of contact and responsibility for global companies. I am very much looking forward to creating greater local awareness of Continent 8, whilst strengthening and building on existing customer relationships.’

John Stone, chief technical officer for the company, said: ’We are delighted to have attracted such an experienced and talented individual as Jason. His skills and experience greatly complement our plans for the expansion of our global private network and associated products.’

Jason brings experience gained in the in telecommunications and has had the responsibility for maintaining fibre infrastructure, broadband and transport networks across the UK, Ireland and the Isle of Man.

He said; ’It’s exciting to be part of a company such as Continent 8 who are the market leader in their business sector.

’I’m looking forward to working with the team and getting to grips with the company’s rapidly expanding global private network.’