11 Nov 2016 07:00
11 November 2016
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SIG plc
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Directorate change
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Appointment of Interim Group Chief Executive
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The Board of SIG plc announces that Stuart Mitchell has stepped down as Group Chief Executive by mutual agreement with immediate effect. Mel Ewell, a Non-Executive Director, has been appointed Interim Group Chief Executive on a full time basis whilst the Board conducts an external search for a new Group Chief Executive.
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Leslie Van de Walle, Chairman of SIG plc, said:
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"On behalf of the Board and Group, I would like to thank Stuart for his commitment and all that he has contributed during his four year tenure as Group Chief Executive. Stuart brought together a loose federation of independent businesses; developed a new strategy and plans to improve our procurement and supply chain functions; and identified new areas of organic growth opportunities in Air Handling and Offsite.
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As Interim Group Chief Executive, Mel brings his experience in logistics, construction and engineering, and comes with a strong track record of operational delivery and successful change management at TNT and Amey. During his five years as a Non-Executive Director he has developed a detailed knowledge of the Group, which has made him a strong individual to drive forward our plans during this transitional period."
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For further information, contact: | Â |
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SIG plc: | Â |
Leslie Van de Walle, Chairman | +44 (0)203 204 5402 |
Simon Bielecki, Investor Relations | +44 (0) 7515 794 359 |
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FTI Consulting: | Â |
Richard Mountain/Nick Hasell | +44 (0)20 3727 1340 |
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