12th Feb 2013 17:18
RECKITT BENCKISER GROUP PLC - Directorate ChangeRECKITT BENCKISER GROUP PLC - Directorate Change
PR Newswire
London, February 12
Further to the announcement made on 17 September 2012, Reckitt Benckiser Groupplc (RB.L) today confirms the resignation of Liz Doherty and the appointment ofAdrian Hennah as Chief Financial Officer and an executive director, withimmediate effect. Liz will remain with the business until the end of March 2013to ensure a smooth transition.
The following information is given in accordance with Listing Rule 9.6.13:
* Mr Hennah was an executive director and Chief Financial Officer of Smith & Nephew plc between 2006 and 2012. He retains his non-executive directorship of Reed Elsevier plc. * There are no further disclosures to be made pursuant to Listing Rule 9.6.13.For further InformationAndraea Dawson-ShepherdGlobal Director, Corporate Communication and AffairsTelephone +44 (0) 1753 217 800
Liz Richardson
Company SecretaryTelephone +44 (0) 1753 217 800`Notes for Editors
About Reckitt Benckiser (RB):
Reckitt Benckiser (RB) is a global consumer goods leader in health, hygiene andhome.
With a purpose of delivering innovative solutions for healthier lives andhappier homes, RB is in the top 25 of companies listed on the London StockExchange. Since 2000 net revenues have trebled and the market cap has increasedby 5 times. Today it is the global No 1 or No 2 in the majority of itsfast-growing categories, driven by an exceptional rate of innovation. It'shealth, hygiene and home portfolio is led by 19 global Powerbrands includingNurofen, Strepsils Gaviscon, Mucinex, Durex, Scholl, Lysol, Dettol, Clearasil,Veet, Harpic, Bang, Mortein, Finish, Vanish, Woolite, Calgon, Airwick, andFrench's, and they account for 70% of net revenue.
RB people and its culture are at the heart of the company's success. They havean intense drive for achievement and a desire to outperform wherever theyfocus, including in CSR where the company has reduced its Carbon footprint by20% in 5 years and is targeting now to deliver a 1/3 reduction in water use, 1/3 further reduction in Carbon and have 1/3 of its net revenue coming from moresustainable products by 2020. It is also the Save the Children charity'slargest FMCG global partner.
The company has operations in over 60 countries, with headquarters in the UK,Singapore, Dubai and Amsterdam, and sales in almost 200 countries, The companyemploys approximately 38,000 people worldwide.
For more information visit www.rb.com
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