27th Jul 2011 14:06
Director UpdateAshtead Group plc27 July 2011 ASHTEAD GROUP PLC Director Update
Ashtead Group plc announces that Ian Robson Finance Director since June 2000, has notified the Company of his intention to retire in July 2012. Ian has worked tirelessly on the Company's behalf over the last eleven years and the financial strength of the Company and its sound debt structure which have served the Company well through the recent recession are tributes to those efforts.
Upon Ian's retirement, the Company is delighted to announce that Suzanne Wood will succeed Ian as Group Finance Director. Suzanne, an American citizen, has been Chief Financial Officer of the Group's wholly owned subsidiary, Sunbelt Rentals Inc since 2004. Suzanne's in-depth knowledge of Sunbelt's business will be invaluable in enabling a seamless transition in July 2012.
Contacts:
Geoff Drabble Group Chief Executive 0207 726 9700
Ian Robson Group Finance Director 0207 726 9700
Brian Hudspith Maitland 0207 379 5151
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