10th Mar 2006 07:00
Devro PLC10 March 2006 DEVRO PLC 10 March 2006 Appointment of Stuart Paterson as Non-Executive Director Devro plc, the world's leading producer of collagen products for the foodindustry, today announces the appointment of Stuart Paterson as a Non-ExecutiveDirector. The appointment takes effect immediately. Mr Paterson will take over the Chairmanship of the Audit Committee. Mr Paterson (48) has been Chief Financial Officer of Johnston Press plc since2001. He was formerly Finance Director of Aggreko plc. He is a non-executivedirector of Mirago plc. Commenting on today's announcement, Pat Barrett, Chairman, said: "I am delighted that Stuart Paterson has agreed to join the Board of Devro. Hebrings considerable relevant experience in the management of public companieswith a strong financial background, and we look forward to his contribution toour future development." There are no details that are required to be disclosed under paragraph 9.6.13(2)-(6) of the Listing Rules of the UK Listing Authority. Enquiries: Graeme Alexander Chief Executive 01236 879191John Neilson Finance DirectorJon Coles/Mark Antelme Brunswick 020 7404 5959 Notes to editors: Devro (www.devro.plc.uk) is the world's leading manufacturer of collagenproducts for the food industry. In addition, the company manufactures a range ofplastic casings, supplies customers in the food industry with a range ofdistributed products and also supplies pure collagen raw materials for use inthe healthcare industry. With manufacturing facilities in three continents and2005 revenue in excess of £150m, Devro products are sold worldwide. This information is provided by RNS The company news service from the London Stock ExchangeRelated Shares:
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