George Quayle joined the Company in 1992, becoming Managing Director of TFP in 1996 and joined the Board of the Company in 1998.
Martin Thompson joined the Company in 2003 as General Manager of James Cropper Converting Limited ("JCC") and was appointed Managing Director of JCC in 2007. Since this time, JCC has performed well, expanding its customer base, implementing capital investment programmes and delivering sustained sales and earnings growth. Prior to joining the Company, Martin was a main board director of Inveresk PLC and he has also held a variety of roles with Arjowiggins and BASF.
Phil Wild, CEO, commented: "I look forward to welcoming Martin Thompson to the Board of the Company and as Managing Director of TFP. He brings a proven track record for delivering growth, and has a strong commercial, operational & technical background together with a good appreciation of the Company's culture."
James Cropper PLC is the specialist paper and advanced materials group.