James Cropper plc announced that Isabelle Maddock has resigned from the Board and appointment of Andrew Goody as Chief Financial and Operations Officer (CFOO). Andrew is expected to join the Company and the Board of Directors this coming autumn after completing his period of notice. Andrew's appointment is subject to the usual regulatory approval and a further announcement will be made in due course.

Andrew has over 20 years' experience as a Finance Director across a variety of sectors. He is currently the Finance Director for Bibby Marine and previously worked at Garic, Bibby Group's plant hire business, during which time the business saw revenue growth of 80% and more than doubled EBITDA. Prior to Bibby, Andrew worked as Finance Director for TJ Hughes.

He spent the early years of his career and qualified as a chartered accountant with KPMG. Andrew has a proven track record in developing and delivering successful investment strategies as well as improving working capital. He has extensive financial, commercial, M&A and business transformation experience.