Industry expert Steve Norman has been promoted to Group Commercial & Divisional Director at the Anochrome Group as the business looks to strengthen its position in multiple markets.
Steve has been part of Anochrome Group for seven years, demonstrating exceptional strategic insight and drive, firstly as General Manager and more recently as Group UK Divisional Director.
In his new role Steve will continue to hold high-level responsibility and accountability for the facilities of Anochrome Ltd and Anotec, as well as shaping and executing the Group commercial strategy.
Group CEO Mark Jones said: “This promotion is a testament not only to Steve’s achievements to date, but also to the confidence we have in his vision for the Anochrome Group.
“This strategic enhancement to our leadership structure reflects our ambition to broaden our market position, accelerate commercial performance and ensure we remain at the forefront of innovation, capability and customer value.”
Steve will be responsible for identifying and growing new markets, sectors and industries, while strengthening and evolving Anochrome’s sales and marketing approach.
Steve said: “I am delighted to take on this new role with the challenge of championing sustainable growth across the Group.
“Anochrome is a fantastic business with a rich 80-year history and a plan for continued success for decades to come, for the benefit of our shareholders, employees, partners and customers.
“Key to our development plan is increasing our presence in more diverse markets, including rail and aerospace, where our industry-leading solutions can offer genuine value.”
The Anochrome Group of companies – Anochrome Ltd, Anocote CR, Anocote PL, Anotec, Inlex Locking and WEP – are surface coating and metal finishing specialists and supply many market sectors from automotive and construction to wind energy and petrochemical industries.