Lauri Ratia, chairman of Paroc Board of Directors, says: "We are pleased to have Kari join Paroc. Kari has gained broad international experience of steel industry sales and production, through upswings and recessions. Through his engagement with many markets and product segments he has acquired valuable insight into key account management and customer service. He also has gone through the challenges of major change programmes and participated in significant investment projects.
His experiences in various senior management positions provide a good basis to work as the Paroc Group managing director. Kari will undoubtedly bring new views and broad experience into Paroc, which will significantly benefit the company in developing further."
Until July 31, 2011, CFO Anders Dahlblom holds the post of the acting managing director of Paroc Group Oy.
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