PPG Refinish has announced four key new appointments which will enhance the strength of its sales, marketing and technical team for the UK and Ireland.

Louise Turpin has been appointed as Marketing Manager, Simon Chamberlain as Light Industrial Coatings Key Account Manager, Stewart Lane as Profit and Process Consultant and Matt Hassall as Regional Sales Manager South East Region of England.

Louise Turpin previously worked at Challs International Limited as Senior Brand Manager and brings a high level of hands on marketing experience within paint and industrial coatings.

Simon Chamberlain brings a wealth of over 30 years’ experience in the industrial and automotive industry. He joins PPG having held a number of senior roles at Mirka, Grove and Wurth.

Stewart Lane joins PPG having previously worked at Mirka and DuPont Coatings in Australia. Stewart will be working with PPG’s technical team to streamline processes and drive new profitability opportunities for PPG and NEXA AUTOCOLOR® customers.

Matt Hassall joins the PPG team with vast experience in automotive, commercial and industrial paint sectors, having previously worked at Hex Holdings, Granville Supplies and Bancrofts.

Gethyn Davies, UK Market Director commented on the appointments, saying, “It is a pleasure to welcome Louise, Simon, Stewart and Matt to the PPG team. Their appointment further strengthens the expertise of our marketing, sales and technical force to provide additional support to our customers; and ultimately drive PPG’s exciting future growth.”