Evan Williams has been named Group-wide Head of Marketing, Sales and Production Planning by Vetropack Holding Ltd with effect from 1 June 2019, succeeding Marcello Montisci, who retires at the end of the year. Mr Williams, who will also become a member of the Management Board, holds a BSc Honours in business administration and applied psychology from Aston University, Birmingham. Born in the UK, he also holds an Executive MBA from Ashridge Hult International Business School.

Glass packaging has been the professional focus for Evan Williams for the past 25 years and working for O-I Europe, he headed up marketing and sales areas across various regions and categories. His most recent position saw him assume responsibility for global cross-functional key account teams. Mr Williams adopts a strategic and target-oriented approach and is well acquainted with the area of production planning.

Following retirement, his predecessor, Marcello Montisci will continue to be available to Vetropack Group for special projects.