The board of directors of Putprop notified its shareholders that Mr. Johann van Zyl has been appointed as a non-executive director with effect from 22 October 2013. Johann is a chartered accountant by profession, who currently holds the position of financial director at Neo Trend Property Developers Proprietary Limited, as well as directorships in over 20 unlisted companies. Johann brings to the company over 19 years' board experience in the retail, commercial and industrial property sectors and has been involved in several 'cradle to grave' mixed use developments.

In addition he has extensive financial management experience in commercial operations.