Universe Group plc announced with immediate effect the appointment of Daryl Paton as Chief Financial Officer of the Group. Bob Smeeton has resigned from his position as Group Finance Director, a position he held for nine years, during which he was instrumental in steering the company through its turnaround and subsequent development. Mr. Paton joins Universe from Access Intelligence plc where he has been Chief Financial Officer since February 2016.

In addition to his roles as Chief Financial Officer, he has held a range of operational positions and has a wealth of experience in M&A and other corporate finance activities.