SUPERGLASS Holdings, the glass wool insulation manufacturer, has appointed Ken Munro to new senior operations role, writes Scott Wright.

Mr Munro has been handed responsibility for all operational and trading aspects of the business as managing director of Superglass Insulation.

He will report directly to chairman John Colley. Chief executive Alex McLeod will be responsible for PLC matters at the AIM-listed company.

Mr Munro, who has been with the company since September 2013, previously held senior roles with NCR Corporation and Havelock Europa.

Mr Colley said: "Ken has already made a significant contribution to the Superglass business and the board are confident that he is the best candidate to take the company forward."

Mr Munro said: "Superglass Insulation is well positioned to take advantage of recovering markets with a strong team and a broadening product portfolio. I look forward to leading the business in what promises to be an exciting chapter in its ongoing development."