LOW & Bonar has announced the appointment of Flybe chief financial officer Philip de Klerk, with the move due to take place in October.

Mr de Klerk leaves Flybe after three years and will take up the same position at Low & Bonar, which has its roots in Dundee, replacing Mike Holt. Prior to joining the Scottish airline Mr de Klerk he held positions at SABMiller and Ineos.

Martin Flower, Chairman of Low & Bonar said: “Philip brings with him commercial as well as financial expertise and substantial experience of international manufacturing businesses.”