AIM-listed Surface Transforms has appointed Michael Cunningham as its new non-board finance director, with immediate effect.
Cunningham joins the group from Bentley Motors, where he is currently profitability controller. Prior to joining Bentley, he was finace director of Aquila Truck Centres, commercial director of MAN Truck and Bus UK, and financial controller of Preston Group, a family owned car dealership.

Cunningham is a fellow of the Association of Chartered Certified Accountants, holds an MBA from the European School of Management and Technology in Berlin and a Bachelor of Engineering degree from Queens University Belfast.

Chief executive officer Kevin Johnson said: "We are delighted to welcome Michael to this senior role in the company. In particular the combination of his extensive automotive experience and strong strategic financial management will be most valuable as the company moves onto the next stage of its development."

At 1325 GMT, the shares were down 2.8% to 14.95p.

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