Nexfor has appointed Robert McKechnie to the new role of general manager, market development.

He will be responsible for the company’s marketing, communication and product development. Mr McKechnie was previously with Akzo Novel Decorative Coatings, where he had been national sales and marketing manager since 2001.

Announcing the appointment, deputy managing director Dave McElroy said the new role reflected Nexfor’s commitment to product development, marketing and further improvements in customer service.