US retail

In the US, Tengelmann-controlled grocery retailer A&P has elected Greg Rayburn to its board of directors, Planet Retail reported, as a replacement for Dr Jens-Jürgen Böckel who has resigned from the board.

'We are pleased to welcome Greg to A&P's Board,' said chairman Christian Haub. 'His experiencein leading companies through critical transitions will be invaluable tothe Board.

'I am looking forward to working with Greg as we continue to execute on A&P's comprehensive turnaround under Sam Martin's leadership,' he added.

A&P filed for Chapter 11 protection in December 2010 and is continuing to restructure its operations.