Christian Salvesen Plc has announced Julian Steadman has been appointed as Group Finance Director and an executive director of the company.

Steadman was appointed in July 2003 to cover the role of finance director following Peter Aspden's departure.

David Fish, chairman of Christian Salvesen said: Julian has made a significant contribution to the group in the short time since he took on the role of interim finance director. I am delighted that we are now able to appoint Julian to the permanent position.”