Aston Martin names Mark Wilson as new Chief Financial Officer

Aston Martin announces the appointment of Mark Wilson as Chief Financial Officer. Joining on June 8, 2015, Wilson will report directly to Aston Martin CEO Dr. Andy Palmer and take a place on the Executive Board at the company's global HQ in Gaydon, Warwickshire.

With a strong track record of senior automotive experience already accrued with McLaren Automotive and Lotus Cars Ltd, Wilson joins the luxury British sports car maker from renewable energy insurer G-Cube Underwriting where he held the post of Chief Financial and Operating Officer.

"Mark joins us at what is, undeniably, an extremely exciting timefor Aston Martin. We are currently implementing the largest investment plan in our history which will see a total remake of our product portfolio. By the end of the decade, not only will our current line-up have been replaced entirely, we will have added up to three extra model lines and entered new market segments," said Dr. Palmer.

"As our process of product renewal, segment development and market expansion continues I know we will benefit from Mark's extensive automotive experience, his core financial management skill set centred on delivering rigorous cost control and his proven ability to work successfully with multiple investors."

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