Mr. Bandele has held several senior positions in the field of finance and controlling, most recently as CFO of Aker Floating Production ASA (subsequently acquired by Ocean Yield ASA).

He has extensive manufacturing and supply-chain experience from General Electric Healthcare. Mr. Bandele holds a Bachelor of Economics degree from the University of Sheffield and is a qualified Chartered Accountant (ACA). Mr. Bandele is a UK citizen but is resident in Norway.

"I am very pleased to announce the appointment of David Bandele. His professional background and international profile will be a great contribution to the management of Hexagon Composites," says Jon Erik Engeset, CEO of Hexagon Composites ASA.

David Bandele will be based in Aalesund and takes up his position with effect from 6 January 2014.