Caroline Shilton has been appointed global market manager at Awlgrip, replacing Elenor Ekman, who is moving to work for Akzo Nobel in North America.

Shilton is a professional marketer and chemist. She has extensive knowledge and experience of the yacht paint industry through her previous work with other Azko Nobel brands including International Paint and Sikkens and will play a key role in continuing the development of the Awlgrip brand worldwide.