Aggregates Industries appoints new head of business development

Construction materials supplier 1707 Aggregate Industries has strengthened its asphalt and ready-mixed concrete division with the appointment of Joanne Wilkins as head of business development.

 
Wilkins has a track record of successfully delivering product development and growth strategies, having spent over 11 years with construction giant 6690 Carillion, most recently as product development director.
 
Already active in her new position at Aggregate Industries, she is tasked with driving sales and development of the firm’s asphalt and concrete performance products, as well as spearheading the growth of value added services.  
 
Commenting on her appointment, she said: "I am delighted to join the Aggregate Industries team and look forward to further developing the strong, customer focused culture that the asphalt and ready-mix concrete business is already renowned for. My focus will be on collaborative planning, bringing both teams closer together and using our in-depth market and product knowledge to drive sustainable growth opportunities.  

“The infrastructure sector will continue to be a key area of growth for Aggregate Industries over the coming years. As such, by providing real innovation through a truly diverse workforce, pioneering products and value added services, we hope to build on our position as the supply partner of choice on some of the country’s most ambitious projects.”