Bower – who will take up the top job on November 28 – has previously performed the role of Managing Director at three substantial organisations including: Goodman Fielder, MCK Group (a diversified industrial products manufacturer) and most recently Unitas Capital, a leading Asia Pacific private equity firm.

Commenting on the appointment, Nick Greiner, chairman of Blue Star says, “Phillip Bower is an astute businessman who has been tested across a range of industries and challenging commercial situations.

He has proven operational skills and a record of achieving results. The Board looks forward to working with Phillip as he executes the strategy recently presented to Bondholders.”

Graeme Archer, Blue Star’s chief financial officer, is acting Group CEO until Bower’s appointment is finalised.

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