DeKoch Joins Sappi Board

Sappi Limited, Johannesburg, South Africa, this week announced that Robert J. DeKoch has joined the board as an independent non-executive director beginning March 1. DeKoch is currently the president and COO of The Boldt Co. in Appleton, Wis., USA.

Prior to joining The Boldt Co., DeKoch served as a production manager and mill manager as well as VP of manufacturing for Appleton Papers (USA). He also served inter alia as technical director of Consolidated Papers (USA).

Dr Danie Cronje, Sappi chairman, said that "Bob DeKoch brings a wealth of experience regarding leadership as well as lean manufacturing to the board. His broad industry experience will also contribute to the board's deliberations. We are pleased to welcome him to the Sappi board."

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