Parr takes over as chief at Tullis

Paper manufacturer Tullis Russell has announced the retirement of chief executive Don Munro.

Managing director of Tullis Russell Papermakers Chris Parr will take over the position of group chief executive as of 1 September 2007.

Parr will combine his new role with his existing position while the longer-term management structure of the business is considered.

Munro said: “We’ve built a strong team and I know it will continue to prosper.”