The Asphalt Industry Alliance (AIA) has appointed Rick Green as its new Chairman.

Mr Green, who is currently Managing Director (MD) of Hanson Contracting, is taking over from Alan Mackenzie who has stepped down after five years in the position.

With more than 25 years' operational and commercial experience in the highway construction and maintenance sector, Mr Green has a background in civil engineering and he has held a number of senior positions within the asphalt industry.

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Speaking on his new role, Mr Green said: "I am delighted to have taken over as Chairman of the AIA.

"It is recognised as an authoritative voice on industry issues and has played a significant role in promoting the benefits of planned, preventative maintenance and the need for long-term funding commitments from central government."

(LM)