Prior to this, Andrew worked in IT and outsourced professional services in London’s Docklands. “We are very pleased that Andrew Stark has accepted the PPMA Group board’s offer to become chief operating officer,” states PPMA group chairman, Richard Little. “Andrew has many years experience of the packaging machinery market, including in-depth knowledge of end users and the supply chain. Andrew will add value to the already excellent PPMA team and allow us to build on our rapid progress in developing our PPMA Show and related events, and also facilitate the introduction of new strategic initiatives such as the PPMA BEST (Business, Education, Skills and Training) programme.