Catalent Appoints GMs for European Network

Catalent Pharma Solutions has appointed two general managers to oversee key Clinical Supply Services facilities in its European network. Alan Robinson will oversee operations at the company’s Bolton and Deeside, UK facilities, and will work to drive uptake in the Clinical Supply Services provided by both sites.
 
Mr. Robinson is a 30-year industry veteran with expertise in operations management, strategic planning, and the application of continuous performance improvement methodologies, including Six Sigma and Lean Manufacturing. Most recently, he was senior director and site head for Aptuit.
 
Also, Roel de Nobel has been appointed general manager of Catalent’s Schorndorf, Germany Clinical Supply Services facility, and will focus on driving operational excellence to support clinical trial needs. Mr. de Nobel brings more than 20 years of experience in logistics, supply chain and financial management, and most recently served as global director, logistics management for Carl ZEISS AG.
 
“The Bolton and Deeside sites operate very much like sister facilities due to their close proximity and mirrored and complementary capabilities. This appointment allows Mr. Robinson to leverage the breadth of services and technical expertise across both sites to the benefit of our customers,” said Stuart Cryer, vice president, Operations, Development and Clinical Services, Europe and Rest of World for Catalent.
 
“Mr. de Nobel has an impressive operations and supply chain track record in highly complex businesses, and we are very pleased to welcome him to Catalent to lead our Schorndorf operations,” added Mr. Cryer.