Pennant International Group has appointed Darren Wiggins as the group’s new chief financial officer (CFO).

Wiggins, who had been serving had been serving as interim CFO since 16 September, has been permanently appointed to the board with immediate effect.

Pennant is a systems support software and training solutions company whose key market include the aerospace, defence and rail sectors.

Prior to joining Pennant, Wiggins, a chartered accountant with over 20 years’ experience, has previously held senior executive positions in finance and operational roles within Meggitt Aerospace and Melrose.

Pennant chair, Ian Dighé, commented: “Having already made a very positive impact since joining the company in September, I am delighted to welcome Darren to the Pennant board.

“Darren's wealth of experience will be significant in the reshaping and development of the company as a software-focused business and I, and the rest of the board, look forward to working with him to realise the group’s full potential.”

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