The Board of Directors of Nampak Limited has announced that Phildon Roux (Phil) has notified the company of his decision to resign from the position of Chief Executive Officer (CEO) with six months’ notice. Phil will leave his post on September 30, 2025, coinciding with the end of the company’s fiscal year. For the remainder of his tenure, he will remain focused on driving growth and concluding key restructuring initiatives.
As part of the succession plan, the Board also announced the appointment of Andrew Hood as the new CEO, effective October 1, 2025. Andrew, who is currently the Portfolio Executive for the Diversified Segment, has extensive experience within Nampak. His operational expertise and deep understanding of the business and market dynamics make him the natural successor.
To ensure a structured transition, Andrew will be appointed Chief Operating Officer (COO) from April 1, 2025, and will work closely with Phil during the transition period. After his resignation as CEO, Phil will remain on the Board as a non-executive director.
