C&C Group PLC, a leading premium drinks company, has announced the appointment of Andrew Andrea as Chief Financial Officer (CFO) and Executive Director, effective from 1 March 2024. Andrea is a drinks industry veteran with over 20 years of experience at Marston's plc, a leading independent brewing and pub retailing business in the UK. He served in various senior roles at Marston's, including 12 years as CFO and Corporate Development Officer, and subsequently as CEO. Andrea is also a Non-Executive Director at Portmeirion Group plc.

Patrick McMahon, CEO of C&C Group, expressed his delight at Andrea's appointment, stating that he brings a rare depth of experience within the industry to the company. McMahon emphasized that C&C Group is focused on building itself as the premium drinks and distribution business in the UK and Irish markets, and Andrea's expertise and insight will be invaluable in achieving this ambition.

In his statement, Andrea expressed his admiration for C&C Group and its combination of iconic brands and market-leading distribution capability. He looks forward to bringing his expertise and working with the entire C&C team to support the growth of the business in the years ahead.

C&C Group PLC is a leading, vertically integrated premium drinks company that manufactures, markets, and distributes branded beer, cider, wine, spirits, and soft drinks across the UK and Ireland. Its portfolio of owned/exclusive brands includes Bulmers, Tennent's, Magners, and a range of fast-growing, premium, and craft ciders and beers. C&C Group is the No.1 drinks distributor to the UK and Ireland hospitality sectors and is listed on the London Stock Exchange.