Ibstock Plc (LON:IBST), a leading UK manufacturer of a range of building products and solutions, has announced that Will Wilkins will become the Group’s Chief Financial Officer and an Executive Director. He is expected to join on 1st August 2026.
Will joins Ibstock from Mpac Group plc, a global leader in high-speed packaging and automation solutions listed on the FTSE AIM market where he has been Chief Financial Officer since 2018 having held several finance roles at the same company. Prior to this, Will held senior financial positions at BSH Home Appliances, having started his career at Grant Thornton. Will currently has no other external appointments.
The appointment follows the conclusion of a thorough CFO search process led by the Nomination Committee, supported by external advisers.
Simon Bedford will continue as Interim Chief Financial Officer until Will joins the Group.
Joe Hudson, Chief Executive Officer of Ibstock, said:
“On behalf of the Board, I am delighted to welcome Will to Ibstock to support the continued delivery of our strategy. He brings considerable experience in finance and operations in a listed manufacturing company environment and will be a great complement to our Board and Executive team. I would also like to thank Simon for his important contribution as Interim CFO since his appointment in October 2025.”
Will Wilkins said:
“I am very happy to be joining Ibstock Plc and look forward to working with the Board and management team to support the delivery of its strategy. My focus will be on maintaining strong financial discipline and ensuring the Group is well positioned for long-term growth and value creation.”
