Global air conditioning manufacturer Airedale International, based in Rawdon, has appointed Mark Firth as finance director.

Mr Firth, who has 18 years of financial management expertise, has vast experience operating in Eastern Europe.

Arif Shahab, global director of cooling products, with responsibility for Airedale, said: "Mark has considerable experience in developing and implementing financial initiatives.

"He will be a valuable addition to our senior management team."