David H Wilson retires from the company after nearly 50 years in the industry, while Rowlinson promotes two further members of staff.
After 49 years in the industry, David H Wilson has retired as general manager and relinquished his responsibilities for the terminal at Grimsby. Mr Wilson will continue to offer Rowlinson his wealth of shipping expertise on a part time consultancy basis.

The company is also delighted to announce the promotion of Lee Patterson to the position of Grimsby distribution centre manager, with Tracey Watson's position enhanced to deputy.

A spokesperson said: "Rowlinson Timber wishes them both every success in their new roles at a time when the company is successfully cementing still further its role of nationwide distributor of carcassing to timber and builders merchants."