Malcolm Johnstone, managing director of Grimsby, North East Lincolnshire-headquartered ACS&T, has been appointed president of the Reading, United Kingdom-based Food Storage & Distribution Federation (FSDF). It is the second he is heading up the organization, which celebrated its centenary in 2011 and is the sole trade body that represents and supports interests of the UK’s entire food and drink logistics industry.
Having worked in the logistics sector for 40 years and as managing director of ACS&T for the last eight years, Johnstone brings significant leadership expertise to the FSDF board of directors, said Chris Sturman, chief executive of the FSDF.
He added: “We’re pleased to welcome back such an experienced professional to the role of president. He is well known in the industry for his huge passion and drive, and his commitment to setting high standards of excellence in food storage and distribution.”