Navis TubeTex, a global leader in finishing machinery for the textile industry, has announced organisational changes.
Craige Murray, Executive Vice President of Operations of the company – who spent over 32 years with Navis TubeTex progressing in responsibilities across Operations and Management – has now retired, as reported with mixed emotions by Navis TubeTex.
Reflecting on his career with the company, Craige said, “It has been a privilege to work alongside my colleagues at Navis TubeTex all these years with the common goal of serving our customers. I love this company and feel confident that with the new team in place, the best is still ahead.”
Will Motchar, President & CEO, Navis TubeTex, commented, “Craige has been a vital member of our management team. His efforts and leadership have contributed significantly to the success of this company. As a leader and mentor to many, he will be missed. Everyone here joins me in wishing him all the best in his retirement. He should be proud of his many accomplishments during his career at Navis TubeTex.”
The company said that it continues to evolve and grow at a rapid pace as a leading manufacturer of finishing machinery for the global textile industry and it has built a strong team of leaders who have set the foundation for growth and success.
Succeeding Craige, Mark West has been promoted to Executive Vice President, Engineering and Operations who is considered a wealth of knowledge and experience in engineering, operations and technical services.
With this promotion, Mark assumes additional responsibility for global Manufacturing and Supply Chain activities.
Mark joined Navis TubeTex in 1995 in its mechanical engineering team and he holds a number of patents in the field of textile machinery, with degrees in Mechanical Engineering and Textile Engineering from NC State.
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