USA - Swiss Krono Group, manufacturer of wood products and laminate flooring, appoints a new COO and technical director, Steve Carroll, for its U.S. operations in Barnwell, South Carolina.

Caroll comes to Swiss Krono from Arauco North America where he most recently served as their director of Grayling Operations. He brings to Swiss Krono over 30 years of experience in the wood industry.

Carroll will join the Swiss Krono USA management team comprised of Erik Christensen (CEO), Aaron Johnson (finance), and Kyle Brown (sales and marketing).

“Steve’s strong performance in the building products market segment, specifically his previous work within the US wood manufacturing industry, makes him the ideal person to oversee our US manufacturing and technical operations. We look forward to working with Steve as Swiss Krono continues to grow its presence in the United States”, said Erik Christensen, CEO of Swiss Krono USA.