Bermuda Press (Holdings) Ltd.'s Board of Directors has appointed Jonathan Howes as its new CEO, effective from this year.

In the newly-created position, Mr. Howes, who was formerly the Group accountant, will oversee the operations of the company, including The Royal Gazette Ltd., The Bermuda Press Ltd., Office Solutions and The Stationary Store.

In a statement, Christopher Whittle, president of Bermuda Press (Holdings), said: "The future success of the group will be directly related to its ability to modernise traditional business, streamline operations and to grow new sources of revenue.

"The appointment of Jonathan with his financial and information technology background, combined with his existing knowledge of operations, is an important step in ensuring the company's future success."