BAT Announces Management Board Changes
Why we think this is neutral
This RNS announcement is a general update on management changes at British American Tobacco, which does not contain any specific financial or operational information that would significantly impact the company's performance or outlook. As a result, the sentiment is assessed as neutral.
Key Points
- Michael Dijanosic to step down as Regional Director, APMEA on 31 December 2025
- Pascale Meulemeester to join BAT as Regional Director Designate, APMEA from 1 September 2025, and become Regional Director, APMEA and Management Board member from 1 January 2026
Summary
The retailer announces changes to its management board, with a new regional director appointed for the Asia-Pacific, Middle East and Africa region.
British American Tobacco (BAT) has announced that Michael Dijanosic, Regional Director for the Asia-Pacific, Middle East and Africa (APMEA) region, will step down from his role and the Management Board on 31 December 2025. Pascale Meulemeester will join BAT as Regional Director Designate, APMEA, effective 1 September 2025, and will become the Regional Director, APMEA and a member of the Management Board from 1 January 2026.
Key Dates
1 September 2025
Pascale Meulemeester joins BAT as Regional Director Designate, APMEA
31 December 2025
Michael Dijanosic steps down as Regional Director, APMEA
1 January 2026
Pascale Meulemeester becomes Regional Director, APMEA and joins BAT Management Board
GENERAL UPDATE