BOXARR, the Bristol-based specialist software firm which works with global aerospace and defence groups, has made a strategic senior appointment as it aims for further growth in international markets.
Martin Hamilton has joined the firm, the world’s leading provider of Interdependent Systems Management (ISM) software, in the newly created post of vice president of global aerospace & defence sales. 
Martin, pictured, who has joined from 3D printing firm Cortona3D, where he was channel sales director, is responsible for growing BOXARR’s market position by securing new clients among major aerospace and defence companies.
He has a track record of selling and implementing product development software technologies in the aerospace and defence sectors, as well as valuable experience in other industrial sectors and has covered the Americas, EMEA (Europe, Middle East and Africa) and Asia Pacific regions.
He also has an in-depth understanding of the needs of aerospace and defence companies and tier1 sub-suppliers.
BOXARR chief executive Alasdair Pettigrew said: “BOXARR solutions are already well proven in the world’s largest aerospace and defence organisations.
“We are now delighted to welcome Martin, to drive these established solutions to a new range of customers globally while maintaining our focus on key accounts.”
BOXARR’s unique software saves companies time and money, while reducing risk. Last month it announced it is to significantly accelerate its growth plans after receiving investment of £2m.
The firm, based in Bristol’s Engine Shed innovation hub, was founded by Professor Jim Scanlan of Southampton University, Rob Smith of University College London and Ian Poccachard of Rolls-Royce in 2003.
They identified fundamental weaknesses in the way major firms handle large and complex projects, often leading to serious cost overruns. The firm has a distributor in Shanghai for the high-growth Chinese aerospace market and earlier this year entered the Brazilian market.
The firm rebranded from its previous name Plexus Planning in May.
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