Drytac promotes Kieran Blacknall to managing director in the United Kingdom

Print Solutions

Drytac has announced the promotion of Kieran Blacknall to the role of managing director in the UK.

Kieran will assume full responsibility for the UK business, overseeing strategic direction, commercial performance, and operational leadership. He will work closely with the global leadership team to align UK operations with Drytac’s wider international strategy, while continuing to strengthen customer partnerships and drive sustainable growth across the region. 

Kieran takes on his new position having most recently served as operations manager at Drytac UK. In this role, he oversaw day to day operational activities, ensuring efficient production, quality control, and on time delivery, while playing a key role in long term strategic planning and cross-department collaboration.

He joined the company in July 2023 as academy manager, bringing with him extensive experience from previous management roles within the print industry, including visual communications manager and operations manager at Minuteman Press Bath. Since joining Drytac, Kieran has played an integral role in strengthening internal processes, enhancing team performance, and supporting the continued growth of the UK business.

‘We are delighted to promote Kieran to managing director in the UK,’ said CEO Hayden Kelley. ‘Since joining Drytac, he has demonstrated strong leadership, strategic thinking, and a clear commitment to operational excellence. I am confident that under his direction, Drytac UK will continue to build on its success and deliver outstanding value to customers.’