Warsaw, 26 May 2026: Stock Spirits Group today announces the appointment of Arnaud Jobard as Managing Director of Dugas, effective 8 June 2026, marking the next phase of the Group’s growth ambitions in France.

Arnaud succeeds Marianne Loing, who has decided to step down from the role for personal reasons following a successful period leading the integration and development of Dugas within Stock Spirits Group.

Since joining the Group in 2023, Dugas has become a key strategic platform for Stock Spirits Group in France. Under Marianne’s leadership, the business successfully integrated into the Group, onboarded the distribution of Clan Campbell, expanded the presence of Stock Spirits’ owned brands in the French market and strengthened its commercial capabilities and long-term growth foundations.

Marianne will remain with the business in an advisory capacity over the coming months to support a smooth transition and ensure continuity for colleagues, customers and partners.

Arnaud Jobard joins Stock Spirits Group with more than 30 years of leadership experience across the global FMCG and beverages sectors, having held senior positions at global icons, Suntory Global Spirits, Suntory Beverage & Food, Danone and Coca-Cola.

Most recently, as General Manager France at Suntory Global Spirits, Arnaud led a major business transformation programme focused on accelerating growth, reshaping commercial operations and strengthening route-to-market performance. Across his career, he has built a reputation for driving high-performance cultures, leading large-scale transformation programmes and delivering sustainable profitable growth in highly competitive markets.

His appointment comes as Stock Spirits Group continues to accelerate its strategic ambitions across Europe, with France representing a significant opportunity for future expansion and portfolio growth.

Steven Libermann, Group CEO of Stock Spirits, said:

“Marianne has played an important role in shaping the future of Dugas within Stock Spirits Group. Her leadership, commitment and deep understanding of the French market have helped build strong foundations for the business, strengthen the team and position Dugas for its next phase of growth. I would like to sincerely thank her for everything she has contributed.”

“I am thrilled to welcome Arnaud to the Group. He is a highly respected industry leader with an exceptional track record of transformation, commercial growth and team leadership across some of the world’s most recognised consumer brands. His experience, energy and strategic mindset make him the ideal person to lead Dugas into its next chapter.”

“France is an increasingly important market for Stock Spirits Group and we have ambitious plans for the future. Arnaud’s appointment reflects both the scale of that ambition and our continued investment in building a high-performing international business.”

Commenting on his appointment, Arnaud Jobard said:

“Dugas is a business with a strong reputation, an outstanding portfolio and significant potential for future growth. I am excited to join Stock Spirits Group at such a dynamic moment for the organisation and look forward to working with the talented Dugas team, alongside our customers and partners, to accelerate the next stage of development in France.”