Digatron Power Electronics, the testing and electronics firm, appointed Karl Sobotka as general manager for Digatron Qingdao China in May.

Digatron said the appointment would consolidate its growth in the China market.

Kevin Campbell, Digatron’s chief executive officer, said: “During Karl’s 33 years with Digatron, Karl has spent more than 10 years working within China, and from 2006-2008, Karl lived permanently in Qingdao for Digatron.

“Karl’s knowledge of Chinese culture (especially sales culture), his extensive networking with clients throughout China, coupled with his previous production and quality management experience within Digatron Aachen provide the Digatron Qingdao China operation a fantastic platform for business growth.”