Universal Music Publishing Group (UMPG) has appointed Bertil David as its Managing Director in France, effective immediately.

He succeeds Jean-Philippe Allard, who leaves the business after leading UMPG France since 2007.

David (pictured) joined Universal in 2013 and previously served as Head of A&R and Synch at UMPG France.

Source: www.musicbusinessworldwide.com