Mr Simpson suffered a fatal heart attack on the afternoon of Tuesday October 16 at the company’s Stoke-on-Trent offices.
The unexpected and swift nature of this loss will be felt not just by staff at SCA but by people across the trade, as Mr Simpson was a well-known figure in the industry.
The company extends its heartfelt and sincere sympathies to his widow and family.
For those in the trade wishing to do the same books of condolence will be opened; further details to follow shortly.
