42 Telecom, a provider of mobile messaging technology solutions and global SMS connectivity services, today announced four new appointments to the senior management team.

Claire Cassar has been appointed to the position of general counsel and SVP product development, based in Malta. Cassar joins from Vodafone Malta and will be responsible for leading the legal and regulatory departments of the company, as well as contributing to the deployment of products.

Appointed head of messaging services, based in London, is Uwe Schiefelbein. Responsible for the  company?s overall target sales revenues, profits and strategic positioning, Schiefelbein brings with him over 20 years of experience working for A&T, Teleglobe Canada, and France Telecom.

Also based in the London office, Melissa Antão has been appointed the position of Senior Marketing Communications Manager. Antão has eight years of experience and is responsible for the company?s development and implementation of its global communications programmes.

Roberto Carfagno has been appointed the position of senior vice president Asia Pacific, responsible for generating and driving sales revenues and establishing a strong presence in the region. Carfagno brings with him over 10 years of extensive knowledge and experience in the Asian market

“We are very pleased to see a wealth of experienced key industry leaders in the mobile space paving the way for the next phase of 42 Telecom?s exciting global growth plans,” says CEO Erik Angelöw. “Their expertise will help the company forge strong alliances with global partners, develop business intelligence in key areas and drive new sales revenues to help 42 Telecom achieve its vision in becoming a cutting-edge telecoms solutions provider for the future.”