William T. Bergeron, president of Bergeron Industries, Inc., has announced the appointment of Alfred F. Piazza to a new company position as vice president of international sales and marketing.
Mr. Piazza, who has an extensive background in the shipping industry and development of foreign commerce, will manage Bergeron's newly created international division, headquartered in New Orleans, La. The new Bergeron unit, through a network of agents in Mexico, Central and South America, will be the purchasing arm in the U.S. for foreign clients seeking to purchase steel products, materials-handling equipment, welding machinery, industrial equipment, and general mill supplies. Mr. Piazza also will participate in the worldwide sales and marketing of Bergeron's line of marine vessels.
Bergeron Industries produces a wide range of deck, tank, chemical, and derrick barges, drilling barge hulls, and other specialized equipment.