July 2, 2009 - AbitibiBowater said that it has appointed Bruce K. Robertson as chief restructuring officer.

Robertson's primary responsibility will be to support company efforts in the restructuring process stemming from AbitibiBowater's creditor protection filings. He will work closely with the Executive Team and report to David J. Paterson, president and CEO.

Robertson recently served as senior managing partner at Brookfield Asset Management Inc.

AbitibiBowater said it has obtained a court order in the U.S. authorizing the appointment of Robertson.

SOURCE: AbitibiBowater