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Neil McCann, the former chairman and chief executive of Fyffes, has died. Neil McCann was the driving force behind the creation and development of Fyffes, building it into one of the leading fresh produce companies in the world. Having joined the business in the early 1950s, he spearheaded its growth through more than five decades, expanding it into the major international group that it is today. He enjoyed huge respect in the industry and will be sorely missed by all who knew him for his extraordinary vision and leadership, his passion for the business and his generosity and fairness to all.