The following statement was released today by Convoy International:

“It is with great sadness that we announce that Geoff Matthews, CEO of Convoy International, passed away today in Engadine NSW, due to unexpected complications from a recent illness. The entire Convoy family mourns this loss. On behalf of our management team and employees, we extend our deepest sympathies to the Matthews family. Geoff was a larger-than-life figure who brought his remarkable passion, energy and decades of experience in the audio industry to the business.”

General manager Steve Burton issued the following statement on behalf of Convoy:

“With the passing of Geoff Matthews, Convoy has suffered a major loss. Notwithstanding that loss, the Matthews Family has made clear their wishes that Geoff would want Convoy to continue and to prosper. The Management Team will honor this wish, and uphold the legacy that Geoff nurtured and leaves behind. The Family & Management Team will continue to consider in a deliberative way how best to maximise Convoy’s performance over the long term.”

The funeral service for Geoff Matthews will be held at South Chapel, Woronora Memorial Park, Linden Street, Sutherland on Friday 8th March 2019 at 11:00am should anyone wish to attend.