8th May 2018 12:06
LONDON (Alliance News) - Benchmark Holdings PLC said Tuesday it appointed Peter George as chairman with immediate effect.
George founded and was chief executive officer of FTSE-listed pharmaceutical company Clinigen Group PLC and he is currently chairman of Ergomed PLC.
George will replace former chairman Alex Hambro who will retire from the board.
"I am delighted to lead the board of Benchmark Holdings," George said. "I have been impressed by the strength of Benchmark's position in aquaculture, its products, scale and global distribution network. There are many exciting prospects for us and, as chairman I intend to work closely with the board to help deliver shareholder value and continue to develop the company's leading position in aquaculture."
Benchmark shares traded higher 4.8% at 55.00 pence on Tuesday.
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