6th Oct 2015 06:45
LONDON (Alliance News) - Oil services company John Wood Group PLC on Tuesday said it has appointed Robin Watson as its chief executive officer, with plans for him to take over on January 1, 2016.
Watson will replace Bob Keiller, who will retire from his role as the end of 2015. Watson has been on the board of the company since 2013 and was appointed chief operating officer in April 2015.
"Robin was identified as the stand out candidate to succeed Bob as part of our succession planning process, and we believe that his knowledge and experience will ensure an orderly transition," said Ian Marchant, John Wood's chairman.
By Sam Unsted; [email protected]; @SamUAtAlliance
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