13th Nov 2019 15:58
(Alliance News) - Wentworth Resources PLC said Wednesday it has appointed Chief Financial Officer Katherine Roe as interim chief executive officer with immediate effect.
She will be standing in for Eskil Jersing, who has stepped down from his role and the oil & gas firm after a year in the role since 2018.
Roe has been part of Wentworth for five years since 2014, and has been chief financial officer for a year since 2018.
"We thank Eskil for his efforts to move Wentworth forward and wish him the best for his future endeavours. I am delighted Katherine will be stepping up and providing continuity as she addresses the opportunities ahead for Wentworth, supported by a long standing and trusted team in both Tanzania and the UK, and assisted by our experienced board," said Chair Bob McBean.
Shares in Wentworth Resources - which is headquartered in Reading - were down 1.4% at 17.51 pence on Wednesday in London.
By Dayo Laniyan; [email protected]
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