17 November 2021
Sound Energy plc
("Sound Energy" or the "Company")
Proposed Non-Executive Director Appointment
Sound Energy, the energy transition company, announces that Dr Christian Bukovics will be appointed as Senior Independent Director of the Board to succeed Richard Liddell, who has tendered his notice to step down from the board effective 30 November 2021. Christian will chair the HSE and Remuneration & Nomination committees.
Christian, a geoscientist by background, has succeeded in the oil and gas sector for 40 years, since 2013 as adviser, founder, investor and board member with small-cap oil and gas companies including on the board of London Stock Exchange premium listed JKX Oil&Gas Plc contributing to its turn around. Prior to 2013, he pursued a truly international career with Shell, spanning the globe. Positions included VP Exploration Russia and FSU, VP Commercial in Global Exploration and GD of Shell Temir (exploration and oil production) onshore Kazakhstan.
A further announcement in connection with Dr Bukovics' intended appointment to the Board will be made in due course.
Graham Lyon, Sound Energy Chairman, commented:
"We are delighted to announce Christian's proposed appointment to our board. He will bring a wealth of in-depth technical knowledge coupled with a growth driven entrepreneurial spirit. His wide-ranging knowledge, relationships and vast experience in leadership will provide an invaluable aid to the board and as Senior Independent Director."
F or further information please contact:
Vigo Consulting - PR Adviser Patrick d'Ancona Chris McMahon
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Tel: +44 (0)20 7390 0230 |
Sound Energy Graham Lyon, Executive Chairman |
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Cenkos Securities - Nominated Adviser Ben Jeynes Peter Lynch
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Tel: +44 (0)20 7397 8900 |
SP Angel Corporate Finance LLP Richard Hail |
Tel: +44 (0)20 3470 0470 |