Directorate Change

RNS Number : 0771E

Victrex PLC

06 February 2018

 

 

6 February 2018

Victrex plc

Directorate change

Andrew Dougal resigns from the Board

Victrex plc, an innovative world leader in high performance polymer solutions, today announces that Andrew Dougal, a non-executive director and Chair of the Audit Committee, has offered his resignation to the Board and will not seek re-election at the Company's Annual General Meeting (AGM) on Friday 9 February. Andrew will step down with immediate effect, having served on the Victrex Board since 2015.

Larry Pentz, Chairman of Victrex, said: "On behalf of the Board of Victrex, I would like to thank Andrew for his service and contribution since 2015.

"After consideration by the Board, we have accepted Andrew's resignation, which includes consideration of the time pressures he may face, and Victrex's reputation, given the backdrop of an investigation into the events at Carillion, where Andrew served on the Board.  The overall conclusion is that Andrew stepping down will be in the best interests of our Company."

Larry Pentz, Chairman of Victrex, will assume immediate responsibility for Chairing the Audit Committee and a further update on a search for a new Audit Chair will be provided in due course.

Enquiries:

Victrex plc:

Andrew Hanson, Director of Investor Relations & Corporate Communications      [phone]

Larry Pentz, Chairman                                                                                       [phone]

About Victrex:

Victrex is an innovative world leader in high performance polymer solutions, focused on the strategic markets of Automotive, Aerospace, Energy, Electronics and Medical. Every day, millions of people rely on products or applications which contain our materials, from smartphones, aeroplanes and cars to oil & gas operations and medical devices. With over 35 years' experience, we are moving beyond the polymer into semi-finished and finished products which shape future performance for our customers and our markets, and drive value for our shareholders. Find out more at www.victrexplc.com

 

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