Directorate Change

RNS Number : 7527U

Clarkson PLC

01 April 2019

 

CLARKSON PLC

(the "Company" or "Clarksons")

01 April 2019

Director Change

Clarkson PLC announces that Peter M. Anker will stand down as a director with immediate effect. This follows Peter's recent decision to retire from the Board and not stand for re-election at the 2019 AGM. Peter will remain within the Group as a Senior Advisor - Banking and Broking. 

Bill Thomas, Non-Executive Chair, said "I would like to thank Peter for his service and considerable contribution to Clarkson during his time on the Board."

Andi Case, CEO, commented "We are delighted that Peter will remain with the Group in this new advisory role. His immense knowledge of the market, and people within it, means both Clarksons and clients can continue to benefit from his invaluable advice. I obviously look forward to continuing to work with Peter in his new role."

For further details contact:

Clarkson PLC

Andi Case, Chief Executive Officer

Jeff Woyda, Chief Financial Officer and Chief Operating Officer

Tel: [phone]

Camarco

Billy Clegg

Jennifer Renwick

Tel: [phone] / 4994

About Clarkson PLC

Clarkson PLC is the world's leading provider of integrated services and investment banking capabilities to the shipping and offshore markets, facilitating global trade.

Founded in 1852, Clarksons offers its diverse and growing client base an unrivalled range of shipbroking services, sector research, on-hand logistical support and full investment banking capabilities in all key shipping and offshore sectors.

The Company has delivered 15 years of consecutive dividend growth. The highly cash generative nature of the business, supported by a strong balance sheet, has enabled Clarksons to continue to invest to position the business to capitalise on the upturn in its markets.

Clarksons is listed on the main market of the London Stock Exchange under the ticker CKN and is a member of the FTSE 250 Index.

For more information, visit www.clarksons.com.

 

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