– UK, Bicester – Hardide plc (LON: HDD), the developer and provider of advanced surface coating technology, today announced the appointment of Andrew Magson as Non-Executive Chair, succeeding Robert Goddard who will continue as a Non-Executive Director for the remainder of the calendar year.
“The Board welcomes Andrew and looks forward to working with him as the business continues to expand across its key markets. As an experienced public company Director, Andrew brings a range of well-honed skills including strategic development, corporate governance, financial oversight, change management and M&A. He is also an experienced Chair of Audit Committees. Importantly, he is well-respected and has good networks within City institutions, adding strength to the Board.” said CEO, Philip Kirkham.
Andrew Magson will also take over Robert’s roles as Chair of the Audit Committee, the Sustainability and Risk Committee, and as member of the Intellectual Property Committee.
About Andrew Magson
Andrew Magson has more than 15 years of experience serving on the boards of UK public companies in the engineering and industrial manufacturing sectors. He was the Executive Director, CFO, and Company Secretary of The Alumasc Group plc between 2006 and 2020. Before that, Andrew was Group Financial Controller at BPB plc, where he also worked internationally in M&A and operations. Andrew spent his earlier career at PwC in London where he qualified as a Chartered Accountant. He holds a Business degree from The University of Bath.
Andrew Magson is currently a Non-Executive Director and Chair of the Audit Committee at AIM-listed Renold plc and is a Pension Trustee and Chair of the Pension Investment Committee at The Alumasc Group plc.
About Hardide
Hardide develops, manufactures, and applies advanced technology tungsten carbide/tungsten metal matrix coatings to various engineering components. Its patented technology is unique in combining in one material, a mix of toughness and resistance to abrasion, erosion, and corrosion; together with the ability to coat accurately interior surfaces and complex geometries. The material is proven to offer dramatic improvements in component life, mainly when applied to components that operate in very aggressive environments. This resulted in cost savings through reduced downtime and increased operational efficiency. Customers include leading companies operating in the energy sectors, valve and pump manufacturing, industrial engineering, and aerospace industries.
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