– UK, Ashby-de-la-Zouch – Journeo plc (LON: JNEO), a leading supplier of information systems, software, and services to transport operators and local authorities today announced the appointment of Barney Kent to its Board as an independent non-executive director, with immediate effect.
“The growth in shareholder value achieved by Barney while COO at Ideagen was truly exceptional and he brings with him extensive experience in successfully managing growth both through acquisition and organically. We are very pleased to welcome Barney to the board at an exciting time in Journeo’s development and look forward to the valuable input he will be able to make as we progress our growth strategy.” said Board Chairman, Mark Elliott.
About Barnaby Kent
Prior to its $1.3 billion acquisition by a London-based private equity firm in 2022, Barney Kent spent nearly a decade at Ideagen plc, a software company supplying regulatory, compliance, and collaboration solutions to over 10,000 organizations around the world. In his role as COO, Barney led Ideagen to unprecedented growth and financial delivery. Barney has more than 20 years of experience within the technology sector and was previously CEO of Plumtree Group before joining Ideagen. Barney is a non-executive director of Sopheon plc, an AIM-quoted software company. He has a BSc (Hons) from the University of Southampton and an MBA from Edinburgh Business School.
Barnaby Kent said: “Joining the Journeo Board is a great opportunity to assist an exciting and growing organization, which has already demonstrated strong organic growth coupled with targeted acquisitions. The trajectory seems clear and I look forward to using my experience and skills to add sustainable shareholder value over the medium term.”
About Journeo plc
Journeo plc is a leading Intelligent Transport Systems provider, delivering solutions in towns, cities, airports, and the public transport networks that connect them. The Company works extensively with local and combined authorities, Network Rail, and many of the largest multinational transport operators, supporting them as systems converge toward a more efficient and sustainable future.
The business currently has three operating companies:
- Journeo Fleet Systems Ltd: CCTV video surveillance to improve passenger & driver safety, telematics for vehicle and driver performance monitoring, real-time communications for remote condition monitoring, and automatic passenger counting.
- Journeo Passenger Systems Ltd: design, manufacture, installation, and management of hardware and software for electronic public transport information systems, in and around towns, cities, ferry terminals, and airports which includes smart ticketing and wayfinding.
- Infotec Ltd: design, advanced manufacture, installation, and software management of information display hardware for rail applications in stations, on-platform, and on-vehicle.
In the last 4 years, the Company has invested over £5 million in research and development, enabling it to design and supply powerful innovative solutions for customers’ complex requirements and the demands of modern public transport. With an Internet of Things approach and open standards, together with field-proven and reliable engineering, Journeo can offer flexible, scalable products and services that can integrate with existing technology while preparing for future advancements.
Source: https://journeo.com/
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