13 Jun 2017 08:41
13 June 2017
Oxford Instruments plc
Appointment of Senior Independent Director - CORRECTION
Oxford Instruments plc today announces a correction to its Appointment of Senior Independent Director announcement published on 13 June 2017. In the original announcement, the date when Stephen Blair will join the board was given as [3 July] 2017. This has been corrected to the 1 July 2017. The full corrected announcement is given below.
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Release date: 7am Tuesday 13 June 2017
Oxford Instruments plc
Appointment of Senior Independent Director (As Corrected)
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Oxford Instruments plc, a leading provider of high-technology solutions, information and services for industry and research, is pleased to announce the appointment of Stephen Blair as an Independent Non-Executive Director. He will join the Board from 1 July 2017 and will also take on the role of Senior Independent Director.
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Steve was most recently the Chief Executive of e2v, a manufacturer of sensors, radio frequency generators and semiconductors. E2v was a listed company until its recent acquisition by Teledyne Technologies in March 2017. Previously Steve was Business Group Director for Spectris plc. Steve has a breadth of experience covering established and high growth emerging markets, strategic planning and portfolio development. Steve holds a B.Eng (hons) in Electronic Engineering from the University of Sheffield.
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Alan Thomson, Chairman, said:
"We are delighted to welcome Steve to the Oxford Instruments Board as our Senior Independent Director. He brings with him broad operational experience and a sound technical understanding and we believe he will be a great asset to the Group as it continues to evolve and grow."
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Ian Barkshire, Chief Executive, said:
"Steve has a proven track record in driving growth and brings with him highly relevant experience gained at a range of technology businesses. We look forward to working with him on the Board."
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There are no further details to be disclosed under paragraph 9.6.13 of the Listing Rules.
Issued for and on behalf of Oxford Instruments plc.
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Enquiries:
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Oxford Instruments plc Tel: 01865 393200
Ian Barkshire, Chief Executive
Gavin Hill, Group Finance Director
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MHP Communications Tel: 020 3128 8100
Rachel Hirst/ Jamie RickettsÂ
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