Last checked at 18 Apr 2023 07:00
18 April 2023
Microlise Group plc
("Microlise", "the Group" or "the Company")
Board Appointment
Microlise Group plc (AIM: SAAS), a leading provider of SaaS based transport technology solutions to fleet operators, is pleased to announce that, as disclosed in the annual results on 30 March 2022, Nick Wightman has today been appointed to the Board of Microlise as an Executive Director in the role of Chief Financial Officer (CFO). Nick will replace Bill Wynn, who is retiring after 15 years with the Company on 31 May 2023.
Nick first joined Microlise in 2012 and played a key role in the Group's refinancing and reorganisation in 2018, its acquisition of TruTac in 2020 and Vita Software in 2023, its IPO in 2021 and in establishing the Group's offices in India, France and Australia. Prior to joining Microlise, Nick held senior financial roles at Ardagh Group, Bombardier Transportation, and Airfoil Technologies.
Nadeem Raza, CEO of Microlise, commented: "We would like to congratulate Nick on his appointment as CFO and welcome him to the Board. Nick has made a significant contribution to Microlise since he joined in 2012 and we look forward to working with him to deliver the Group's strategic priorities."
Additional Information on the Board Appointment:
The following additional information is provided with regards to the appointment of Nicholas James Wightman, aged 45, in accordance with AIM Rule 17 and Schedule 2(g) of the AIM Rules for Companies.
Nick Wightman has no current directorships/partnerships, nor has he had any within the last five years, and currently holds 120,526 ordinary shares in the Company.
There are no further disclosures required to be made in respect of the appointment under AIM Rule 17 and Schedule 2(g) of the AIM Rules for Companies.
For further information, please contact:
Microlise Group plc Nadeem Raza, CEO Nick Wightman, CFO
| C/O SEC Newgate |
Singer Capital Markets (Nominated Adviser & Broker) Steve Pearce / James Moat / Harry Gooden
| Tel: 020 7496 3000 |
SEC Newgate (Financial PR) Bob Huxford / Molly Gretton / Harry Handyside
| Tel: 020 3757 6880 Email: microlise@secnewgate.co.uk |
About Microlise
Microlise Group Plc is a leading provider of transport management software to fleet operators helping them to improve efficiency, safety, and reduce emissions. These improvements are delivered through reduced fuel use, reduced mileage travelled, improved driver performance, fewer accidents, elimination of paperwork and delivery of an enhanced customer experience.
Established in 1982, Microlise is an award-winning business with over 400 enterprise clients. With 463 employees based at the Group's headquarters in Nottingham in the UK, the Company also has offices in France, Australia, and India, with a total global staff base of over 670.
Microlise is listed on the AIM market of the London Stock Exchange (AIM: SAAS) and qualifies for the London Stock Exchange's Green Economy Mark.