New Chairman for Society of Maritime Industries

Mr Kelvyn Derrick has succeeded Mr David Goodrich as Chairman of the Society of Maritime Industries. Kelvyn Derrick is Chief Executive of Hamworthy plc and has been a member of the Society?s Board since 1996.

In acknowledging his appointment Kelvyn Derrick commented: “I am very happy to take on this role at such a dynamic time for the industry. In recent years the Society has grown to be the trade association of choice for many companies in the maritime industries across its six business sectors. I look forward to working with my fellow Directors on representing the best interests of the industry.”

Paying tribute to his predecessor, Mr Derrick added “David Goodrich has provided vigorous leadership during his term as Chairman of the Society and on behalf of our members I thank him for his commitment and unwavering support.”

Kelvyn Derrick joined Hamworthy in 1994 and led its flotation in July this year. Prior to joining Hamworthy, he spent five years in the venture capital industry, utilising his industry experience, principally in the engineering sector, in CEO roles in both turnaround and growth situations spanning 15 years.