Subsea UK Appoints New Chief Executive

Following the announcement earlier in the year that current chief executive, David Pridden, would be standing down, Subsea UK embarked on a search to find a successor. Subsea UK chairman, Bill Edgar, said: "David has done a tremendous job in establishing Subsea UK as a credible organisation with a high national profile which delivers for its members on a variety of levels.  He has initiated a range of initiatives and programmes that will have a tangible impact on the sector.

 "Alistair is well known in the UK oil and gas industry and has a track record in the subsea sector. The board looks forward to welcoming him officially to the organisation and to supporting him as he takes the organisation into the next phase."

A Chartered Engineer, Mr Birnie, has 28 years experience in the subsea industry.. Prior to joining Aker Solutions, he was Technology Application Manager for ITF where he championed new technology particularly in the subsea sector for two years. This was preceded by six years with Nautronix in the roles of VP of projects and head of technology applications.

Commenting on his appointment, he said: "Subsea UK has come a long way in four years and my aim is to further build on the success, ensuring that we work towards global recognition for the collective expertise, skills and technology of our member companies.

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