PRÆSIDIAD names new chief executive

PRÆSIDIAD, the Birmingham-based parent company of Betafence and Hesco, has appointed Benjamin Neumann as chief executive. 

Benjamin brings extensive international experience in the energy, power and technology sectors, having previously led Chloride as chief executive and oversaw the turnaround and sale of Gutor. 

He also held senior roles at Schneider Electric, including regional president for Asia Pacific and global chief financial officer for Energy Automation. 

Benjamin succeeds Dino Koutrouki, who stepped down this month to pursue opportunities outside the group. 

Paul Lester CBE, chairman and non-executive director of PRÆSIDIAD, said:

“As chief executive, Benjamin brings tremendous business experience and customer-focused passion, which will significantly support the growth and strengthen PRÆSIDIAD's position in a highly competitive market.”

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