LONDON - United Utilities Group PLC (OTC:UUGRY) has announced the appointment of Ian El-Mokadem as an independent non-executive director, effective from June 1, 2025. El-Mokadem will join the Board’s Nomination, Audit and Compliance Committees upon his appointment.
Sir David Higgins, Chairman of United Utilities (LON:UU), expressed confidence in El-Mokadem’s extensive leadership experience and his adeptness in technology integration to enhance customer service. He highlighted El-Mokadem’s valuable insights from his time in executive roles at Centrica (OTC:CPYYY) and Compass Group (LON:CPG), which will contribute to United Utilities’ £13 billion investment plan for the North West.
El-Mokadem’s previous leadership roles include CEO positions at RWS Holdings (LON:RWS) plc, V. Group, and Exova Group plc, as well as Group Managing Director for the UK and Ireland at Compass Group plc. He also has a history with Centrica plc, where he launched and led their telecoms business. In addition to his upcoming role at United Utilities, he currently serves as a non-executive director for Diploma plc and Serco Group (LON:SRP) plc.
His appointment coincides with his directorship at United Utilities Water Limited set to commence on the same date. The company has confirmed there are no further details that need to be disclosed under UK Listing Rules in relation to El-Mokadem’s appointment.
United Utilities, based in the United Kingdom (TADAWUL:4280), trades its ordinary shares on the London Stock Exchange (LON:LSEG) and its American Depositary Receipts (ADRs) over the counter in the United States. This directorate change is based on a press release statement provided by the company.
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