Carillion has strengthened its senior team by appointing Justin Read as a new non-executive Director.

Mr Read will also takeover as Chairman designate of the Audit Committee from Andrew Dougal, who is retiring.

With vast industry experience, Mr Read was previously Group Finance Director of Segro from August 2011 to December 2016. In addition, he was Group Finance Director at Speedy Hire between 2008 and 2011.

Prior to working at Speedy Hire, Mr Read spent 13 years in a variety of roles at Hanson plc, including Deputy Finance Director, Managing Director of Hanson Continental Europe, Head of Corporate Development, Head of Risk Management and Group Treasurer.


He has also worked at Euro Disney S.C.A. and Bankers Trust Company, with his previous roles giving him financial and management experience working across a number of different industry sectors, including real estate, support services, building materials and banking; and across a number of jurisdictions.

In addition, Mr Read is currently Non-Executive Director of building products manufacturer, Ibstock, and UK real estate business Grainger.

Carillion Chairman Philip Green said: "Andrew Dougal has made a substantial contribution to the Group and leaves the Board with our grateful thanks and best wishes for the future.

"We are very pleased that Justin Read has joined the Board. He has substantial operational experience across the finance function of significant and international businesses, having served as a Group Finance Director for over eight years and a proven track record of driving business growth. I look forward to his contribution to the Group."

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