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RNS Number : 6518H  Clarkson PLC  10 June 2026

 

CLARKSON PLC

("the Company" or "Clarksons")

 

10 June 2026

 

Appointment of Chief Financial Officer

 

The Board of Clarkson PLC, the world's leading provider of integrated shipping
services, is pleased to announce the appointment of Niamh Staunton as Chief
Financial Officer ("CFO") following a comprehensive selection process overseen
by the Nomination Committee.

 

Niamh joins from BP p.l.c.("bp"), where she has served as the Senior Vice
President, Finance and Risk in the Supply, Trading & Shipping business for
the past two and a half years. Prior to this, she held the role of Group
Treasurer at bp, a position she assumed in 2021. With over 20 years of
experience in senior finance and leadership roles, Niamh has a proven track
record in strategic finance, risk management, treasury and capital
markets in complex, global organisations. Before her tenure at bp, Niamh
spent more than 15 years at Morgan Stanley, where she held several senior
roles in capital markets.

 

Niamh will join Clarksons and be appointed as an Executive Director of the
Company later this year. The Company will provide an update once Niamh's start
date has been confirmed. Niamh will succeed Jeff Woyda, who will be retiring
from the Board and from his role as CFO & COO after 19 years with the
Company in September 2026 as previously announced. Harriet Oliver, who has
been a key member of Clarksons' senior management team since October 2019,
serving as Group Head of HR, was confirmed as incoming Chief Operating Officer
in May this year.

 

Andi Case, Clarksons' CEO, said:

 

"I am very excited to be able to announce and welcome Niamh to the Company and
the Board as our new Chief Financial Officer. Niamh joins us at an exciting
stage in our journey; although we are a company with incredible heritage,
turning 175 years next year, we have always been regarded as being at the
cutting edge of our markets. Niamh's career to date means she joins us with a
huge amount of experience and skill that I think perfectly fit what the
Company needs to support and execute the next phase of its strategy.

 

"At the same time, on behalf of the Company I would like to extend sincere
thanks to Jeff Woyda for outstanding service over nearly 20 years. He has
played a pivotal role in shaping the business and contributing to its success.
We are immensely grateful for his dedication and leadership, and he will leave
a lasting impact. We wish him a very happy retirement."

 

Laurence Hollingworth, Clarksons' Chair, said:

 

"The Board is delighted to be welcoming Niamh to Clarksons as Chief Financial
Officer. She brings a wealth of experience and skills in commodities,
shipping, finance and capital markets, and has an established record of
delivering strong results. We look forward to working with her as we continue
to drive our growth and create long-term value for our clients, people and
shareholders.

 

"On behalf of the Board and the entire Group, I would also like to extend my
heartfelt thanks to Jeff for his dedication and service, and the significant
contribution that he has made to Clarksons over the last 19 years. We wish him
well in his retirement."

 

Niamh Staunton said:

 

"I am delighted to join the Group at this exciting stage of its journey,
building on the strong financial position established over the past two
decades and its growth momentum in an industry central to the global economy.
I look forward to partnering with Andi, the Board, the leadership and the rest
of the talented team to drive strategic value, navigate the opportunities
ahead, and ensure the Group's continued long-term success."

 

This announcement has been made in accordance with the requirements of UKLR
6.4.6R and UKLR 6.4.7R.

 

In accordance with UKLR 6.4.8R, it is confirmed that Niamh is elected as a
personal deputy director for Kate Thomson on the board of Aker BP ASA, a
company listed on the Oslo Stock Exchange. This appointment will cease when
Niamh leaves her employment with bp. There are no further matters which are
required to be disclosed under UKLR 6.4.8R.

 

For further details please contact:

 

Company enquiries:

Andi Case

Chief Executive Officer

 

Rachel Fletcher

Company Secretary

 

Tel: +44(0)20 7334 3171

 

Camarco:

Billy Clegg

Jennifer Renwick

 

Tel: +44(0)20 3757 4980

 

 

About Clarkson PLC

 

Clarkson PLC is the world's leading provider of integrated services and
investment banking capabilities to the shipping and offshore markets,
facilitating global trade.

 

Founded in 1852, Clarksons offers its diverse and growing client base an
unrivalled range of shipbroking services, sector research, on-hand logistical
support and full investment banking capabilities in all key shipping and
offshore sectors. Clarksons continues to drive innovation across its business,
developing digital solutions which underpin the Group's unrivalled expertise
and knowledge with leading technology.

 

The Group employs over 2,250 people in over 70 offices across its four
divisions.

 

The Company has delivered 23 years of consecutive dividend growth. The highly
cash-generative nature of the business, supported by a strong balance sheet,
has enabled Clarksons to continue to invest to position the business to
capitalise on opportunities in its markets.

 

Clarksons is listed on the main market of the London Stock Exchange under the
ticker CKN and is a member of the FTSE 250 Index.

 

For more information, visit www.clarksons.com (http://www.clarksons.com)

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