REG - Johnson Matthey PLC - Directorate Change

Johnson MattheyAnnouncement

29/07/2021 07:05

RNS Number : 8047G
  
Johnson Matthey PLC
  
29 July 2021
  
 

 
 
Johnson Matthey Plc
(the Company)


Rita Forst to join Johnson Matthey as a Non-Executive Director
 
 
The Company is pleased to announce the appointment of Rita Forst as an independent Non-Executive Director of Johnson Matthey Plc. This appointment is with effect from 4th October 2021 and Rita will also become a member of our four board committees. 
 
Rita has a deep understanding of the automotive and powertrain sectors, having had a long and successful career at General Motors.  She brings extensive knowledge in the field of research and development of both conventional and alternative powertrains to the board, as well as future vehicle technologies.
 
Rita spent more than 35 years at the Opel European division of General Motors in senior engineering, product development and management positions, including as Vice President, Engineering for General Motors Europe. She was also a member of Opel's management board from 2010 to 2012. Rita has been responsible for the development of new generations of engines and car models for Opel and General Motors as well as European research and development activities. 
 
Patrick Thomas, Chairman of Johnson Matthey said:
 
"I am very pleased to welcome Rita to our board and look forward to benefiting from her experience, knowledge and insights as JM deploys its powertrain and new energy strategies. Rita's extensive automotive experience will enable her to provide challenge and advice to the board and support the effective delivery of JM's strategic ambitions."
 
In accordance with obligations under Listing Rule 9.6.13R, Rita currently holds the following directorships:
 
·    Westport Fuel Systems Inc, a company listed on the Toronto Stock Exchange
 
·    AerCap Holdings N.V., a company listed on the New York Stock Exchange
 
·    Norma Group SE, a company listed on the Frankfurt Stock Exchange
 
·    ElringKlinger AG, a company listed on the Frankfurt Stock Exchange.
 
There is no other information required to be disclosed under Listing Rule 9.6.13R.
 
 
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Johnson Matthey Plc is listed on the London Stock Exchange (JMAT)
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