UK homebuilder Vistry names Rob Woodward as chair (updated)
17/03/2026 07:29
Adds details on incoming chair in paragraphs 2-4 and background throughout March 17 (Reuters) - British homebuilder Vistry Group VTYV.L on Tuesday appointed Rob Woodward as its non-executive chair, effective May 13, as the search for a chief executive continues. Woodward, who was CEO at real estate firm STV Group STVG.L for a decade till 2017, will replace outgoing chair and CEO Greg Fitzgerald, who is set to retire after the company's annual general meeting in May. Fitzgerald will continue to serve as CEO until a successor is appointed. Woodward has held multiple executive roles across companies and governing bodies, including serving as the chair of the UK's Met Office Board from 2018 to 2024. The homebuilder, facing challenges in a subdued housing market, earlier this month warned of lower margins for fiscal 2026. (Reporting by Prerna Bedi in Bengaluru; Editing by Sherry Jacob-Phillips) ((Prerna.Bedi@thomsonreuters.com; +91 98052 24616;))