Narec - The National Renewable Energy Centre (Narec) has appointed Trevor Murch as its new Non-Executive Chairman.  Trevor took up his position on the 1st December, taking over from...

Non-Executive Chairman Appointment

By Sheena McGeorge | 05/12/11 | In Narec

The National Renewable Energy Centre (Narec) has appointed Trevor Murch as its new Non-Executive Chairman.  Trevor took up his position on the 1st December, taking over from Alan Rutherford who steps down after 6 years as Chairman. 

An Oxford University graduate, Harvard Business School MBA and qualified accountant, Trevor brings to the role over thirty years of experience as a senior executive, managing high-value global businesses in the energy, engineering and aerospace industries.

On his appointment Trevor Murch, Chairman of Narec, said:

“This is an extremely exciting time to be joining the Narec team.  New world leading testing facilities are nearing completion and must be integrated into the business.  I will work to ensure that Narec punches its weight in the growing global market place for offshore renewables to deliver maximum economic benefit for the UK.”

Andrew Mill, CEO of Narec, said:

“I welcome Trevor Murch to the Board and thank Alan Rutherford for his considerable efforts in helping to establish Narec as a world leading centre for the commercialisation of offshore renewable energy technologies.“Trevor has demonstrated a track record of leadership and commercial success, delivering multi million pound contracts in global technology markets.  His background in managing organisational change and working closely with governments will be invaluable for Narec as we expand our operations.”