Intertek names new non-executive directors

LONDON - Intertek Group (LON:ITRK) plc, a prominent provider of Total (EPA:TTEF) Quality Assurance to industries worldwide, announced the appointment of Hilde Merete Aasheim and Robin Freestone as Non-Executive Directors, effective from April 1, 2025. The announcement comes alongside the news that Lynda Clarizio will be stepping down from her role as a Non-Executive Director on March 31, 2025.

Hilde Merete Aasheim brings a wealth of experience from the energy, metals, mining, and chemical sectors. Her previous roles include President and CEO of Norsk Hydro (OTC:NHYDY) and senior executive positions at Elkem (OL:ELK), Hydro, and Statoil (OL:EQNR) (now Equinor). Aasheim, who holds a Masters in Business Administration and is a Certified Public Accountant, has also served on the boards of several Norwegian listed companies, including Yara International ASA (OTC:YARIY) and Veidekke ASA. Recently, she joined ECOnnect Energy AS as an independent Non-Executive Director and is set to become a board member of Finland’s Outokumpu Oy in April.

Robin Freestone offers significant leadership expertise from his time in global businesses. His past roles include Chair of the Board at Mony Group plc and Non-Executive Director and Chair of the Audit and Risk Committee at Aston Martin (LON:AML) Lagonda Global Holdings PLC. Freestone, a qualified chartered accountant, served as Chief Financial Officer at Pearson (LON:PSON) plc for nine years and is currently the Lead Director of Capri Holdings (NYSE:CPRI) Limited.

Andy Martin, Chair of Intertek, expressed enthusiasm for the appointments, stating that Aasheim and Freestone’s "valuable experience and credentials" will enhance the company’s strategic capabilities. Martin also extended gratitude to Lynda Clarizio for her contributions to Intertek.

Intertek confirmed that no additional disclosures regarding the new appointees are required under the UK Listing Rules. This leadership transition is part of Intertek’s ongoing efforts to strengthen its board and strategic direction.

The information for this article is based on a press release statement from Intertek Group plc.

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