Wood Group Kenny (WGK) has appointed Bob MacDonald as chief executive officer (CEO), effective 6 April. Bob moves into the role from his position as WGK regional director for the North Sea.

Bob succeeds Steve Wayman who now becomes Wood Group's head of strategy and development. He is replacing Ali Green who will step down from his current role but will continue to provide support to the team as he transitions out of the business in 2015.

With more than 20 years' experience in the oil and gas industry, Bob joined WGK in 2003 having previously worked in various subsea sector roles across Europe, the Middle East, and North and South America. Bob has held a number of positions in WGK, including operations director before becoming regional director for the North Sea in 2013.

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