MEMBER NEWS: ICR Integrity announces new Group Director

February 3, 2023
MEMBER NEWS: ICR Integrity announces new Group Director

ICR Integrity (ICR), technology enabled provider of specialist maintenance, inspection and integrity solutions, has announced the appointment of Ross McHardy as Group Director.

Ross’s appointment will focus on supporting the global growth and diversification of ICR’s repair and maintenance business. He brings a strong technical track record and range of experience in senior roles for a number of oil and gas operators including TAQA, EnQuest and latterly at service company EnerMech, where he headed up the Europe and Africa businesses. His cross-sector knowledge will reinforce ICR’s exciting and ambitious growth plans including working extensively with our key partners globally.

Commenting on his appointment, Ross said: “I’m delighted to join ICR at a time of growth and diversification for the company – my experience ranges from engineering and integrity, through to projects, asset management and business leadership which will bolster the strong diverse team we have at ICR. It’s an exciting time for the company and I’m looking forward to further successes in 2023.”

With over 30 years of experience in providing innovative solutions for a range of industries worldwide, ICR offers clients world class repair and integrity solutions providing greater asset uptime and reliability, while saving time and cost compared to traditional repair methods. In 2022 the company significantly increased its global headcount and posted end of year results showing a 12% increase in earnings.

Jim Beveridge, CEO, added: “I’m thrilled to welcome Ross to ICR and the senior leadership team. His strong track record and wealth of knowledge will further strengthen our portfolio as we continue to support clients with extensive cross-sector knowledge and multi-skilled teams in power generation, renewables, oil and gas, utilities and defence industries. Our established repair and maintenance division provides clients with world class solutions resulting in greater asset uptime and reliability, while saving time and cost compared to traditional methods. Through our investment in new technology, we are committed to playing our part in energy transition, helping clients reduce their carbon emissions”.

The company operates in global locations including Europe, MENA, Australia, ASEAN and North America.

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