Member News: Port of Aberdeen appoints Jennifer Heiton as Chief Financial Officer

April 15, 2026
Member News: Port of Aberdeen appoints Jennifer Heiton as Chief Financial Officer
  • Jennifer Heiton appointed as Chief Financial Officer, effective 11 May 2026
  • Joins from CFO role at EV charging company Trojan Energy Ltd
  • 23 years’ experience in corporate financial advisory and CFO roles

Port of Aberdeen has appointed Jennifer Heiton as Chief Financial Officer, effective 11 May 2026. She joins from Trojan Energy Limited, an electric vehicle charging infrastructure provider, where she has served as CFO since 2023.

Jennifer brings 23 years of experience across corporate financial advisory and CFO roles. At Trojan Energy she played a central role in securing investment, implementing process improvements, and developing commercial processes. Prior to this, she served as CFO at Ardyne Technologies Ltd, a well abandonment and decommissioning specialist, providing leadership through to its acquisition by Weatherford International plc, and spent 18 years at Piper Sandler Ltd in their energy advisory team.

Jennifer is a qualified accountant with a track record spanning financial leadership, strategic planning, stakeholder engagement, and operational improvement.

At the Port of Aberdeen, the CFO serves as an Executive Director on the Board, with responsibility for financial management and governance, as well as oversight of technology, property management, legal, procurement, and supply chain Jennifer succeeds Jon Oakey, who is retiring after seven years with the port.

Roy Buchan, Chair, Port of Aberdeen, said:

“Jennifer joins Port of Aberdeen at an important moment for the organisation. Her strategic financial expertise will be crucial as we work with stakeholders to consolidate and diversify our business, drive energy transition, and create prosperity for generations. I also thank Jon Oakey for his significant contribution over the past seven years and wish him well in retirement.”

Bob Sanguinetti DL, CEO, Port of Aberdeen, said:

“We are delighted to welcome Jennifer to the port team. She brings a wealth of experience in financial leadership, a strong record of delivering results and will be a real asset to the organisation.

“I also want to thank Jon for his leadership and commitment. He has been integral to our growth in recent years and navigating the headwinds we face today. We wish him every success in retirement.”

Jennifer Heiton said:

“I am delighted to join the Port of Aberdeen at this pivotal time. I look forward to working with the team to deliver sustainable growth, delivery of its ambitious net zero targets, and supporting the Port’s long-term development while maintaining strong financial discipline.”

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