Weir Group names new finance chief

Weir Group chose one of its own to be its new finance chief.

John Heasley, who joined the company in 2008 as group financial controller, would take up the post with immediate effect, the UK engineer said in a statement.

Heasley had held various financial and operational roles across the business since joining and had been a member of the group executive since 2014.

His previous experience included similar tasks at ScottishPower plc, PwC and Andersen, Weir said.

Weir Group Chairman Charles Berry commented: "I am delighted to welcome John to the Board as Chief Financial Officer. He brings a broad range of experience to the role, including significant financial and operational success in several roles within the Group. I am certain he will play a big part in Weir's future success."