LONDON (ShareCast) - (Sharecast News) - Data and software firm Getech revealed on Wednesday that Dr Jonathan Copus had decided to step down from the group as chief executive.
Getech stated Richard Bennett will take over as interim executive chairman, effective immediately, while Copus will remain available to the group until 28 February.

The AIM-listed group added that it has commenced a search for a new CEO and will update on the results of this search in due course.

Bennett said: "The board and I would like to thank Jonathan for his seven years of service. Jonathan has successfully repositioned Getech's business and applied the company's geoscience and geospatial expertise to new markets within the energy transition, in particular the search for critical minerals, geothermal, hydrogen and carbon storage projects.

"The products and solutions developed are vital for these fast-growing sectors and form the foundation for the future growth of the company. We thank Jonathan for his time and dedication to Getech and wish him every success with his future ventures."

As of 0920 GMT, Getech shares were up 5.30% at 15.40p.





Reporting by Iain Gilbert at Sharecast.com

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