Thales new CEO
Thales has announced the appointment of Victor Chavez to the position of UK CEO, with effect 1 January 2011. Victor has been Deputy CEO of Thales UK since October 2008.
Alex Dorrian, currently CEO of Thales UK and Executive Vice President (EVP) of Thales SA, will be Chairman of Thales UK Plc as part of his role as EVP of Thales SA. Victor will continue to report directly to Alex Dorrian.
Lord Freeman, currently Chairman of Thales UK Plc, will remain a Director of the Thales SA Board, and the Chairman of Thales UK Advisory Board.
Alex Dorrian, CEO Thales UK, said: "My congratulations to Victor on his new role. I am confident that Victor will build on our already strong relationships with our key customers and will continue to drive the innovation and excellence that underpins Thales's success in the UK and will shape our future strategy and growth."
