Hardide plc announces that Philip Kirkham has notified the Board of his intention to step down as Chief Executive of the Company on or before 30 April 2024. During his tenure of 11 years, Phil has led the development of the Hardide business including establishing the Group's two new production facilities in the UK and the USA and diversifying the customer base into the industrial, aerospace and power generation sectors, building on its original successes in oil and gas. Phil will leave a well invested and professional business that provides an excellent platform for future growth.

The process of recruiting a successor with experience in relevant sectors has commenced and further announcements will be made as appropriate.