Hyduke Energy Services Inc. announced that Gordon R. McCormack will be stepping down as Chief Executive Officer and a member of the Board of Directors effective immediately. Working with an executive recruiting firm, the Board of Directors will conduct a comprehensive search for Mr. McCormack's replacement, including an assessment of both internal and external candidates. During the search process, Mr. Patrick F. Ross, an independent member of the Board of Directors, will chair a special committee that will provide direction and oversight to the company's remaining executive team, which will continue to manage the day to day operations at the company.

Mr. McCormack joined the company in 2002 and become CEO in 2004.