New Md for Rhodar as Davy Moves to a More Strategic Role

Rhodar, one of the UK’s leading asbestos abatement companies, has announced the appointment of a new managing director. With effect from 1 September 2008, Andrew Thornber will take on the key management role, in a move from his current position as financial director. Andrew Mill has been promoted from group accountant to the role of financial director for Rhodar.

The move will allow the current MD of Rhodar, Jason Davy, to focus fully on his position as chief executive of Lexia Solutions Group, Rhodar’s parent company. This signals a commitment by the asbestos and environmental solutions specialist to continue strengthening its management team across the group, as the business diversifies and delivers ambitious growth plans over the next three years.

The Lexia Solutions Group also includes Thermac, a specialist equipment manufacturer; Novas, a property reinstatement company; Bagnall UK, a demolition and land remediation specialist; and Life Environmental Services, an environment compliance and risk management solution specialist. The group has seen a 100 per cent growth in the last three years and plans to increase growth further, both organically and through acquisition.

Commenting on his appointment, Andrew Thornber, said: “It is a tremendous privilege to be taking on this role at such an exciting time in Rhodar’s development. We are already one of the largest and most respected companies in the industry, and with a constant commitment to innovation, improved efficiencies and a clearly defined vision, we have every intention of further strengthening our position in the market. Rhodar has more term contracts and service agreements than ever, and the pipeline for the rest of the year looks very positive.”

Jason Davy adds: “Having worked closely with Andrew for the last five years in his role as the financial director of Lexia, I know he is the ideal person to take Rhodar forward and continue to grow our market share and profitability.

“I am very proud to have managed Rhodar over the past 12 years, but it is now time for me to throw my full attention into the strategic plans for development that we have for the Lexia Solutions Group as it continues to grow at a rapid rate.”

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26th September 2008

Editor Information: about Rhodar Ltd

Rhodar Limited was established as a private limited company in 1976 and has been holder of an asbestos removal licence since the Asbestos Licensing Regulations were first introduced in 1983.

The company is full members of A.R.C.A. (Asbestos Removal Contractor Association), of which our Managing Director, Jason Davy, is a leading committee member. Rhodar is also BS EN ISO 9001 accredited and member of RoSPA and The British Safety Council.

In the last five years, Rhodar has grown to become one of the UK's largest and most respected asbestos abatement companies, making it the flagship brand within the Lexia Solutions Group – Rhodar's parent company.

With offices throughout the UK, and over 300 specialist staff, they are ideally situated to provide a fast, efficient, professional response for any asbestos abatement project with a management team that has the expertise and experience to create a tailor made solution for any company.

Rhodar is one of only a select few to hold the prestigious Site Audit Accreditation Scheme Award (SAAS) and A.R.C.A. Training Awards. As we enter our fourth decade of business our longevity is testimony to our commitment to quality of workmanship and health and safety.

For further information, visitthe Rhodar website at www.rhodar.co.uk