Highly experienced American will spearhead the next generation of integrated global lubricant data solutions.
Richard Carney, OATS' new COO |
Richard Carney joins the OATS Board with a wealth of expertise in business strategy, including a highly successful track record in electronic data product and team development.
Having trained as an economist, American-born Carney spent many years working in data and publishing companies including DRI, ThomsonReuters and Ziff-Davis. Initially working as a Product Manager, he quickly rose to senior management positions, working on business development and acquisitions, predominantly in information services companies.
Carney commented: “I am very pleased to be joining a well-established business like OATS that is committed to change and growth. I was impressed by the amount of technical knowledge in the company – both in lubricants and software development and excited about the strategic prospects that lie ahead for the business.” He and wife Ann have now relocated to the UK to enable him to take up his role at OATS.
Sebastian Crawshaw, Chairman of OATS added: “I have known Richard for over 20 years and I am delighted that he has joined our team. His considerable expertise will enable us to accelerate our strategic development plan, building on our existing capabilities and launching new systems that will revolutionise the way oil companies turn data into solutions. ”