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SGS Appoints the new Vice President Infrastructure and Building
Len Beale as new Vice President Infrastructure and Building.
Len assumed responsibility for the global business development of Infrastructure and Building, one of the strategic markets of SGS Industrial Services. In his new position, he will lead the implementation of strategy in this market, identify new business opportunities and support the preparation of development programs with the help of Competence Centers and regional teams. Len will follow changes and trends in the Infrastructure and Building strategic market. Based on his extensive experience and competence in the construction industry, he will identify and evaluate potential acquisition target companies within Infrastructure and Building. In addition, Len will lead cross-divisional business opportunities with other SGS affiliates, monitor changes in the international regulatory environment and new developments in legislation.
Len’s strength lies in his 39 years of experience and unrivalled expertise, which he gained in the construction industry sector. He began his career in 1971, working in electrical engineering and heating and ventilation control (HVAC) systems design until he moved into Sales and Marketing in the early 90s. Since then he has held senior Sales, Marketing and Business Development positions in consultancies and contractor organizations.
SGS Infrastructure and Building
SGS Industrial Services (http://www.sgs.com/_industrial?lobId=5550), one of the major business lines of the SGS Group, helps clients from the infrastructure and building industry to reduce risks, prevent construction errors, control budgets and effectively keep the construction project on track by meeting deadlines. With a unique global network, SGS offers a wide range of services for the infrastructure and building industry, including Building Inspection and Certification, Coating Inspection and Failure Analysis, Construction Materials Testing, Construction Supervision (http://www.sgs.com/construction__building_infratrsucture__supervision.htm?serviceId=17352&lobId=5550), Crane Inspection and Inspection of Hoisting and Lifting Equipment, Design Verification, Failure Analysis and Failure Prevention, Health, Safety and Environment Management, Non-Destructive Testing, Project Finance Services – Risk Management, Project Management Services, Statutory and Voluntary Inspection, Supply Chain Services and Technical Staffing Services.
For further information, please contact:
Didier Suchet
Industrial Services
Global Sales & Marketing Director
SGS, Société Générale de Surveillance SA
Place des Alpes 1
1211 Geneva 1
Switzerland
t: +41 22 739 96 04
f: +41 22 739 98 54
Email: industrial.pr@sgs.com
Web: www.sgs.com/industrial
The SGS Group is the global leader and innovator in inspection, verification, testing and certification services. Founded in 1878, SGS is recognized as the global benchmark in quality and integrity. With 59,000 employees, SGS operates a network of over 1,000 offices and laboratories around the world.
Didier Suchet
Industrial Services
Global Sales & Marketing Director
SGS, Société Générale de Surveillance SA
Place des Alpes 1
1211 Geneva 1
Switzerland
t: +41 22 739 96 04
f: +41 22 739 98 54
Email: industrial.pr@sgs.com
Web: www.sgs.com/industrial
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