Arup announces new board members to drive growth and capture market opportunities

The other positions on the AGL Board will be filled by Executive Directors who also sit on Arup’s Executive Board – which is responsible for the firm’s leadership, operations and implementing its strategy. Jerome Frost, the CEO, will be joined by Fiona Cousins, Chief Operating Officer for Total Design. A further Executive Director position on the AGL Board will be appointed later in the year.

Since its trust-owned structure was first established in the late 1970s, Arup has grown into a global consultancy working in over 140 countries. Today, it comprises more than 18,000 members (employees) – from designers and engineers to economists and ecologists.

All appointees to the new board are made by Arup’s Trustees, as part of their role safeguarding the firm’s independence, long-term success, and unique culture on behalf of Arup’s members.

Hilde Tonne, incoming Non-Executive Chair of Arup, said: “I am thrilled to be joined on the Arup Group Limited Board by a team who exemplify credibility, excellence and strategic leadership. The diversity and calibre of appointments – spanning geographies and sectors – reflects the renewed global outlook and influence of Arup.

“In a changing world there is immense potential for Arup to play an even greater role in addressing the challenges faced by communities, cities, and countries. These new board members will deliver the robust oversight, leadership, and governance to help make that a reality.”

Mahadev Raman, Chair of Arup Trustees, said: “As a proudly trust-owned firm we need a balance of professionalism, diversity of perspective, and robust governance experience to meet the needs of a business of our scale – while maintaining our unique culture.

“In this new Arup Group Limited Board I am convinced we have leaders that embody Arup’s values and culture and have the skills and experience needed to take the firm forward in an increasingly complex world.”