Aker Solutions has appointed David Clark as regional president of the UK and Africa to oversee an expansion and support operations in these markets.

Clark, a UK national, has most recently been engaged as vice president of production facilities for Schlumberger. He has also held leadership positions at Wood Group and Technip.

Clark will be based in London and work on expanding Aker Solutions’ international presence with a special focus on the African market. He will assume the position on September 21 and report to Chief Executive Officer Luis Araujo.

“David is a true oil and gas professional with extensive experience in some of our most important markets,” said Araujo. “His strong track record in business development will be of major value as we grow in strategically important regions such as Africa.”