On the Move in the Bioeconomy: Pummel takes charge at Velocys

In the UK, Velocys plc appointed of David Pummell as Chief Executive Officer. He joins Velocys from ACAL Energy Ltd, a private equity backed fuel cell technology company developing products for the automotive and stationary power sectors, where he was CEO. Prior to this, David was CEO of MAPS Technology Ltd, where he successfully commercialised the technology leading to its subsequent acquisition by GE.  He began his career at BP plc as a chemical engineer before going on to hold a number of executive positions across the downstream business, including petrochemical manufacturing, supply chain, new business start-ups and a number of senior business and functional management roles during his 22 year tenure.

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