Thames appoints high flyer as non-executive

Thames Water has appointed Heathrow Airport chief executive, John Holland-Kaye as a non-executive director.

Holland-Kaye (pictured) will take up the position this month and will represent Thames Water’s shareholder, the Universities Superannuation Scheme (USS) on the board.

He has more than 21 years’ experience in the aviation, construction and drinks sectors, including 14 years at Heathrow Airport (seven as chief), and seven years at Taylor Wimpey.

David Waboso CBE, who joined the Thames Water board in February 2019 as an independent non-executive director, will be stepping down in May 2023 “due to other commitments.”