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Appointment of CEO

We are pleased to announce the appointment of Philo Daniel-Tran as Chief Executive Officer who will join LPA as a director of the Company in January 2025.

Philo has a wealth of experience working in transport, defence and security sectors across the globe. Until recently, Philo was Global Director Aviation & Urban Security at Smiths Detection, a major division of Smiths Group, where she oversaw the restructure of the Aviation sub-division focussing on delivery, strategic growth, and introduction of new technologies.

Prior to this Philo worked at Thales for 16 years where she held senior roles including Regional Business Development, Strategy and Marketing Director, Thales South and Southeast Asia; Head of Transportation Strategy and Marketing, Thales UK; and Head of Transportation Systems Engineering, Thales UK.

Robert Horvath, Chairman said “We are delighted to announce Philo’s appointment as Chief Executive Officer. She brings to the role extensive knowledge, skill and experience of our industry from her previous roles, and strong ambition as the Group aims to deliver on its long term growth plans. I would like to welcome Philo to the Group and wish her every success.”

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