Business Stream names new chief executive

Business Stream has named its new chief executive as Johanna Dow.

She replaces on a full time basis former chief executive Mark Powles who stood down in October last year, after filling the role on an interim basis since then.

Dow has been with the company since its creation in 2007.

The company says the appointment of Dow has been made as the business prepares for the opening of the non-domestic retail market in England in 2017.

Business Stream chairman Ronnie Mercer said: “No-one knows Business Stream better than Jo. As chief executive she brings a very strong commercial understanding as well as an exemplary focus on our Scottish customers.

“Jo has also been at the forefront of efforts to ensure market reform works for customers in England, and since her interim appointment in October of last year has thrown herself into meeting customers, industry stakeholders and government to further this important objective.

“She will be an excellent leader of the business as it moves towards a pivotal time for the water market, ensuring we continue to focus on working closely with our customers in Scotland and delivering improved choice to customers in England.”