01 Apr 2009
Today, Philip Dilley begins his term as Group Chairman of Arup, the global design, engineering and consulting firm.
He marks his appointment by reshaping the firm to focus on the four distinct markets of Energy industry and resources, Property, Social infrastructure, and Transport – a natural evolution of changes set in motion by previous Chairman, Terry Hill.
Andrew Chan continues as Deputy Chairman and David Whittleton as Group Chief Operating Officer.
Philip Dilley explains: “Our focus on these four Markets will reinforce the kind of joined-up thinking that is crucial to serve the increasingly complex needs of our clients and communities. Clients of today are looking for solutions, not just services. We have all of the necessary skills to offer elegant and efficient solutions across all four markets. This fits with the ever-increasing demand for sustainable design, whilst the economic turbulence around us has accelerated its importance. Good design is at the very core of Arup and will continue to help us win and deliver success.”
Most recently, Philip Dilley was head of Arup’s Europe and Middle East region, which he saw double in size to contribute, today, nearly 50% of the firm’s global earnings. He actively encouraged diversification and a geographic spread that is paying off as some markets retract in today’s economic climate. Philip was instrumental in re-establishing Arup’s presence in the Middle East where Arup operates a successful business model that brings a new quality benchmark to the region.
Terry Hill steps aside having completed his five-year term as Chairman and goes on to lead the firm’s new Transport Market. “The last few years under Terry Hill’s leadership have been nothing short of extraordinary,” says Philip Dilley. “During his term our Global influence has rocketed, and some of our highest profile projects such as the Channel Tunnel High Speed Rail Link and the ‘Bird's Nest’ and ‘Water Cube’ for the Beijing Olympics, have given us an unprecedented public profile. I hope I can continue his legacy in the challenging years ahead.”
Philip’s background is in building design where he has worked with many of the world’s most well known architects. His most recent role as Chairman of the firm’s Europe Region enabled him to connect with many of the firm’s clients across the full range of Arup’s activities.
In other changes:
- Alain Marcetteau is appointed Chairman of Arup's UK and Middle East Region
- Tudor Salusbury is appointed Chairman of Arup's Europe Region.
The four global markets are led by:
- Energy, Industry and Resources – John Miles
- Property – David Glover
- Social Infrastructure – Mahadev Raman
- Transport – Terry Hill.
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