Meggitt PLC, the global aerospace, defence and energy group, announces the appointment of David Johnson as Chief Operating Officer, reporting to the Group Chief Executive. This newly created position gives David responsibility for the performance of Meggitt's operating divisions, working closely with the functional teams to drive seamless execution of key strategic priorities including the Meggitt Production System.

David will be succeeded as President, Meggitt Equipment Group by Stewart Watson, formerly Finance Director, Meggitt Equipment Group.

These changes are effective immediately.

Stephen Young, Group Chief Executive commented: Both David and Stewart are well respected leaders, having demonstrated exceptional commitment and capability over the course of their careers at Meggitt, and I very much look forward to working closely with them in their new roles.

ENDS

For further information please contact:

Meggitt PLC

Richard Cashin, Investor Relations Tel: 01202 597597
Fiona Greig, Corporate Communications

Buchanan

Charles Ryland, Jeremy Garcia and Helen Greenwood Tel: 0207 466 5000


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