Rhodar, one of the UK's leading asbestos abatement companies, hasannounced the appointment of a new managing director. With effect from1 September 2008, Andrew Thornber will take on the key management role,in a move from his current position as financial director. Andrew Millhas been promoted from group accountant to the role of financialdirector for Rhodar.

The move will allow the current MD of Rhodar, Jason Davy, to focusfully on his position as chief executive of Lexia Solutions Group,Rhodar's parent company. This signals a commitment by the to continue strengthening its management team across thegroup, as the business diversifies and delivers ambitious growth plansover the next three years.

The Lexia Solutions Group also includes Thermac, a specialist equipmentmanufacturer; Novas, a property reinstatement company; Bagnall UK, ademolition and land remediation specialist; and Life EnvironmentalServices, an environment compliance and risk management solutionspecialist. The group has seen a 100 per cent growth in the last threeyears and plans to increase growth further, both organically andthrough acquisition.

Commenting on his appointment, Andrew Thornber, said: ?It is atremendous privilege to be taking on this role at such an exciting timein Rhodar's development. We are already one of the largest and mostrespected companies in the industry, and with a constant commitment toinnovation, improved efficiencies and a clearly defined vision, we haveevery intention of further strengthening our position in the market.Rhodar has more term contracts and service agreements than ever, andthe pipeline for the rest of the year looks very positive.?

Jason Davy adds: ?Having worked closely with Andrew for the last fiveyears in his role as the financial director of Lexia, I know he is theideal person to take Rhodar forward and continue to grow our marketshare and profitability.

?I am very proud to have managed Rhodar over the past 12 years, but itis now time for me to throw my full attention into the strategic plansfor development that we have for the Lexia Solutions Group as itcontinues to grow at a rapid rate.?

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26th September 2008

Editor Information: about Rhodar Ltd

Rhodar Limited was established as a private limited company in 1976 andhas been holder of an asbestos removal licence since the AsbestosLicensing Regulations were first introduced in 1983.

The company is full members of A.R.C.A. ( Association), of which our Managing Director,Jason Davy, is a leading committee member. Rhodar is also BS EN ISO9001 accredited and member of RoSPA and The British Safety Council.

In the last five years, Rhodar has grown to become one of the UK'slargest and most respected , making it the flagship brand within the LexiaSolutions Group ? Rhodar's parent company.

With offices throughout the UK, and over 300 specialist staff, they areideally situated to provide a fast, efficient, professional responsefor any asbestos abatement project with a management team that has theexpertise and experience to create a tailor made solution for anycompany.

Rhodar is one of only a select few to hold the prestigious Site AuditAccreditation Scheme Award (SAAS) and A.R.C.A. Training Awards. As weenter our fourth decade of business our longevity is testimony to ourcommitment to quality of workmanship and health and safety.

For further information, visitthe Rhodar website at www.rhodar.co.uk

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