3sun Group Appoints Renewables Director

3sun Group has created a new position within the company. Andrew Elmes has been appointed as Renewables Director, a role created to drive forward the company’s strategy for offshore and onshore wind turbine installation, operations and maintenance.

Prior to joining 3sun Group, Mr Elmes spent four years as Head of UK Projects with Siemens Energy Renewables, where he was responsible for establishing and leading the strategy, organisation, profitability and resourcing of UK project delivery capabilities.

More recently, he held the position of Bid Management Consultant in Sydney with Tenix Infrastructure, an energy infrastructure solutions provider, during which he completed his MBA.

Mr Elmes also spent twelve years in the Army, attaining the rank of Major within the Corps of Royal Electrical and Mechanical Engineers. He delivered engineering leadership, planning and management of military professional personnel, fleet, weapons and equipment across a global market place.

Graham Hacon, managing director of 3sun Group said: “The depth of experience and knowledge Andrew has, not only of the renewable energy sector, but also in the leadership and strategic delivery of projects will be invaluable to the company going forward.

“We created this role to strengthen the company’s ability to deliver on its long-term growth targets across Europe. I look forward to working with Andrew and the management team to achieve these objectives.”

Commenting on his appointment Andrew Elmes said: “The growth and development of 3sun Group in the last six years is impressive, it is a dynamic and innovative company which continually looks for new opportunities and strives to deliver the best possible products and services to its clients.

“Drawing upon my renewable energy experience and strong leadership and project management skills, I aim to support the company’s plans in rapidly delivering its organic and acquisitive development.”

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Press release, November 12, 2013; Image: 3sun