Expro has announced the appointment of Mike Jardon as chief executive officer, succeeding Charles Woodburn, in this key leadership role.

Jardon joined Expro in 2011 as chief operating officer, after holding senior roles within Schlumberger’s wireline, completions, well testing and subsea businesses, and at Vallourec & Mannesmann, where he led the organisation’s commercial activities across North America.

As a natural successor to Woodburn, over the past five years Jardon has provided a relentless focus on operational excellence, alongside the company’s industry-leading safety performance. Commenting on this appointment, Expro’s chairman, Sir George Buckley, said: 'Mike has been instrumental in delivering the exceptional results we have seen from Expro in recent years. His experience, leadership skills and passion for the business will ensure a seamless transition for the company. The Board and Executive Management Team are delighted to see him succeed as CEO, as we focus on driving forward the business safely and efficiently.

'I would also like to thank Charles for his significant contribution and unwavering commitment to the business. His talent, honesty and integrity will be missed by everyone in Expro, and we wish him all the very best in his new role.'

Jardon holds a Bachelor of Science degree in Mechanical Engineering and Mathematics from Colorado School of Mines.

Woodburn is leaving the company in April to join BAE Systems. He has been chief executive officer since September 1, 2010, following 15 years with Schlumberger where he held many senior management roles, including vice president of Wireline until 2009. More recently, he was in charge of Schlumberger’s engineering and manufacturing, reporting directly to the chief operating officer.

Expro’s mission is well flow management. It provides services and products that measure, improve and control.