Helical plc announced that Mike Slade, Non-Executive Chairman, has informed the Board of his intention to step down from his role at the Company's Annual General Meeting in July 2019. Richard Grant is selected as the future Chairman of the Company and will, with immediate effect, be appointed Deputy Chairman of Helical to ensure a smooth handover process. In line with broader Board succession planning, Richard Cotton will succeed Richard Gillingwater, as Senior Independent Director, with immediate effect. Richard Gillingwater will continue to serve the Board in his capacity as Non-Executive Director and Chairman of the Nominations Committee.