Alan Dickson has been announced as the new group Chief Executive Officer and executive director for AECI Limited with effect from 1 July 2026. This follows a selection process led by the board and its Nominations, Governance and Directors Affairs Committee, supported by a leading executive search firm.
Alan Dickson to assume the role of Group CEO and executive director from 1 July 2026.
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Alan is a highly accomplished leader with more than 20 years of executive experience across diversified industrial, technology, manufacturing and infrastructure-driven sectors. He spent 29 years with the Reunert Limited group, including service as Group Chief Executive Officer from 2014 to 2026, where he led a large and complex organisation with diverse operations. His track record includes disciplined capital allocation, strategic growth, operational excellence and long-term value creation in listed industrial environments.
Commenting on the appointment, Philisiwe Sibiya, chairperson of the board, said: “The board is delighted to appoint Alan as Group Chief Executive Officer of AECI. He brings a strong track record of disciplined execution, operational excellence and value creation in complex, listed industrial environments. His experience aligns well with AECI’s strategic priorities of strengthening performance, maintaining an uncompromising focus on safety, leadership and delivering sustainable growth. The board is confident that his leadership will ensure continuity while accelerating the next phase of the Group’s strategy for the benefit of all stakeholders.”
Alan Dickson said: “It is an honour to be appointed as Group Chief Executive Officer of AECI and I look forward to working closely with the board and leadership teams to advance the Group’s strategic priorities. AECI is a business with a strong heritage and clear foundations, built by its people, and I look forward to contributing to its long and sustained legacy.”
Dean Murray, previously appointed as interim Chief Executive Officer by the board with effect from 15 October 2025, will continue to serve in the position until 30 June 2026 and the board looks forward to his continued contribution to the Group. The board extends its sincere appreciation and gratitude to Dean for his principled leadership and trusted stewardship during this period.
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