Shield Environmental Holdings has strengthened its board with the appointment of two new non-executive directors. Rod Bennion,  who joins the board as non-executive Chairman and John Dernie as non-executive Director will support Shield Management in the formulation and implementation of strategy and will ensure robust corporate governance.

Rod Bennion is a former Chief Operating Officer of Wates Group, a major UK construction business and has over 40years experience within the construction, property and surveying industries. Rod is currently Chairman or non-executive Director of a number of commercial and charitable bodies including McNicholas Holdings, Home Group, the National Merchant Buying Society and St Christopher's Hospice. He is a member of the Royal Institution of Chartered Surveyors and a Fellow of the Royal Society of Arts.

John Dernie has a background in financial management ranging from large international businesses such as Whitbread and Sony Music, where he was European Financial Director to early stage technology businesses. John is currently advisor to a number of SME businesses and is a member of the Chartered Institute of Management Accountants.

Commenting on the new appointments Shield Managing Director Phil House stated, "I am delighted to welcome Rod and John to the board. Rod's experience within the construction industry and his strategic vision will be a major asset to Shield as we develop our business. John's experience particularly within financial management will ensure we have sound financial basis for the company going forward".