The Energy Industries Council (EIC) has appointed Paul Mitchell as chairman of its board.

Mitchell is a chartered civil engineer with nearly 40 years of experience in the design and construction of large scale schemes, with specific expertise in major energy projects.

Mitchell has served on the EIC’s board for two years and will take over the role of chairman with immediate effect following the retirement of Mike Rolls, director of business development, sustainability and government affairs at Siemens UK’s energy sector.