National Central Cooling Tabreed announced that Mr Adrian Kershaw has been appointed CFO effective as of May 1st 2011.

Mr Kershaw was formerly Tabreed's Financial Director and joined the Company in June 2010. He replaces Mr Steve Ridlington who was instrumental in leading the Company through its successful recapitalization program.

Mr Adrian Kershaw has over 15 years of career experience in finance and accounting having worked across various sectors in the region and internationally for companies including Corporate Publishing International in Dubai, Macdonald Hotels Resorts and Scottish Newcastle Plc in Edinburgh.

Mr Khaled Al Qubaisi MD of Tabreed said that "On behalf of the Board of Directors I want to acknowledge Mr Steve's role at Tabreed's over the past two years. He has been a valued adviser, leading the Company through its recapitalization program and he leaves behind an invaluable legacy. Everyone connected with Tabreed is indebted to him and on behalf of them I would like to thank Steve and wish him well for the future. As Tabreed's Finance Director, Adrian is well-versed with the Company's financial management and his new role is a natural progression of his responsibilities. Over the past year, he has played an active role in the Company's recapitalization program and in establishing a best-in-class financial reporting framework at.”

Mr Steve Ridlington Tabreed s outgoing CFO said that "It has been a pleasure working at during a pivotal time in the Company's history. With the recapitalization program successfully completed, the Company has the foundations in place for future growth. Mr Adrian's industry and sector expertise combined with his broad-ranging financial and compliance experience will be instrumental as the Company focuses on its long term growth objectives."