Ashurst announces Board appointments

Bernd Egbers is a finance partner in the Munich office. Joining Ashurst in 2006, Bernd became a partner in 2009 and specialises in both domestic and cross-border structured finance transactions. He has particular expertise in acquisition finance and corporate lending and represents national and international private equity investors as well as financial institutions.

Jason Radford is an energy and infrastructure partner in the London office. A partner since 2002, Jason joined the firm in 2009 and relocated to New York in 2011 to set up Ashurst's energy and infra practice. He has been involved in many aspects of energy, transportation and infrastructure transactions including joint ventures, M&A, fund raisings, project finance and PPP transactions.

Chairman Ben Tidswell commented:

"I would like to congratulate Bernd and Jason on their appointment. They both have exceptional credentials and their skills, energy and commitment will be a considerable asset as we drive forward our business. I am confident that they will make a significant contribution to the Board and in shaping the firm's future."

Bernd Egbers said:

 "I am proud to be elected to the Board and look forward to representing the partners in my new position. Contributing to the Board, the future strategic decision making and global success of our firm is a great opportunity."

Jason Radford commented:

 "I am delighted to have received the support of my fellow partners and excited about the chance to contribute to the work of the Board. As a senior partner in the firm, I am committed to driving forward the business and to using my experience in building businesses in both Europe and the US to help take advantage of the considerable opportunities generated by the excellent team of lawyers and business support professionals within the firm."

The election is part of the normal rotation of Board members and follows the terms of partners Cristina Calvo and Mark Vickers concluding.

The Board comprises chairman Ben Tidswell, vice chairman Mary Padbury, managing partner Paul Jenkins, partners Roger Davies, Jennie Mansfield, Angela Pearson and independent board members Robert Gillespie and David Turner.