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Changes to Horizon Power board announced

Stephen Edwell has been announced as the new chairman of Horizon Power with Kylie Chamberlain joining as a non-executive director.

Mr Edwell replaces Ian Mickel AM who has served as chairman since November 11, 2014.

With more than 30 years working in and for the public sector, Mr Edwell brings a wealth of experience specialising in market design, regulation and economic and utility reform projects.

Appointed as the inaugural full-time chair of the Australian Energy Regulator, Mr Edwell has a strong background in developing and implementing electricity market reforms.

Ms Chamberlain replaces Professor Jeanette Hacket AM and has more than 20 years of executive experience in banking and finance, with a broad exposure to a wide variety of businesses and market cycles.

Both appointments will commence on April 30, 2018.