Precision Drilling appoints Carey Ford as president, CEO

The Board of Directors of Precision Drilling (PDS) Corporation announced that, as part of its long-standing succession plan, Mr. Carey Ford has been appointed as President and CEO and as a member of the Board. He succeeds Kevin Neveu, who has retired after serving as President and CEO and as a member of the Board since 2007. Ford joined Precision in 2011 and has served as CFO since 2016, guiding the company’s financial strategy and strengthening investor confidence through several industry cycles.The Board also announced two key leadership appointments. Gene Stahl has been appointed COO, bringing more than 28 years of experience with the company, including leadership in marketing and North American drilling operations, and representing Precision by serving in senior leadership positions in prominent energy industry associations. Dustin Honing has been named CFO after nearly 15 years with Precision, where he advanced through accounting, finance, operational support, and investor relations roles, most recently serving as Vice President, Operations Finance. Neveu will continue in an advisory role to ensure a seamless transition of duties and responsibilities to Mr. Ford.