PR executive Helen Weedon has been appointed as managing director of Satcoms Innovation Group (SIG).
The move follows a restructuring for the forum that aims to promote innovation in the satellite communication industry.
Weedon takes over from Martin Coleman who becomes a member of the group’s advisory board. She has been with the group since 2011, during which time she has developed and implemented membership and public relations strategies.
“In recent years, SIG has played a pivotal role in driving innovation within the industry. As part of its restructure, the group will look to continue providing valuable opportunities for members. I am looking forward to building on the existing success of the forum; our goal is to become an invaluable resource for the satellite industry as an incubator of innovation,” said Weedon.
Andreas Voigt of Eutelsat, Guido Baraglia of Kratos Communications and Mark Steel of Inmarsat will deliver technical expertise by resuming their roles as directors of the group. Alongside Coleman, the SIG advisory board includes representatives from ArabSat, GOVSAT, Intelsat and SES. As part of the restructuring, the organisation has been relocated to mainland UK from the Isle of Man.
