BAE Systems chief to leave
Martin Sutherland, managing director of BAE Systems Applied Intelligence, will leave the company on 30 September to take become chief executive of banknote printer and passport manufacturer De La Rue.
Kevin Taylor, group strategy director, who is responsible for executive committee oversight of the Applied Intelligence business, will take over as md "on an interim basis".
Taylor commented: "BAE Systems Applied Intelligence has rapidly grown to become a leading provider of cyber, intelligence and digital solutions in recent years. The business has outstanding growth prospects and I look forward to continuing to guide it through the next stage of its strategic development.
"Martin has played an important role in the development of the business and leaves with our best wishes for the future."
