Ms Eggelton has acted in the capacity over the past three months following the departure of Halatoa Fua who left to take up a new role as Director of the National Environment Service. 

"Karla's capabilities and wide experience are well known to the local industry and our international partners" said Board Chairman Ewan Smith. "We are delighted that she has agreed to take on the role, especially at such a challenging time where our industry must rebuild from the devastating impact of the COVID pandemic."