Richard New
Managing Director MIDEL & MIVOLT Shell
Richard was appointed as Managing Director at MIDEL & MIVOLT Fluids Ltd on 1st Jan 2024. Richard is a relative newbie to the transformer industry, but brings passion and expertise about the energy transition and technology. Previously, he led Shell’s Global Key Accounts organisation for fleet and E-mobility customers. Since joining Shell in 2007, he has held a number of operational and commercial roles in Shell Downstream. He has lived in Europe, South Africa and Canada. He also holds a Masters of Business Administration (MBA) from Warwick Business School. Richard is married to Vicky; they have four children and live in Cheshire, UK (very close to MIDEL’s production facility in Manchester!).
2024 Agenda Sessions
Strengthening Power and Renewables Sectors: MIDEL & MIVOLT Acquisition by Shell
During this session Shell and MIDEL& MIVOLT will present in firsthand to CWIEME Community the strategic acquisition, impact in the sector and future plans
Boosting Shell’s global lubricants portfolio, the acquisition of MIDEL’s premium product range will enable Shell to complement its differentiated position in Transformer Oils used for power distribution, offshore wind parks, utility companies and traction power systems. By adding synthetic and natural ester-based transformer fluids and services to its portfolio, Shell Lubricants aims to deliver improved fire protection and biodegradability to its customers.
• Who is MIDEL and Intent of acquisition
• MIDEL product offering and CVPs
• MIDEL sectors applications and markets
• Future plans
Tuesday 14 May 10:20 - 10:50 Central Stage
Market Overview & Industry Trends
During this session Shell and MIDEL& MIVOLT will present in firsthand to CWIEME Community the strategic acquisition, impact in the sector and future plans
Boosting Shell’s global lubricants portfolio, the acquisition of MIDEL’s premium product range will enable Shell to complement its differentiated position in Transformer Oils used for power distribution, offshore wind parks, utility companies and traction power systems. By adding synthetic and natural ester-based transformer fluids and services to its portfolio, Shell Lubricants aims to deliver improved fire protection and biodegradability to its customers.
• Who is MIDEL and Intent of acquisition
• MIDEL product offering and CVPs
• MIDEL sectors applications and markets
• Future plans
