Oceaneering International, Inc. (Oceaneering) announced that Roderick A. Larson, who currently serves as Oceaneering’s President, has been designated to succeed M. Kevin McEvoy as CEO immediately following Oceaneering’s 2017 Annual Meeting of Shareholders, which is scheduled to be held on May 5, 2017.
Mr. Larson has served as President since February 2015, and is expected to continue in that role as CEO. He previously served as senior VP and CEO from May 2012 to February 2015. Prior to joining Oceaneering, Mr. Larson was with Baker Hughes Incorporated for more than 20 years, where he held various positions, including serving as President of Latin America. He currently serves on the board of Newpark Resources, Inc.
Mr. McEvoy will continue serving on Oceaneering’s board as a Class III Director until at least May 2019. It is anticipated that Mr. Larson will join Oceaneering’s board concurrent with his appointment as President and CEO.