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Ascot construction chief joins ODA

Royals and racegoers enjoy the new stand at Ascot
Royals and racegoers enjoy the new stand at Ascot

The man who transformed Ascot Racecourse has been appointed as Director of Construction at the Olympic Delivery Authority (ODA).


As Redevelopment Chief Executive, Howard Shiplee successfully delivered the Ascot revamp on time and to budget.

He will now manage all aspects of construction for the venues and facilities at the London 2012 Games.

David Higgins, Chief Executive of the ODA said: "Howard's work at Ascot has been rightly praised as showcasing British construction at its best - first class facilities delivered to time and to budget.

"His experience will be invaluable in helping to deliver the infrastructure and venues for London 2012 Olympic and Paralympic Games, as well as ensure we leave a lasting legacy."

Howard Shiplee said: "It is a great privilege and challenge to be offered this once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to help deliver the London Games, and I am greatly looking forward to getting down to business at the ODA."

Shiplee will join the ODA in September 2006.

27 June 2006

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