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Tony Gee Reshapes Leadership for Global Growth
New CEO and strategy to drive international expansion.
John Stephenson
November 19, 2024
Alasdair Fowler becomes Tony Gee’s first CEO in 2025
What Happened
Tony Gee, the renowned consultant engineering firm, is restructuring its leadership to align with its growing global ambitions. Alasdair Fowler, with 14 years at the company, will become its first-ever CEO in January 2025, also serving as UK Managing Director. Chris Young, the current Executive Managing Director, will take up a strategic role as Chair of the Executive Board.
The changes coincide with Tony Gee’s 50th anniversary and a surge in international operations, including expansions in Canada, Hong Kong, and Australia.
Why It Matters
The leadership overhaul ensures Tony Gee is prepared for sustained growth:
Scale demands structure: With 500 staff across 12 global offices, the firm needs a clear leadership framework.
Key markets in focus: Rail, highways, energy, and marine sectors are central to the strategy, with Fowler highlighting the firm’s ability to tackle ageing infrastructure challenges.
Innovation remains priority: The company prides itself on delivering efficient, buildable solutions, such as the recently completed Viking Wind Farm—the UK’s largest onshore wind project.
Catch-Up
Tony Gee started in 1974 in a small back office in Cobham. Over 50 years, it has contributed to iconic projects, including:
The record-breaking Gladesville Bridge in Sydney.
The London Eye.
Marina Bay Sands Skypark in Singapore.
Numerous long-span bridges in Hong Kong.
The firm achieved £45 million in revenue in 2022, cementing its place as a key player in the engineering world.
What They’re Saying
“The change at Tony Gee will be good for our clients and for our very talented and dedicated team. It will help to ensure Tony Gee continues to innovate and provide sustainable and market leading consultant engineering services across all the sectors we operate in.”
“These changes will drive the continued success and growth of Tony Gee across all disciplines and locations. It’s an exciting time for everyone here, but although we are becoming a bigger player, we will maintain our distinctive culture and values wherever we operate around the world.”
What’s Next
Tony Gee plans to expand further into international markets while doubling down on key sectors in the UK. The rail industry remains a core focus despite market challenges like the HS2 cutbacks.
Fowler sees opportunity: “Ageing infrastructure and growing project complexity play to our strengths.”
Bottom Line
Tony Gee’s leadership overhaul signals a forward-looking approach to global growth while staying rooted in its legacy of engineering excellence. With a new CEO and a sharpened strategy, the firm is well-positioned to navigate future challenges and opportunities.