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Providing industrial boiler solutions since 1878

Our Communities

A Cochran team meets throughout the year to determine its donations to registered charities in the UK, focussing on social services (for the less advantaged, disabled or abused), education, healthcare, arts and the environment. In addition, Cochran also donates to charities and social organisations.

Our Workplaces

People are the core of every business and we have high expectations of performance from our people. We continue to support our employees though training and development, so that they can grow professionally and meet the evolving challenges of our industry. Our Cochran Group Management Code protects our reputation by requiring fairness, honesty and transparency in everything we do.

We expect everyone within the Group to meet the standards set out in our Code to:-

- Comply with laws, regulations and Group standards

- Reject bribery and corruption

- Conduct business in a fair manner

- Treat customers fairly

- Maintain confidentiality of information

- Report with accuracy and honesty

- Act responsibly towards our people, communities and the environment

The Group is fully committed to the principle of equal opportunity in employment and maintains a working environment free from discrimination, victimisation, and harassment or bullying. We ensure that all applicants and employees receive equal treatment during their recruitment, transfer, promotion and training, and in the assessment of salary and benefits irrespective of sex, race, gender reassignment, disability, sexual orientation, age, religion or belief, pregnancy or maternity, marriage or civil partnership status.

The health and safety of our employees is paramount. We recognise our responsibilities to ensure the well-being and safety of our employees and to maintain a safe environment for visitors and subcontractors while they are on Company premises. We obey the Health and Safety regulations of each country in which we operate and set high standards across the Group.

Employee 1

Tom Ritchie

Managing Director

Tom has built his career at Cochran from the ground up, beginning with a four-year Mechanical & Electrical Engineering Apprenticeship and gaining hands-on experience across virtually every area of the business. From roles including Fitter/Turner, Service Engineer, Sales Support Engineer and Business Development Manager, he developed a deep understanding of both the technical and commercial sides of the company.

His career has taken him across the UK and around the world, helping expand Cochran’s presence in key international markets including Russia, Eastern Europe, the Baltic States and Asia. Appointed to the Board in 2003 and becoming Managing Director in 2005, Tom brings decades of industry expertise, and a unique perspective shaped by first-hand experience throughout the organisation.

Tom has an enduring passion for rural life and is happiest with dogs in a forest, field or on the hill.

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Stuart Pickerill

Stuart Pickerill

Group Finance Director

Stuart’s finance career started over 30 years ago, progressing to senior roles within the packaging industry. He joined Cochran in 2020 as Financial Controller and in 2026 took on the role of Group Finance Director to oversee the financial direction for the business.

Stuart grew up in Birmingham but has been living in northwest England for almost 20 years. A keen sports fan he enjoys regular golf games and watching rugby and cricket where he can.

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Leigh Freeman

Leigh Freeman

Group Human Resources Director

Joining the team in January 2026 on a full-time basis after a period of consultancy work Leigh brings more than 30 years’ experience in HR and recruitment to the business. Leigh holds an MA in Human Resource Management, a NEBOSH general certificate and is a qualified workplace mediator and Fellow of the CIPD (FCIPD).

Leigh’s role is to support organisational growth by strengthening leadership capability and ensuring the people strategy enables the business to achieve its ambitions while remaining a great place to work. Outside of work Leigh is passionate about fitness enjoying CrossFit and HYROX as well as spending time with her family and dogs exploring the countryside.

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Graeme Cunningham

Graeme Cunningham

Group Operations Director

Graeme joined Cochran as Group Operations Director in 2026 after a 20-year career in operations and commercial leadership across engineering, manufacturing, service, and hire businesses.

He brings a strong focus on operational excellence, project delivery, and continuous improvement, with a track record of developing high performing teams and improving business performance. Working closely with colleagues across the group, Graeme is committed to delivering practical solutions for customers while driving improvements in safety, quality, efficiency, and profitability across all areas of the business.

Outside of work, Graeme enjoys spending time with his wife Yvonne and their children, Ayla and Elliott. Whether it’s walking the dogs, spending quality time with the family or travelling to Murrayfield to support Scotland, he values making the most of his time away from work. A passionate Scotland rugby supporter, he rarely misses a home game and enjoys being part of the atmosphere whenever he can.

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Shane Crosby

Shane Crosby

Group Commercial Director

Shane became Group Commercial Director in 2026, where he leads the Group’s commercial strategy, driving sustainable growth, commercial excellence, and long-term value creation for customers, partners, and stakeholders. With more than two decades of commercial leadership experience across the engineering, energy, infrastructure, and industrial services sectors, Shane has developed extensive expertise in shaping and delivering commercial strategies that accelerate growth, enhance business performance, and create competitive advantage.

Having held senior executive roles within complex PLC businesses, Shane brings significant experience in operating within large-scale, high-performing organisations, driving commercial transformation, strengthening customer partnerships, and delivering sustainable value for shareholders and stakeholders.

Throughout his career, Shane has built a strong reputation for identifying growth opportunities, leading successful commercial initiatives, managing complex business environments, and developing high-performing teams aligned to strategic objectives. Recognised for his strategic, collaborative, and results-driven approach, Shane combines commercial acumen with operational insight to help organisations achieve sustainable growth, improve performance, and deliver long-term business success.

Outside of his professional commitments, Shane prioritises wellbeing, family, and personal growth. He enjoys golf, spa retreats, exploring new destinations through weekend getaways, and spending quality time with his family.

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David Young BEng CEng MIMechE - Senior Leadership Team

David Young BEng CEng MIMechE

Chief Engineer

Earning his Honours Degree in Mechanical Engineering from Heriot Watt University, Chartered Engineer David Young is a Member of the Institute of Mechanical Engineers and has been Cochran’s Chief Engineer since 1995. A leading thinker in modern combustion engineering technology, David has many years of proven experience in the design of industrial shell boilers. Together with his team, David has continued to develop new and innovative design solutions for industrial shell boilers and their associated combustion systems. Providing leading-edge low NOx combustion technology to minimise boiler emissions and developing boilers and burners for use with renewable and low carbon fuels such as hydrogen. Commissioned in 2023, David was instrumental in the design of what we believe to be the first Hydrogen-fired boiler testing facility of its kind in the UK.

Playing a key role in steering the future of boiler technology:

Chair of ICOM Industrial Heating Group (IHG): David is looking forward to shaping the strategic direction of the group, fostering collaboration among members, and driving initiatives that promote advancements in industrial heating technology.

British Standards: A member of the British Standards technical committee and past Chairman, David plays a central role in the preparation and maintenance of relevant BS and CEN (European Committee for Standardisation) shell boilers technical standards, representing the UK industry on the BS's (British Standards) committee.

European Standards: David also represents the UK at European level and has been heavily involved in working with EU boilermakers in the preparation of BSI equivalent European standards, sitting on the technical committee that prepares EN12953.

Combustion Engineering Association: He is also actively involved in the CEA, with key areas of interest centred on shell boilers and their technical issues. David was a key architect of the BG01 and BG04 Guidance Notes.

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Allan Shaw - Senior Leadership Team

Allan Shaw

Senior Operations Manager

Beginning as an apprentice plater more than 40 years ago Allan brings a passion for all things Cochran to everything, he does. Part of the senior management team for over 20 years he has worked across diverse departments including the drawing office, procurement, maintenance, manufacturing, health & safety, quality assurance and production control. His strength lies in his problem solving and drive to improve, sharing his varied experience with teams across the business.

Allan is a self-confessed workaholic and takes a huge amount of pride in his role at Cochran. He is a proud dad of five with two grandchildren so loves to enjoy family time when he’s not working.

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David Wield

David Wield

Senior Commercial Manager

With over 40 years of service at Cochran, starting as an apprentice plater, David brings a wealth of experience to his role in the senior leadership team. Having worked as a draughtsman before moving into the contracts department then ultimately the senior team, this has given him a good solid grounding and knowledge base of the company. Currently as Senior Commercial Manager he now heads up the sales and contracts teams working closely with the managers there to ensure clients are getting the best solution for their needs.

David enjoys breaks with Chloe and the dogs and is happy to swap tips on his current favourite wines.

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Jeanette Campion

Jeanette Campion

Financial Controller

Part of the finance team since 2022, Jeanette moved into the role of Financial Controller in 2026 and joins the senior leadership team. Overseeing all aspects of the day-to-day finance and accounting processes Jeanette ensures that all divisions have the financial information they need to make strategic decisions.

When not at work Jeanette has recently become a grandmother to little Maisie who takes up a lot of her time along with music gigs, family travel and watching her hometown team Liverpool FC.

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Eric Daglish - Senior Leadership Team

Eric Daglish

Business Development Manager

A part of the Cochran team since 2017 Eric brings his engineering background to commercial roles within the organisation. Initially working in contracts and then product sales, before overseeing operations in China. In 2026 he moved into the senior leadership team taking responsibility for Business Development across the group.

When he’s not working, he’s often tackling a DIY project, or spending valuable time with his young family.

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Jamie Donaldson

Jamie Donaldson

Senior Operations Manager

Jamie joined Cochran in 2023 as Engineering Manager, bringing experience in mechanical engineering, heavy manufacturing and operational leadership. Following his appointment to the Senior Leadership Team in 2026, he now leads the Engineering, Manufacturing and Purchasing functions, with a focus on developing people, improving processes and driving operational performance across the business.

Outside of work, Jamie enjoys spending time with his family, getting out and about on days out together and taking on DIY projects at home. He enjoys finding practical solutions, whether that's at work or around the house.

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