NORWELL, Mass.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Feb. 20, 2013--
Clean Harbors, Inc. (“Clean Harbors”) (NYSE:CLH), the leading provider
of environmental, energy and industrial services throughout North
America, today announced that Laura Schwinn has been appointed as
President, Oil & Gas Field Services, effective March 4, 2013.
“With almost two decades of experience as a recognized industry leader,
Laura brings valuable perspective and keen insights to Clean Harbors,”
said Alan S. McKim, Chairman and Chief Executive Officer of Clean
Harbors. “Born and raised in Calgary, Alberta, Laura began her career in
the Calgary oil patch, and expanded her career in the oil and gas
industry in various roles around the world. Attracting a proven and
seasoned executive to this newly formed position is an important
milestone for our Oil & Gas Field Services business. The North American
energy industry is currently undergoing a major transformation and
entering a phase of rapid growth. Laura’s expertise in this sector will
enable us to best position Clean Harbors to capitalize on the short- and
long-term opportunities presented by the evolving needs of the major
energy producers. We believe Laura is an ideal fit for Clean Harbors and
look forward to her leading this business into its next stage of growth.”
Previously, Schwinn held a variety of senior positions at Halliburton,
most recently as Vice President, Drill Bits and Services. Prior to
Halliburton, Schwinn served in a business development role at
Schlumberger. Schwinn earned a Bachelor of Commerce degree from
University of Victoria in British Columbia.
About Clean Harbors
Clean
Harbors (NYSE:CLH) is the leading provider of environmental, energy
and industrial services throughout North America. The Company serves a
diverse customer base, including a majority of the Fortune 500
companies, thousands of smaller private entities and numerous federal,
state, provincial and local governmental agencies. Through its
Safety-Kleen subsidiary, Clean Harbors also is a premier provider of
used oil recycling and re-refining, parts cleaning and environmental
services for the small quantity generator market.
Headquartered in Massachusetts, Clean Harbors has waste disposal
facilities and service locations throughout the United States and
Canada, as well as Mexico and Puerto Rico. For more information, visit www.cleanharbors.com.
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Source: Clean Harbors, Inc.
Clean Harbors, Inc.
James M. Rutledge, 781-792-5100
InvestorRelations@cleanharbors.com
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