OTS Group Strengthens Leadership Focus to Drive Innovation and Future Growth
Moreton-in-Marsh, 18th March 2025 – OTS Group, a leading provider of fuel storage, environmental waste solutions, and advanced engineering services, is strengthening its leadership team to enhance operational efficiency, drive innovation, and position itself for long-term growth. These changes will ensure that OTS remains an agile, future-focused partner for its clients while continuing to deliver the high-quality solutions it is known for.
Effective 1 December 2025, Claire Duffy will step into the role of CEO, while Steve Gain transitions to Strategic Development Director.
Steve Gain & Claire Duffy
This move strengthens OTS Group’s ability to respond to evolving client needs, drive innovation, and ensure long-term business sustainability, balancing financial strategy, operational excellence, and forward-thinking growth.
A Leadership Structure Designed for the Future
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Claire’s financial and operational expertise provides a strong foundation for OTS Group’s next phase of growth. As CEO, she will ensure that OTS remains financially robust, operationally efficient, and strategically aligned with client needs and industry advancements. Her leadership will reinforce OTS Group’s role as a trusted turnkey solutions provider, balancing innovation, sustainable expansion, and long-term business success.
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Steve has played a pivotal role in shaping OTS Group into a strategically driven business, ensuring it can adapt to the changing needs of its clients. In his new role, he will focus fully on long-term growth, partnerships, strategic development and market expansion, ensuring that OTS Group is always one step ahead in a rapidly changing market.
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Shaun will continue leading sales and client relationships, with added oversight of Environmental Waste and Technology Development, reinforcing OTS Group’s commitment to sustainability and innovation.
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Neil will oversee production, engineering, and project execution, ensuring OTS continues to deliver high-quality, precision-built solutions efficiently and at scale.
From left, Claire Duffy, Steve Gain, Neil Betteridge, Shaun Ferreira
Positioning OTS for Long-Term Success
These leadership changes reinforce OTS Group’s long-standing commitment to delivering seamless service, operational excellence, and strategic innovation. Clients can expect business as usual, with no changes to existing contracts, projects, or relationships. With Claire ensuring strategic leadership, business growth and operational efficiency, and Steve fully dedicated to business strategy and future growth planning, OTS Group is now structured to deliver even greater value to its clients.
"OTS has always been about delivering reliable, high-quality solutions that help our clients operate more effectively. This leadership restructure ensures that we can continue evolving, meeting the challenges of an increasingly advanced and regulated industry while staying true to what we do best," said Claire Duffy, CEO of OTS Group.
A Message from Bruce Woodall, OTS Group Owner
“At OTS Group, we have always made decisions that put the business and our clients first. Claire’s appointment as CEO ensures that OTS remains both financially strong and strategically forward-thinking. At the same time, Steve’s transition to Strategic Development Director reflects his long-standing commitment to ensuring OTS Group is adaptable and future-proof. We need a leadership team that plays to its strengths: Claire’s expertise in financial and operational strategy, and Steve’s ability to identify and drive future opportunities. This evolution ensures OTS continues to be a trusted industry partner for years to come.”
The Four Pillars of OTS Group
As part of its long-term strategy, OTS has formalised its business around four key pillars, strengthening its ability to deliver end-to-end, client-focused solutions:
Manufacturing & Engineering – Precision-built, high-quality fuel storage and engineering solutions.
Site & Installation Services – Seamless project execution and maintenance support.
Design & Technology – Driving innovation through R&D, automation, and digital transformation.
Environmental & Waste Solutions – Supporting decommissioning, waste management, and compliance to ensure sustainable operations.
This structure ensures that each area of the business is fully aligned to meet evolving client demands while maintaining the high standards OTS Group is known for.
No Disruption to Clients – Business as Usual
OTS Group remains committed to ensuring a seamless transition with no disruption to ongoing projects, service commitments, or client relationships. These leadership changes enable OTS to enhance its ability to support clients effectively, deliver cutting-edge solutions, and stay at the forefront of industry advancements.
“This evolution ensures we are not only meeting the needs of today but also preparing for the opportunities and challenges of tomorrow. By strengthening our leadership focus, we can continue to evolve while maintaining the quality, reliability, and service our clients rely on.”
ABOUT OTS GROUP
With over 50 years of experience, OTS Group is a recognised leader in the fuel storage, environmental waste, and engineering sectors. Renowned for their advanced fuel storage systems and turnkey solutions, OTS Group designs and delivers practical, high-quality solutions for fuel storage, re-fuelling, distribution, environmental waste management, and infrastructure servicing.
From the design and construction of truck stops and fuel distribution depots to fuel quality management, certification, and site decommissioning, OTS provides a full-service approach to sustainable and efficient fuel and waste solutions. With a commitment to technological advancement, environmental responsibility, and high-quality service, OTS Group remains an industry leader in delivering innovative and compliant fuel and waste management solutions.
OTS Group | Strong ethics, technological approach, high-quality products and services, invested in our people.
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