06:57 AM EST, 01/31/2025 (MT Newswires) -- Algonquin Power & Utilities ( AQNB ) (AQN.TO, AQN) on Friday said it has appointed Rod West as CEO, effective March 7.

West succeeds Chris Huskilson, who is stepping down from the role, but will continue as a board member.

West most recently served as group president of utility operations for Entergy.

"We are confident Rod's deep experience and track record of delivering outstanding customer service and creating value in the regulated utility industry will accelerate the company's transformation for the benefit of our customers, shareholders, and the entire Algonquin team," said Algonquin Board Chairman Randy Laney.

Algonquin's share price at last look lost 1.2% to US$4.29 in U.S. pre-market trading on Friday.