New Meridian boss Mike Roan warns electricity market intervention high-risk

New Meridian boss Mike Roan warns electricity market intervention high-risk
Mike Roan is taking on one of NZ's biggest companies, Meridian, at a time of intense scrutiny. (Image: NZME)
Ian Llewellyn
Meridian’s new chief executive, Mike Roan, says the company has not put thought into how it would react to a major shake-up of the electricity sector, but warns that drastic changes could have major unintended consequences and scare off investment.Roan officially takes over from Neal Barclay on July 1, but as the chief finance officer, he already has his feet well under the table.He comes into the job amid intense scrutiny of the electricity sector. Ministers are currently contemplating the review commissioned by the Government, led by Fr...

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