Gigaclear has appointed Hugo Eales as its new Chief Financial Officer.

The Abingdon-based rural full-fibre provider announced Mr Eales' appointment on Wednesday 20th.

He joins the company with a wealth of experience in the internet service provider and technology sectors.

His previous roles include Chief Financial Officer for DXC Technology, a global technology services provider, where he led finance and commercial teams across the EMEA region.

Mr Eales also served as the CFO of Colt Technologies, BT's Global Services business, and other notable firms.

A Fellow of the Chartered Institute of Management, Mr Eales will now focus on helping Gigaclear deliver full fibre to underserved rural communities, supporting the government's aim of achieving nationwide gigabit coverage by 2030.

Nathan Rundle, Gigaclear’s Chief Executive Officer, said: "I am delighted that someone of Hugo’s calibre and with his significant industry experience has joined Gigaclear, and I look forward to working closely with him as we look to cement our position as the best rural provider in the country."

Mr Eales said: "After various CFO roles across the ISP and technology industries, the opportunity here at Gigaclear is an exciting one, as we focus on ultra-rural areas of the country."

Interim Chief Financial Officer Paul Hooper-Keeley will remain at Gigaclear in the short term to assist the transition and close the financial year.