Offshore staff

(Houston)-Veritas DGC Inc. has appointed Tor Haugland as senior vice president, marine acquisition. In his new role, Haugland will guide the global strategic direction of this technologically advanced and fast-growing business segment for the organization.

"Tor combines a unique talent for technology management with a breadth of experience spanning more than three decades. In light of our recent advances in marine acquisition services, Haugland's demonstrated ability to contribute to the industry with game-changing innovations makes him a perfect choice to lead the group," notes Tim Wells, president, Veritas.

Haugland joined Veritas in 2000. Prior to joining the organization, he held a number of senior management roles in other leading seismic companies and holds several patents for seismic acquisition technologies.

6/9/2006