John Kenny has enjoyed an extensive career in the oil and gas sector where he has an excellent record of creating shareholder value. He co-founded the JP Kenny Group of Companies, which traded internationally in oil and gas engineering, sub-sea survey and inspection, and shipping. He was a founder of JP Kenny Exploration & Production Ltd, the forerunner of LSE listed JKX Oil & Gas plc. He holds a degree in chemical engineering from University College London and is an Honorary Fellow of the College.