Keith Clarke, CEO of London-based engineering firm Atkins, has been named a Commander of the Order of the British Empire. The honor, bestowed by Queen Elizabeth II, recognizes outstanding achievement and service of individuals in the U.K. Clarke, CEO since 2003, was recognized for his contribution to the engineering and construction sector. Clarke has been named by the U.K. Institution of Civil Engineers to deliver through year’s end the 2011 Brunel international lecture series, which is named for 19th-Century British engineer-innovator Isambard Brunel. Clarke is focusing on how engineers must help build a low-carbon society.
Brendan Horgan has been named CEO of equipment provider Sunbelt Rentals, Fort Mill, S.C. A 15-year firm veteran, he had been chief operating officer and chief sales officer.