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ABOUT US

Acoustic Data is a global leader in wireless downhole communication, serving the Oil & Gas and Underground Energy Storage industries. Headquartered in the United Kingdom, the company designs, develops, and deploys advanced subsurface acoustic telemetry systems that enable real-time downhole data acquisition and remote equipment control. This technology empowers operators to optimise well performance, enhance operational efficiency, and reduce costs—delivering smarter, more reliable solutions across the entire well lifecycle.

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Investors: The company is backed by Energy Growth Momentum, a London-based private equity fund, and Alturki Holding, a strategic investor from the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia.



NON-EXECUTIVE DIRECTORS

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Mike Mannering
Chairman

• Former President of SLB Rigs Management Group
• Former Director of the Arabian Drilling Company
• Former Chairman of Navetas Energy Management until its sale in 2017

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John Wilson
Investor Director

• Founding member of Energy Growth Momentum LLP
• Growth capital investor in high-growth private energy companies
• Formerly with Simmons & Company and Lime Rock Partners

EXECUTIVE MANAGEMENT TEAM

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Mark Tolley
Chief Executive Officer | Co-Founder | Director

• Background in reservoir and production engineering
• Held numerous technical roles within E&P companies
• Supports mechanical technology development

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Jesse Tolley
Chief Commercial Officer | Co-Founder | Director

• Leads global strategy, partnerships, and market entry
• Product line leadership across all downhole systems
• Background in oilfield services and investment banking

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Guy Mason
Chief Technology Officer

• Leads technology and product development
• Former Technical Director at BHGE (Sondex)
• Previously with SLB Wireline & Testing

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Matthew Norgate
Chief Operations Officer

• Leads global operations, product delivery and execution
• Extensive senior leadership experience within BHGE
• Strong track record of scaling technology into operations