BGS announces new director of its international geoscience programme
Experienced international development research leader joins the organisation.
17/03/2025 By BGS Press
Dr Maggy Heintz has been appointed the new director of BGS International Geoscience and will be based at the organisation’s headquarters in Keyworth, Nottinghamshire. She will lead a global team with a track record of projects across Europe, Africa, South-east Asia and Latin America, to support the objectives of the UK Government.
I am looking forward to joining BGS and to playing my part in harnessing the power of geoscience to tackle pressing global challenges. I believe passionately in the impact of earth sciences when delivered through true partnerships with our international partners.
Dr Maggy Heintz.
Maggy arrives at BGS following her work as executive director of the UK Collaborative on Development Research (UKCDR), an organisation that analyses UK funding trends and practices in research for international development. She previously spent eight years at the University of Leicester as international research development manager and as head of research and business development. She has also worked in the UK’s French Embassy as a science attaché, stimulating international collaboration between the UK and France.
I am delighted at the appointment of Maggy as the new director of BGS International Geoscience. Her experience and expertise in global projects will be invaluable in driving our international research programme and delivering global stakeholder engagement and research that aligns with BGS’s core values and UK priorities.
Dr Karen Hanghøj, BGS Director.
Maggy succeeds Dr David Schofield, who left BGS in October 2024 after 27 years with the organisation.
On behalf of BGS and the BGS Board, I would like to recognise the efforts of Kathryn Goodenough and Helen Fallas in leading the work of the BGS International Geoscience team since David’s departure.
Dr Karen Hanghøj.
BGS has more than 100 years of experience in international collaboration and carries out commissioned research as part of its International Geoscience Research and Development programme.
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