Derek Carr

Derek Carr serves as the Managing Director of Addfield Projects and Addfield Environmental Systems Ltd, with a tenure exceeding fifteen years in the incineration and thermal treatment industry. He joined Addfield Environmental Systems Limited in February 2010 and has since progressed through significant leadership roles, including Production Director in 2015 and Operations Director in 2018, before assuming his current position in May 2021, coinciding with Steve Lloyd’s appointment as CEO.

Derek’s responsibilities encompass end-to-end project development oversight, ensuring that projects are delivered on schedule, within scope, and meeting high quality standards. Under his leadership, Addfield Projects has undergone operational and infrastructural expansions, including moving to a newly custom-built factory in Burntwood in September 2024 to support future growth. This move was emblematic of the impressive ongoing growth trajectory of the company.

He is deeply committed to maintaining Addfield’s reputation as a global leader in thermal waste treatment technologies, emphasizing robust, reliable, and efficient waste management solutions. Derek has been a central figure through all major company milestones and remains a key advocate for the company’s position as the number one solution provider in its field.

Derek holds a longstanding focus on international export growth, demonstrated by his role as a presenter and ambassador in various industry forums, including delivering presentations on behalf of the UK Department for International Trade (DIT). Addfield’s inclusion in prestigious lists such as the Sunday Times WorldFirst SME Export Track 100 highlights the success of the global expansion efforts during his tenure.

Under Derek’s stewardship, Addfield Projects specializes in the development of advanced, high-capacity waste disposal solutions, particularly for hazardous waste and waste-to-energy incinerators. The company operates primarily from Staffordshire, UK, where it is recognized as an award-winning manufacturer acquired by a leading UK investment group in early 2023, an acquisition Derek described as a major opportunity to advance the business.

Derek collaborates closely with other senior executives, including Operations Director James Grant and Sales Executives, contributing to the company’s sustained operational excellence and international commercial success. Notably, Derek is visible as the public face for export and international trade activities for Addfield, frequently engaging with stakeholders and potential clients via industry events and social media.

His educational background includes attendance at St Edmund Campion, though specific academic qualifications are not prominently disclosed in the available data.

In summary, Derek Carr is a strategically driven leader with comprehensive expertise in the incineration and thermal treatment sector, who champions innovation, quality delivery, and international market growth to position Addfield Projects as a dominant force in its industry sector.