Omni Energy has announced that its president and CEO James Eckert will retire during 2008.

Mr Eckert has agreed to serve as a consultant to the company after his retirement.

Richard White, chairman of the company’s compensation committee, said:
On behalf of the board of directors and Omni Energy employees, we want to thank James for his dedication, leadership, and the positive influence he has had in shaping and rebuilding our organization.