Henry Ford's great-grandson named new chairman of Livingston FC

The great-grandson of the Ford Motor Company founder Henry Ford has been named the new chairman of Premiership promotion hopefuls Livingston.

The club announced that Calvin Ford became the majority stakeholder after acquiring 100% of John McIlvogue’s shares in Baycup Ltd, which has held a significant shareholding in the club since the start of the 2023/24 season.

Mr Ford, who is the Vice President of Sales and Marketing for Pentastar Aviation, will be introduced to fans ahead of the Scottish Premiership Play-off Semi-Finals second leg match against Partick Thistle on Friday.

New Chairman and majority shareholder Calvin Ford said: “I am overjoyed and honoured to be part of Livingston Football Club.

“What drew me to wanting to be involved with LFC was the incredible leadership that people like Davie Martindale and John Ward portray.

“They have a passion for this Club and community that is contagious, and I look forward to being part of something special here”.

Outgoing Chairman, John Ward added: “I am delighted to welcome Calvin to the club. I feel that for the first time in the history of Livingston Football Club we will have an owner who is working in the best interests of the club and fans.

“As a Director of Livingston Football Club, I look forward to working with Calvin. I believe his integrity and enthusiasm for football will bring a sea change to Livingston and the wider West Lothian community”.