Urenco, an international supplier of enrichment services, announces that Stephen Billingham, will succeed Sir John Hood as Chairman of the Board on 1 January 2016.
Stephen has been non-executive director of the company since 2009.
Stephen is also currently Chairman of Anglian Water Group and Punch Taverns plc. and a non-executive director of Balfour Beatty plc.
Stephen Billingham commenting on his appointment said:
“I am honoured to be able to lead the Board of a first class uranium enrichment services company. Urenco plays a key role in the nuclear fuel supply chain and as such makes an important contribution in the generation of low carbon energy.”
Stephen Billingham will be Chairman of the Board during 2016 whilst the company continues the search process for a long term successor to Sir John Hood.
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Read moreAbout Urenco
Urenco is an international supplier of enrichment services and fuel cycle products with sustainability at the core of its business. Operating in a pivotal area of the nuclear fuel supply chain for 50 years, Urenco facilitates zero carbon electricity generation for consumers around the world.
With its head office near London, UK, Urenco’s global presence ensures diversity and security of supply for customers through enrichment facilities in Germany, the Netherlands, the UK and the USA. Using centrifuge technology designed and developed by Urenco, and through the expertise of our people, the Urenco Group provides safe, cost effective and reliable services; operating within a framework of high environmental, social and governance standards, complementing international safeguards.
Urenco is committed to continued investment in the responsible management of nuclear materials; innovation activities with clear sustainability benefits, such as nuclear medicine, industrial efficiency and research; and nurturing the next generation of scientists and engineers.
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