Becky Lumlock has been appointed Chair of SGN with effect from Tuesday 1 October 2024.
She succeeds Nick Salmon who is stepping down after more than three years in the role. Nick will remain on the board as a Non-Executive Director.
Becky Lumlock, SGN Chair, said:
“It is a privilege to take on the role as Chair at a time when SGN has a lead role in creating a secure and resilient national energy system fit for net zero. Millions of homes and businesses rely on us because what we do really matters. I look forward to working with the Board and executive team to support our dedicated people, safely delivering great service and a strong performance.”
Nick Salmon, outgoing Chair, said:
“I would like to wish Becky and all colleagues throughout SGN every success. The company is in extremely capable hands and can look forward to an exciting future.”
Becky is an Operating Partner at Brookfield, the global investment firm, which is a core investor in SGN. She has been a SGN board member since March 2022.
She is a highly experienced infrastructure specialist with a 30-year career spanning multiple industries including energy and transport. She worked internationally for two decades in senior roles for BG Group and Shell and more recently was a member of the group executive committee at Network Rail with responsibility for one of the busiest parts of the rail network.
The Board would like to thank Nick for his leadership and guidance as Chair since 2021.
