AIRTO member National Nuclear Laboratory (NNL) has announced Julianne Antrobus as its next Chief Executive Officer (CEO). The appointment has been approved by Lord Hunt, Minister for Energy Security and Net Zero, and Julianne will succeed current CEO Paul Howarth on 31 March 2025, working with the executive leadership team to ensure a smooth transition.
Julianne is currently Global Head of Nuclear and UK Energy and Utilities lead at PA Consulting. Working alongside technical specialists, she has created and successfully grown a highly effective and innovative nuclear consulting practice supporting clients globally. She began her career as a Graduate Trainee in British Nuclear Fuels Ltd (BNFL), the predecessor body to NNL, before working across the nuclear sector in strategic leadership roles with Atkins and Nuvia. In recognition of her success in the sector, she was awarded an Honorary Fellowship by the Nuclear Institute in 2023.
Paul Howarth announced his intention to retire in April 2024 and by the time of his retirement will have served NNL as CEO for 14 years. His tenure has seen the organisation become increasingly important to the UK’s nuclear sector and clearly define its purpose: Nuclear science to benefit society.
