SGN has announced that Simon Kilonback will become its new Chief Executive Officer.

Simon joined SGN in September 2023 as Chief Financial Officer. He will succeed Mark Wild, who is leaving to lead the HS2 high-speed rail project.

Simon is a highly respected leader with extensive experience in safety-oriented companies within the UK's critical national infrastructure. He previously served as the CFO of Transport for London for five years.

With a strong track record in both the public and private sectors, Simon has successfully steered complex businesses through challenging periods.

His priorities at SGN will include maintaining a relentless focus on safety, driving efficiency, supporting vulnerable customers, and leading the business through the upcoming GD3 price control process.

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SGN Chair Becky Lumlock said: "Simon is a talented and experienced leader who has already made a huge impact at SGN, rightly prioritising investment in our frontline operations to ensure we continue to keep all our customers safe and warm. He is a driving force in creating the conditions for future success and ensuring our network can play a key role in the resilient national energy system that will be required to make net zero possible.

"On behalf of the board, I would like to thank Mark Wild for his service and achievements during his time with SGN and wish him well for the future."

Simon Kilonback said: "I'm delighted to have the opportunity to lead SGN which is such a vital part of our national energy infrastructure. We have great people and an exciting future as we build one of the UK's most respected engineering and asset management companies.

"We will continue to keep our communities safe and warm, serving millions of households and businesses as well as playing our part in a fair and affordable energy transition."

Simon is expected to take up the role of CEO later in the calendar year. The search for SGN's next CFO is already well underway.