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    Britain's National Grid names ex-Shell director Zoë Yujnovich as CEO

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    Posted on May 1, 2025

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    Last updated: January 24, 2026

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    Zoë Yujnovich will succeed John Pettigrew as CEO of Britain's National Grid in November, bringing experience from Shell and Rio Tinto.

    Zoë Yujnovich Appointed as New CEO of Britain's National Grid

    (Reuters) - Britain's National Grid on Thursday named Zoë Yujnovich as its next chief executive, succeeding John Pettigrew who, after almost 10 years in post, will retire from the role in November.

    Yujnovich, formerly an integrated gas and upstream director at Shell, has previously held senior roles at Rio Tinto and is also a non-executive director on Unilever's board.

    Yujnovich will join the National Grid Board as chief executive designate on September 1 and will be appointed chief executive on November 17.

    (Reporting by Yamini Kalia in Bengaluru; Editing by Sonia Cheema)

    Key Takeaways

    • •Zoë Yujnovich appointed as National Grid's new CEO.
    • •John Pettigrew to retire after nearly 10 years.
    • •Yujnovich was previously a director at Shell.
    • •She has held senior roles at Rio Tinto.
    • •Yujnovich is also a non-executive director at Unilever.

    Frequently Asked Questions about Britain's National Grid names ex-Shell director Zoë Yujnovich as CEO

    1What is the main topic?

    The main topic is the appointment of Zoë Yujnovich as the new CEO of Britain's National Grid, succeeding John Pettigrew.

    2Who is Zoë Yujnovich?

    Zoë Yujnovich is the former integrated gas and upstream director at Shell and has held senior roles at Rio Tinto.

    3When will Yujnovich become CEO?

    Zoë Yujnovich will officially become CEO of National Grid on November 17.

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