Nexans has appointed Julien Hueber as its new chief executive officer, succeeding Christopher Guérin with immediate effect. Guérin will remain available to support the transition until 31 October 2025.
The company said the leadership change aims to create “new momentum” as Nexans continues to execute the strategic roadmap outlined at its most recent Capital Markets Day. The appointment follows a comprehensive selection process led by the Appointments and Corporate Governance Committee with the support of an executive search firm.
Hueber, 55, currently serves as executive managing director of PWR Grid & Connect Europe, a €2.6bn business comprising 23 manufacturing sites. He joined Nexans in 2002 and has been a member of the executive committee since 2018.
The company said he brings deep operational experience in supply chain and purchasing, as well as extensive knowledge of the Asia-Pacific region, having previously led Nexans’ operations in China and South Korea.
Jean Mouton, chairman of the Nexans board of directors, said Hueber’s “strategic vision for future technologies and strong record of operational excellence” made him the ideal candidate to lead the group’s next phase of development.
“I have complete confidence in his ability to lead Nexans in this new phase of focused acceleration, in line with the goals announced during the last Capital Markets Day,” Mouton said.
The board also paid tribute to outgoing CEO Guérin for his seven years of leadership, during which he “profoundly transformed Nexans into a focused leader in sustainable electrification.”
Mouton added: “He has brought innovation, responsibility and simplicity to the heart of the company, while restoring confidence across teams worldwide. His leadership and passion have left a lasting mark on the group and its people.”