Gordon Campbell has been announced as the new Chairman of BNFL. Patricia Hewitt, Secretary of State for Trade and Industry formally announced Mr Campbell as Hugh Collum's successor, effective from 1 June 2004.

Gordon Campbell is part-time Chairman of Babcock International Group and former Chief Executive of Courtaulds Plc. He is also a Vice President of the Royal Academy of Engineering and has been on BNFL's Board of Directors since 1 August 2000.

Gordon Campbell, new Chairman of BNFL

Patricia Hewitt said: "Gordon has a wealth of experience in leading change in large scale industries and in delivering business strategies. These skills and his strong leadership will ensure BNFL's successful restructuring."

Speaking after the announcement Hugh Collum, said: "I am very pleased to be handing over to someone of Gordon's calibre. He has extensive knowledge of the business, having been on BNFL's Board for almost four years. With his engineering background and business experience he is best placed to help BNFL through this period of change. I am sad to be leaving BNFL but I know that with its strong management team, it will continue to play a key role in the nuclear industry in the future."