Oxfordshire’s Tokamak Energy appoints new Managing Director and Chief Commercial Officer

Oxfordshire-based nuclear fusion research firm Tokamak Energy has appointed Warrick Matthews as its new Managing Director and Chief Commercial Officer.

Warrick, who previously spent 24 years working for Rolls-Royce where he held a number of leadership positions including, most recently, Chief Procurement Officer.

Warrick will be charged with working towards Tokamak’s aim of demonstrating grid-ready fusion power by the early 2030s, tapping into his experience in global industrial partnerships and supply chain development.

Chris Martin, Tokamak Energy’s Chairman, said: “With his track record of success at Rolls-Royce, we are delighted to welcome Warrick to Tokamak Energy.

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“He brings a wealth of invaluable leadership experience which will underpin our mission to develop commercial fusion energy. His expertise will add new perspective as we build strategic partnerships, grow and diversify our global supply chain and deliver value to our investors.”

Warrick Matthews added: “I’ve been following Tokamak Energy’s incredible progress closely for several years. It is the one company I wanted to join, and I am excited to be part of this amazing team.

“The incredibly talented people here are driven by a vital mission and purpose. They are developing the technologies that will deliver the energy source needed to protect our planet’s future. The business is moving into an exciting new phase of development and growth, and I can’t wait to make a difference.”

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