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Monday, January 19, 2026

Altrad Appoints Julie Nerney as New Board Advisor

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Altrad has announced the appointment of Julie Nerney as Board Advisor to its UK, Ireland, Nordics & Poland Executive Board. She will formally take up the role in April 2025.

With over 30 years of experience in driving strategic change across multiple industries, Nerney brings a wealth of expertise in leadership, governance, and transformation.

She has held senior roles as CEO, COO, and Director, successfully guiding organisations through various stages of growth, including mergers and acquisitions.

A key highlight of her career includes her leadership role in managing transport operations for the London 2012 Olympic and Paralympic Games. She has also served as a Non-Executive Director and Chair for several high-profile organisations, including the UK Supreme Court, UK Industrial Fusion Solutions, and Sussex County Football Association.

Altrad’s CEO for the UK, Ireland, Nordics & Poland, John Walsh, welcomed her appointment:

“Julie’s wealth of experience, broad sector exposure, and passion for building high-performing, inclusive teams will bring fresh perspectives to our Executive Board. We look forward to her contributions and the positive impact she will make on our strategic direction.”

In addition to her leadership roles, Nerney is a published author and guest speaker at Oxford’s Saïd Business School, known for her insights into governance and organisational change.

Her appointment comes as Altrad continues to strengthen its executive team to drive further growth and development across its operations in the region.

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