The World Nuclear Transport Institute (WNTI) is excited to announce the appointment of Professor Peter Bryant as Chief Executive Officer from March 2025. Peter will be representing members’ interests internationally whilst leading WNTIs growth, development and influence on the global stage.
He joins us from Sizewell C / EDF Energy, where he is currently Director of ESG & Radiation Strategy and was the former Head of Environment, Decommissioning and Radiation Safety. He has a strong background in environmental and radiation protection with over 16 years’ experience working across the Nuclear Fuel Cycle.
In addition to his industry and commercial experience, Peter is equally well known and active within the International Scientific and Policy Arena at the International Commission on Radiological Protection, International Atomic Energy Agency, OECD Nuclear Energy Agency and World Nuclear Association, with a particular focus on Radiation Protection, Emergency Planning, Sustainability and Stakeholder Engagement.
He was also former President of the UK’s Society for Radiological Protection and holds an Honorary Professorship in Physics at the University of Liverpool specialising in Radiation Protection Science, Nuclear Energy Policy and Nuclear Reactor Technology.
Speaking about the appointment, Jessica Boutteau, Chair of the WNTI Board said:
“On behalf of the WNTI Board, I am thrilled to welcome Professor Peter Bryant as our new CEO. His extensive expertise in the nuclear sector, especially in safety, security and radiation protection, combined with his leadership in the international scientific arenas, makes him the ideal person to lead WNTI into the future. As the world increasingly turns to nuclear energy to achieve NetZero goals, the safe and efficient transport of nuclear materials becomes ever more critical. We are confident that under Peter’s guidance, WNTI will continue to grow and enhance its influence on the global stage, for the sake of our members.”
Peter Bryant additionally added:
“There has never been a more exciting time for nuclear industry. The global commitment to triple nuclear capacity, coupled with the decommissioning of legacy sites, and potential use of nuclear technologies in areas such as maritime movements, aviation and space places an increasing importance on ensuring the safe and secure transport of nuclear materials. I am delighted to be leading the World Nuclear Transport Institute, driving us towards a sustainable nuclear future, ensuring fit for purpose policy and regulation and #KeepingNuclearMoving.”
