AWE Chief Scientist appointed Chair of National Laboratories Alliance 

AWE Chief Scientist Rob Lock has been appointed Chair of the National Laboratories Alliance (NLA), succeeding Alan Brewin, formerly Science & Engineering Director at NPL, who has chaired the Alliance for the past four years.

The NLA is an established network of 12 leading public sector laboratories, each providing trusted expertise in support of Government and the national interest. Together, members contribute to the UK’s security, resilience and prosperity, while supporting skills, innovation and the wider economy.

Rob will lead the Alliance as it continues to deepen collaborative working across the national laboratory community, bringing together expertise and capabilities as part of a collective effort to deliver for the UK.

Rob Lock, AWE Chief Scientist and Chair of the NLA, said: “I am delighted to take on the role of Chair of the National Laboratories Alliance and build on the excellent work led by Alan over the past four years.”

“The Alliance provides an exciting opportunity to bring our national laboratories together and create lasting benefits for our organisations and the wider community. I look forward to working with colleagues across the NLA to build on this momentum, identify new opportunities and demonstrate our shared values and purpose.”

Former NLA Chair Alan Brewin said: “It has been a privilege to chair the National Laboratories Alliance over the past four years and to work with exceptional colleagues from across our member organisations.

“I am delighted to hand over to Rob Lock, AWE’s Chief Scientist. Rob brings considerable experience, expertise and technical leadership, alongside a real commitment to the Alliance. I am confident that under his leadership the NLA will continue to strengthen partnerships, bring fresh perspectives and maximise its impact for our organisations and the wider community.”