The National Infrastructure and Service Transformation Authority (NISTA) has announced the appointment of Becky Wood as its new Chief Executive Officer.
Last October, Chief Secretary to the Treasury Darren Jones announced plans to create a new National Infrastructure and Service Transformation Authority (NISTA), bringing together the former Infrastructure and Projects Authority (IPA) and National Infrastructure Commission (NIC).
Formally launched at the beginning of this month, NISTA will look to fix the foundations of our infrastructure system by bringing strategy and delivery under one roof, addressing the systemic delivery challenges that have stunted growth for decades.
Supporting delivery of our roads, railways, schools and hospitals, it will help overcome the barriers to delivery of UK infrastructure, as well as provide expertise on private finance and implementing the 10-year infrastructure strategy.
With extensive experience in infrastructure leadership, particularly in the UK transport and international sectors, Becky will bring significant expertise, skills and knowledge to the role.
Darren Jones, Chief Secretary to the Treasury said: “I am delighted that Becky is going to lead NISTA as the new CEO, she brings a wealth of experience from the public and private sector overseeing some of the biggest transport projects around the world in the past decade. Her appointment is an important milestone for NISTA’s work in getting a grip on infrastructure delivery, powering growth across the country and delivering on our Plan for Change.”
Sir John Armitt, Chair of the NISTA Council of Expert Advisors said: “I am pleased to welcome Becky on board to lead NISTA. We are at a critical moment for transforming how we plan and deliver the nation’s infrastructure, and Becky’s leadership will be vital for building an effective and credible institution that can do just that. I look forward to working closely with her in the coming months.”
Becky Wood, NISTA Chief Executive Officer said: “It is an honour to be appointed to a role that has so much potential to make a vital difference to the everyday lives of people across the UK, ensuring robust delivery of infrastructure and enabling growth. I am very much looking forward to joining the team in June.”
Becky will formally take up her role as CEO in June 2025.
