French cabling specialist Nexans has appointed Julien Hueber as its new chief executive officer (CEO) and parted ways with Christopher Guérin, effective immediately.

The company stated that a comprehensive process was conducted to identify a successor for the CEO role, in line with Nexan’s succession plan.

A committee picked Julien Hueber, the executive managing director of Nexan’s PWR Grid & Connect segment for the European sector. Hueber, who has been a member of the company’s executive committee since 2018, joined Nexans in 2002.

“Over the past 23 years, Julien has demonstrated exceptional leadership and a profound understanding of Nexans’ business, operating model, and culture. I have complete confidence in his ability to lead Nexans in this new phase of focused acceleration, in line with the goals announced during the last capital markets day,” said Jean Mouton, Nexan’s chairman.

The company’s board determined that Hueber’s extensive knowledge of Nexans and recognised leadership made him a perfect candidate for the role.

Christopher Guérin will be available to Hueber until October 31, 2025. He has been the CEO of Nexans for the past seven years.

“I would like to warmly thank Christopher for his remarkable commitment and his essential contribution to the transformation of Nexans. We wish him every success in his future endeavours,” added Mouton.