Weir Group names Andrew Neilson as next chief executive
The Weir Group has appointed Andrew Neilson as its next Chief Executive Officer, effective August 1, 2026, succeeding Jon Stanton who is stepping down after 10 years as CEO. Neilson, currently President of the Minerals Division, will join the Board of Directors and serve as CEO Designate ahead of assuming full leadership responsibilities. Stanton will remain with the company as an advisor until April 30, 2027, supporting the transition.
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LONDON - The Weir Group PLC (LSE:WEIR) announced Wednesday that Andrew Neilson will succeed Jon Stanton as Chief Executive Officer effective August 1, 2026, according to a press release statement. Neilson, who joined Weir in 2010, currently serves as President of the company’s Minerals Division. He will be elected to the Board of Directors today following the Annual General Meeting and will assume the role of CEO Designate before taking full responsibilities on August 1. Stanton, who has served as CEO for 10 years and spent 16 years with the company, will step down on August 1. He joined Weir as Chief Financial Officer in 2010 before being appointed CEO in 2016.
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