Babcock International CEO David Lockwood to Retire, Successor Harry Holt Appointed
David Lockwood, CEO of Babcock International Group PLC, will retire by the end of 2026, with Harry Holt, currently leading the Nuclear sector, appointed as his successor. Holt, who has driven significant revenue growth in his division, will join the Board as Deputy CEO in June before officially taking over. During Lockwood's tenure, Babcock saw a rise in share value and is advancing major projects, including a £4 billion maritime capability initiative in Indonesia.
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David Lockwood, Group Chief Executive of Babcock International Group PLC, will retire by the end of 2026. Harry Holt, currently CEO of Babcock's Nuclear sector, has been appointed as his successor. Holt has overseen a 54% revenue increase in the Nuclear sector from FY23 to FY25, achieving 9% margins.
He will join the Board as Deputy CEO in June before officially succeeding Lockwood. Lockwood will receive his salary, pension, and benefits for 12 months post-retirement and remains eligible for performance bonuses.
Babcock reported a significant increase in share value during Lockwood's tenure, attributed to strategic transformations and heightened defense spending due to global tensions. The company is also progressing with a £4 billion maritime capability project in Indonesia and continues to support the US Virginia Class submarine program.
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