Nexans, a global leader in electrification and sustainable energy solutions, has announced a major reorganization to support its next strategic cycle. Effective January 17, 2025, the restructuring positions the company to drive innovation and growth in the PWR-Grid and PWR-Connect markets under the leadership of an expanded Executive Committee.
Among the key appointments, Elyette Roux has been named Executive Vice President for the Power Grid market division, emphasizing Nexans’ commitment to high-value energy distribution markets such as renewables and data centers. Roux, who also serves as Managing Director of Nexans’ Accessories Business Unit, brings nearly 20 years of energy sector experience to this pivotal role.
A Vision for Sustainable Electrification
“Starting January 2025, I’m very proud to embark on a new career step in the electrification world as the new Executive Vice President for Power Grid market division at Nexans,” Roux said. “This step means a lot to me in terms of worldwide sustainable impact and value creation.”
Roux expressed her commitment to advancing Nexans’ 2025-2028 strategy, “Spark Electrification with Tech Solutions,” which aligns innovation with sustainable development. She emphasized the importance of fostering strong relationships with strategic customers and scaling innovation-driven solutions. Roux believes the Power Grid division will play a key role in shaping the future of energy distribution.
A Proven Track Record
Roux’s leadership of the Accessories Business Unit, a global operation spanning 90 countries, five manufacturing plants, and a technical engineering center in Europe, positions her to lead Nexans’ efforts in this new era of grids. Under her leadership, the Accessories Business Unit achieved global sales of approximately €1.2 billion in 2023.
“I’m grateful for the trust placed in me by our CEO Christopher Guérin, our teams, our customers, and partners, who give me the energy every day to pave the way towards an electrified sustainable future,” she said.
“Together, we’ll spark electrification and shape the future of energy.”
Positioning Nexans for the Future
Through this reorganization, Nexans aims to enhance its focus on customer experience and address the evolving needs of the energy sector. The Power Grid market division, under Roux’s leadership, is poised to become a cornerstone for the company’s profitable growth and innovation.
As Nexans enters its next phase of development, Roux’s leadership is set to play a critical role in sparking electrification and delivering sustainable energy solutions worldwide.
