Dstl bids farewell to its current chief executive
Published By GOV.UK [English], Thu, Apr 8, 2021 2:02 AM
After three years leading the Defence Science and Technology Laboratory (Dstl), its Chief Executive Gary Aitkenhead is taking on a new role with a global technology company.
During his time at Dstl, Gary has overseen the organisation’s response to the Novichok incident, its support to combat COVID, and its wider work to deliver the v science inside defence and security.
Dstl’s Chief Operating Officer Doug Umbers is stepping into the Chief Executive role while a successor is sought. Doug said:
“Gary has led and overseen a number of high-profile activities during his time at Dstl, and we wish him well in his next venture. I am looking forward to leading Dstl’s world-class experts to deliver cutting-edge science and technology.
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