Johnson Matthey has announced the appointment of Andrew Cosslett CBE as non-executive chair of the board with effect from the conclusion of today’s AGM.

Upon joining the board, he will also become a member and chair of the nomination committee and member of the societal value committee.

Cosslett is an experienced chair and has held a number of senior executive and non-executive roles across a range of sectors, including consumer goods, hospitality and media.

Cosslett is chair of ITV plc and has been a director of ITV since June 2022. He previously served as chair of Kingfisher plc and the Rugby Football Union and is a former CEO of both InterContinental Hotels Group PLC and Fitness First.

Liam Condon, chief executive of Johnson Matthey, said: “I am delighted to welcome Andrew to Johnson Matthey as chair. He brings a wealth of experience and strategic perspectives with a clear focus on high performance, and I am confident he will provide strong leadership to the board and valuable support to the executive team as we deliver the next phase of our strategy.

“I would also like to thank Patrick for his leadership and guidance. His stewardship has played a key role in helping JM move forward with renewed energy and a clear direction.”