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John Pettigrew

b. 1968

CEO of the UK's National Grid

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About John Pettigrew

Born 1968. John Pettigrew is a British national Grid plc.

John Mark Pettigrew (born October 1968) is a British businessman, and the former CEO of National Grid plc.

Early life John Mark Pettigrew was born in October 1968 in Pontypridd, Wales. His father was John Pettigrew and his mother, Patricia. where he earned a bachelor of science in economics and a master's degree in international economics and banking. He joined the board in April 2014.

In November 2015, it was announced that Steve Holliday, the CEO for ten years, would leave in March 2016, and that Pettigrew, its UK executive director who joined National Grid in 1991, would succeed him. Pettigrew stepped down as CEO in November 2025.

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Important facts

Born
1968, Pontypridd
Birth century
Occupation
National Grid plc
Nationality
Education
Cardiff University
Also known as
John Mark Pettigrew, John Pettigrew FEI FIET

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Frequently asked questions

Who is John Pettigrew?

CEO of the UK's National Grid

When was John Pettigrew born?

John Pettigrew was born in 1968 in Pontypridd.

What is John Pettigrew's occupation?

John Pettigrew is a national Grid plc.

What nationality is John Pettigrew?

John Pettigrew is British.

Sources & further reading

· Wikipedia: John Pettigrew

· Wikidata: Q22007406

· DBpedia: John Pettigrew (businessman)

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