Two new members have joined the board of directors at the Industrial Solutions Hub (iSH) in Cleator Moor.

The new directors, Paul Fletcher and Gary Dixon, bring extensive experience in the nuclear sector and the regional supply chain.

Mr Fletcher, group director at Amentum NDA Solutions, has 40 years of experience in the nuclear industry.

Paul Fletcher (Image: Supplied) He has held senior positions at Amentum, including technical director specialising in industrial automation.

Mr Fletcher replaces Andy White, vice president and general manager of energy security and technology international at Jacobs, on the iSH board.

He said: "I was delighted to be invited to join the iSH board of directors and very pleased to accept.

"iSH is an important development and concept for the community and its included businesses.

Gary Dixon (Image: Supplied) "I hope I can contribute to its continued growth and success."

Mr Dixon, a chartered engineer and fellow of the Institution of Engineering and Technology (IET), brings 31 years of experience in the nuclear industry.

He is currently serving as head of asset management for Sellafield Ltd.

He said: "I am honoured to join the iSH board and look forward to collaborating with such a talented group of people.

"Together, we will work to drive innovation, foster growth and make a meaningful impact on the future of our local community."

The iSH aims to harness the skills, expertise, and talent present throughout West Cumbria, within Sellafield Ltd and the thriving supply chain across the area, to create a pioneering problem-solving environment in robotics, AI, advanced engineering, and manufacturing on both the national and international stage.

Darren Crossley, chair of the board at iSH and director of Place, Sustainable Growth and Transport at Cumberland Council, said: "We have been very fortunate to attract extremely skilled and experienced directors to our board from the start – people who are helping the organisation to make a significant impact on its work to secure lasting benefits for the region.

"We look forward to working with Paul and Gary as we establish regional industrial clusters to showcase the unique capabilities of our people, communities and businesses to the world.”