The CSIRO has announced the appointment of a new Board Chair after Kathryn Fagg AO stepped down due to personal reasons.
One of Australia’s most experienced company directors, Fagg was first appointed to the CSIRO Board in 2018 and was appointed Chair in late 2021. CSIRO thanks Ms Fagg for her leadership and contribution to the organisation over the last seven years.
The Minister has announced Ming Long AM will be the next Chair of the CSIRO Board.
“I am honoured to be appointed Chair and acknowledge Kathryn Fagg’s significant leadership and legacy in positioning CSIRO for the future,” said Long.
“I look forward to supporting CSIRO’s independent science and research excellence, in collaborating and transforming national challenges and priorities into opportunities for Australia.”
Long has served as Deputy Chair since May 2024 and has extensive governance experience across financial services, real estate, infrastructure and telecommunications.
Vanessa Sullivan has also been appointed to the CSIRO Board. Ms Sullivan has 20 years of experience in the energy, water and sustainability sectors, with recent work in hydrogen industry development.
The appointments were announced by the Minister for Industry and Science, The Hon Ed Husic MP.
“I would like to extend my heartfelt thanks to Kathryn Fagg. CSIRO has benefitted from having such a pioneering woman in STEM at the helm and I wish her all the very best for the future. I welcome Ming Long as the new Chair – an accomplished executive who brings with her exceptional corporate governance insight,” he said.
“Vanessa Sullivan’s experience in the renewable energy and sustainability sectors makes her a welcome addition to the board.
“I know these appointments will help ensure the strong leadership and governance of CSIRO into the future.”