09.07.2025 – Today, we announce that Dr. Nick Hawker, co-founder and former CEO of First Light Fusion, has stepped down and moved on from the company.
Nick’s vision, scientific leadership, and unwavering belief in the potential of inertial fusion were the driving forces behind First Light’s creation and success to date. From a bold concept developed during his time at the University of Oxford, Nick helped turn a pioneering idea into a globally recognised fusion energy company. Under his guidance, First Light achieved key technical milestones and established a unique approach to fusion, and target based power amplification remains at the heart of our strategy.
We are deeply grateful for Nick’s years of dedication, innovation, and leadership. He leaves behind a lasting legacy that has positioned First Light as a leader in the next era of energy.
As we look to the future, we remain fully committed to our mission: to deliver fusion energy as fast as possible. Building on the strong foundation Nick helped create, we will continue to push forward with determination, focused on turning breakthrough science into real-world impact.
We wish Nick all the best with the next chapter of his journey.