Didier Wiot

Didier Wiot is the Chief Executive Officer of Elia Grid International (EGI). With over two decades of leadership in the power transmission and distribution industry, Didier brings deep expertise in power system engineering, asset management, strategic advisory, and the development of innovative transmission infrastructure, including long-distance multi-terminal HVDC and offshore grids. 

Throughout his career, he has held diverse technical and managerial roles — from Subject Matter Expert to Senior Manager — with leading energy companies such as Siemens, Electrabel, and Elia. His international experience spans Europe, the Middle East, and Asia, where he has collaborated with global partners to forge strategic alliances and drive sustainable growth initiatives across markets. 

Before joining EGI, Didier served as Head of Technical Governance & Expertise at Elia System Operator (the Belgian TSO and part of the Elia Group). In this role, he led the lifecycle management of transmission assets and oversaw the development of key national infrastructure projects. 

Didier holds a Master of Science in Electrical Engineering and an Executive Master in General Management and Business Administration. He is an active member of the IEEE and CIGRE communities and serves on several advisory boards within the energy sector.