21 Nov 2014

Siemens Rail Automation Appoints New Director Delivery

Siemens Rail Automation UK has announced that Rob Morris is to take the position of Director Delivery with effect from 1 January 2015.

Chippenham, UK, 2014-Nov-21

Rob Morris

Rob will be joining the company from Balfour Beatty where he was most recently Managing Director and Director of Strategic Development of Major Projects for its power business, which incorporated power systems, engineering construction, energy and waste, and nuclear.

Commenting on the appointment, Siemens Managing Director, Paul Copeland said: “I’m delighted to be welcoming Rob to our executive team. He brings a wealth of major project experience gained both internationally and within the UK, including the civil engineering business operations on the West Coast Mainline Overhead Line Electrification and Watford to Bletchley Alliance projects with Network Rail.

“Although it has taken some time to fill this crucial position, it was important to find the right person for the role. With Rob’s delivery, strategic, relationship management, contractual and technical experience, together with his unwavering commitment to safety, he has the perfect range of skills to head up our delivery organisation.”

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