Succession: John Smith prepares to step back

GBRf looks inward to leadership transition

John Smith CEO of GB Railfreight pictured at his desk
John Smith, the CEO of GB Railfreight, could be succeeded from within the business. Image: © GB Railfreight

GB Railfreight (GBRf) has formally launched the process to appoint a successor to CEO John Smith, following his announcement that he will step back after 25 years at the helm. The company, and shareholder Infracapital, have confirmed that a structured recruitment is underway. Smith will remain in post during a managed handover period.

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Author: Simon Walton

Simon Walton is RailFreight's UK correspondent.

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