Alstom UK & Ireland has announced two significant leadership appointments aimed at driving innovation and sustainability. Rob Whyte will take on the role of Managing Director, while Andy Butters will lead the Rolling Stock division. This was reported by the railway transport news portal Railway Supply.

Alstom UK & Ireland has announced two significant leadership appointments aimed at driving innovation and sustainability
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Rob Whyte Appointed Managing Director of Alstom UK & Ireland

Rob Whyte, with over 30 years of experience at Alstom, is stepping into his new role as Managing Director of Alstom UK & Ireland. Whyte’s career began as an apprentice in Alstom’s Transmission and Distribution division while earning his engineering degree at the University of Bath.

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Whyte’s journey includes leading significant projects like servicing the Class 390 Pendolino fleet and successful bids for Nottingham Express Transit and Crossrail. In 2016, he became Managing Director Nordics, where he achieved substantial business growth.

“I am thrilled to lead Alstom UK & Ireland, continuing its legacy of delivering transformative, sustainable transport solutions,” Whyte said.

Alstom UK & Ireland Strengthens Rolling Stock Leadership with Andy Butters

Andy Butters has been appointed Managing Director of Rolling Stock and Components for Alstom UK & Ireland. He will oversee train production at the historic Litchurch Lane Works in Derby, the only UK facility that designs and builds trains for domestic and export markets.

“Leading Alstom’s rolling stock operations is an honor, especially during the 200th anniversary of the modern railway,” Butters noted.

Butters began his career with Alstom in 2008, working on the Turbostar fleet in Derby. After gaining international experience, he returned in 2019 to lead the Aventra Class 730 fleet project.

A Historic and Sustainable Future for Alstom in the UK

The Litchurch Lane Works, established in 1876, symbolizes Britain’s railway heritage and future innovation. Alstom remains committed to designing and manufacturing sustainable transport solutions in the UK and beyond.

Rob Whyte and Andy Butters will officially begin their roles in February, marking a new chapter for Alstom UK & Ireland. Both leaders aim to drive growth, innovation, and sustainability across the region’s rail industry.

Source: railuk.com

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