Thameslink lead to head First Capital Connect

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David Statham has been appointed as managing director of First Capital Connect having played a leading role in the early stages of the Thameslink Programme.

Mr Statham will take over from Neal Lawson, who is leaving to join Network Rail, on May 24.

David led the development of FirstGroup’s strategy for the expanded Thameslink, Southern and Great Northern franchise, which resulted in the Group being one of the shortlisted bidders for the current competition.

David Statham said: “I look forward to leading the team at First Capital Connect as we continue to improve the service we offer our customers and deliver considerable further infrastructure and capacity increases for our passengers, partners and stakeholders.

“I am determined to focus on improving customer satisfaction, which is at the heart of all our business decisions, by delivering solid performance, a clean train environment and the best possible response and information during times of disruption.”

“I am delighted to welcome David to his new role. He will lead the First Capital Connect team at a crucial time as the return to rail franchising gathers pace and we move ahead with the next stage of the Thameslink Programme,” added Vernon Barker, FirstGroup’s UK Rail managing director.

“I would also like to thank Neal for the significant contribution he has made to our business. He leaves First Capital Connect in great shape for the next phase of the franchise, and we wish him all the best for the future.”

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