Richard Mann

Richard is Rail Strategy Lead at Midlands Connect, responsible for development of the Midlands Engine Rail programme, and making the case for investment to help transform the Midlands economy. He previously led the development of the Strategic Outline Business Case for the £2bn Midlands Rail Hub, which plans to deliver faster services between key economic centres, and improve links into HS2. MRH is now funded for its next stage of development, and has achieved formal recognition as a government major project. Richard’s background is in railway analysis and contracting, including many years working for train operators in the Midlands.