Rail First appoints Megan Bedingfield as Chief Commercial Officer

Rail First appoints Megan Bedingfield as Chief Commercial Officer

Rail First today announced the appointment of Megan Bedingfield as Chief Commercial Officer, strengthening the company’s executive leadership team as it enters its next phase of growth and commercial development.

Megan brings 30+ years of senior commercial and strategic leadership experience across logistics, port, rail and freight markets in Australia and Asia-Pacific at organisations including DP World, Pacific National and NSW Ports. Megan has a proven track record of developing and executing growth strategies, building high-performing commercial teams and creating lasting value through strong customer and strategic partnerships.

As Chief Commercial Officer, Megan will lead Rail First’s commercial strategy, strategic partnerships and oversee business development. Megan will be joining Rail First in November, following Vic Regina’s decision to leave the business.

Commenting on the appointment, Beata Lipman, CEO of Rail First, said: “We are delighted to welcome Megan to Rail First at an important stage in our growth. Megan is an exceptional commercial leader with the strategic perspective, commercial acumen and proven track record to help us realise the significant opportunities ahead.

“I would like to thank Vic for his contribution to Rail First over the past two and a half years, including his role in building our commercial function and strengthening our customer and market focus. I wish him every success for the future.”

Megan said:
“I am excited to join Rail First and to work with the team at such an important time in the
company’s development.

“Rail First has a strong market position and a compelling proposition, and I look forward to
working with our customers, partners and people to build on that foundation, accelerate
commercial momentum and deliver sustainable, long-term growth.”

About Rail First

Rail First is a leading provider of rail freight solutions, supporting customers with reliable
rollingstock, maintenance and operational capability across key freight networks. The
company works closely with customers and industry partners to deliver safe, efficient and
flexible rail solutions that support supply chains and long-term growth. Rail First is the largest
lessor of rail freight rolling stock in Australia, and the only domestic manufacturer of 40-foot
and 48-foot intermodal wagons used for hauling containers in Australia.