New ownership, a new and diverse executive team, new leasing offerings for customers, and investment in new local manufacturing is the start of a new era for Australia’s leading providers of rollingstock solutions for the rail freight sector. Read the full article in RailExpress
New Era in Rollingstock Solutions forAustralian Rail Freight
Rail First is ushering in a new era of rolling stock solutions for Australian rail freight, with a strong focus on innovation, sustainability, and customer flexibility. Backed by a $100 million investment in energy-efficient locomotives, the company is introducing Australian-made UGL CF44 freight locomotives, featuring one of the most fuel-efficient engines on the market to […]
Rail First announces appointment of Robert Tatton-Jones as Chief Operating Officer
Rail First Asset Management is pleased to announce the appointment of Robert Tatton-Jones as Chief Operating Officer, effective Monday, 10 February 2025. Robert succeeds Peter Lanyi who will transition into a new role leading strategic improvements within the company reporting to the CEO. Robert is a highly experienced and well-respected operations leader with more than […]
250th AUSTRALIAN MADE RAIL WAGON
Australia’s rail industry is celebrating a significant achievement as Rail First, a leading rollingstock manufacturer marks the production of its 250th wagon since 2021 at its Islingtonfacility. The milestone underscores the ongoing growth and expansion of the rail transport sectorand will help to grow more freight on rail. All Rail First wagons are manufactured within […]
Rail First announces appointment of Kate Reddaway as People Director
Rail First is pleased to announce the appointment of Kate Reddaway as People Director. Kate is a highly experienced and well respected people leader with human resources expertise in a range of industries including commercial construction and local government. Kate’s most recent position was as the Head of People Operations for Richard Crookes Constructions, one […]
Rail First appoints Janeen Dibley as Chief Financial Officer
Rail First Asset Management is pleased to announce the appointment of Janeen Dibley as Chief Financial Officer.
CCO Appointment – Vic Regina
Rail First appoints Vic Regina as CCO Rail First Asset Management, Australia’s leading provider of rollingstock solutions for the rail industry, is pleased to announce the appointment of Vic Regina as its new Chief Commercial Officer. Mr Regina is a talented and senior freight, logistics, and transport executive, with more than 30 years of industry […]
CEO Appointment – Beata Lipman
Rail First appoints Beata Lipman as CEO Rail First Asset Management, Australia’s leading provider of rollingstock solutions for the rail industry, has appointed Beata Lipman as Chief Executive Officer, effective 7 December 2023, following a three-month executive search. Ms Lipman joined Rail First in July 2023 as Chief Commercial and Strategy Officer, tasked with developing […]
Rail First on track with $150m pipeline
Rail First on track with $150m pipeline Great article in @The Australian on Rail First’s growing manufacturing capabilities. Our local production in Adelaide is ramping up, fueled by new ownership and a $150m investment pipeline that will drive innovation and excellence in wagon manufacturing and leasing. We’ve already manufactured 200 wagons at Islington and have […]
Beata Lipman to lead commercial strategy at Rail First
Beata Lipman to lead commercial strategy at Rail First Rail First Asset Management has bolstered its executive team, appointing highly credentialled Beata Lipman to the newly created role of Chief Commercial and Strategy Officer. Ms Lipman brings more than 18 years’ commercial and operational experience to Rail First, including almost a decade in leadership positions […]