Transport for London, along with Crossrail Ltd, have announced Mark Wild will join Crossrail Ltd as Chief Executive from Monday 19 November 2018.

With the focus turning to testing, Mark Wild will lead the project through the final stages, including testing of running and operations and the opening of the central station.

Mark Wild joins Crossrail Ltd from London Underground, where he has served as Managing Director since June 2016. He will return to his role at London Underground once the Elizabeth line has opened through central London.

While Mark Wild is at Crossrail Ltd, London Underground Director of Network Operations Nigel Holness will step up to the role of Managing Director.

What did the officials say?

Mike Brown MVO, London’s Transport Commissioner, said:

“The Elizabeth line is the single most significant addition to London’s transport infrastructure in a generation. It is absolutely vital that Crossrail Ltd completes the job of delivering it safely and reliably for London. Mark’s extensive knowledge and experience of delivering major signalling and systems integration projects will be vital for the final stages of the project.”

Simon Wright, Crossrail Chief Executive said:

“Everyone involved in the project is fully focused on ensuring the Elizabeth line is completed as quickly as possible. With the construction phase due to come to an end later this year, the major focus for Crossrail will be the integration of the complex railway systems and the start of full-time testing.”

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