Hull Trains employee wins top award

Hull Trains have announced that one of its employees that was a part of the rolling out the £60 million Paragon fleet has been recognised as the best rail project manager within the country at the national award ceremony.

The 28th November 2019 saw the annual RailStaff Awards held at the Birmingham NEC. The awards recognised Richard's excellence and extraordinary achievements, Richard is the project engineer for Hull Trains and received project manager of the year.

Richard joined the smallest rail operator almost four years ago as part of a graduate scheme. There were fifteen finalists for project management and won the award for his commitment to support the rollout.

The RailStaff Awards has realised achievements industry employees since 2007.

The Paragon fleet is expected to be in passenger service by early 2020.

What did the officials say?

After receiving the award, he said:

“It means a lot to receive this award and I'm really grateful to have been given the opportunity to work on such a key project for Hull Trains.

“Managing this project gave me the opportunity to travel to Japan and Italy, as well as improving my understanding of design reviews, contract specifications and the train production and manufacturing process. I enjoyed learning about the train's design, refining the train interiors and working with Hitachi Rail and Angel Trains to bring the vision to life for our staff and customers.

“It was a compliment to be given such a big project but it's one I'm really pleased to have led. We will carry on working with Angel Trains and Hitachi Rail as we work to roll out all five trains into service by early 2020.”

Louise Cheeseman, managing director for Hull Trains also commented.

“Richard's skill and ability to problem solve and build relationships with suppliers and rail partners to introduce these five new trains into service is no mean feat for a small operator like us.

“I speak on behalf of the whole business when I say we are all incredibly proud of Richard's achievements and growth within the business. He has spent years managing the roll out of this brand-new fleet and this award is testament to the hard work and commitment that Richard has shown to bring the new bi-mode trains into service, which will shape the future of Hull Trains for years to come.”

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