Network Rail has appointed seasoned communications leader Molly Neal as their new Group Communications Director. Starting in January, Molly will oversee the company's strategic communications and stakeholder engagement.
Molly brings a wealth of experience to Network Rail, having led global communications at National Grid for five years. She has also held senior roles at Land Securities Group and began her career as a journalist at the Wall Street Journal.
Recognised as one of the UK's most influential communications professionals, Molly is poised to make a significant impact at Network Rail.
Speaking on her appointment, Molly said: “I’m really looking forward to joining Network Rail at such a crucial time for the rail industry. There’s an incredible opportunity to bring track and train together under Great British Railways, and communications will have a critical role to play in delivering the significant transformation ahead.
“Rail plays such an important role in people’s lives and I’m excited to be joining an industry with such strong societal impact.”
Andrew Haines, Chief Executive for Network Rail, said: “Molly will be an excellent addition to our Executive Leadership Team. With a new government committed to reforming our sector, this is a time of transformational change and the strong communications leadership that Molly brings will be vital to our success moving forward.”
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