Transport operator Keolis Downer has appointed Leila Frances as interim CEO, effective from March 17.
Frances will be taking over from current CEO Julien Dehornoy, who has left his role at Keolis to join the UK’s Network Rail as deputy regional managing director.
Frances has been with the Keolis Group for over 15 years, leading key international projects and commercial development across various countries, including Australia.
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She also served as Chair of the Keolis Downer Board for five years until 2022 and is currently a non-executive board director in the UK’s transport sector.
Relocating to Melbourne, Frances will serve as interim CEO until a permanent successor is appointed.
“We are thrilled to welcome Leila back as interim CEO of Keolis Downer,” Keolis International CEO Laurence Broseta says.
“Her leadership and strategic insight will be invaluable to the company.
“Keolis Downer remains dedicated to expanding its presence in Australia, and Leila will play a crucial role in shaping the right strategy, partnerships, and organisational structure to drive this growth.
“I would also like to extend my gratitude to Julien for his outstanding leadership over the past five years; his contributions have had a lasting impact on our organisation, and we wish him all the best in his future endeavours.”
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