Sydney Metro CEO exits at crucial time for city’s train mega-projects
Peter Regan has stepped down as CEO of Sydney Metro after five years, leaving the government to find a replacement during a critical phase of the city's train projects. His departure comes as the agency is overseeing significant infrastructure developments, including the $30 billion M1 line. Hugh Lawson has been appointed as the acting CEO while the recruitment process for a permanent replacement begins.
- ▪Peter Regan's last day as CEO was Thursday, and he is moving to a private sector job.
- ▪Hugh Lawson, previously project director for the M1 metro line, has been named acting CEO.
- ▪Regan oversaw the completion of the city section of the M1 line, which opened nearly two years ago.
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