GRAHAM Eccles is due to replace Chris Green as a non-executive director at Network Rail in July. Mr Eccles (upper picture), who has 45 years of experience in the railway industry, is one of two new appointments which will depend on the agreement of members at Network Rail's Annual General Meeting.
The other new director is the chief executive of the Olympic Delivery Authority, David Higgins. Former Network Rail chief executive John Armitt joined the ODA as its chairman in 2007.
Network Rail chairman Rick Haythornthwaite said: “Strengthening and enhancing the board has been one of my priorities since joining the company. David and Graham bring a host of skills, experience and expertise with them that will be of great value to the company as it faces the challenges of the next five years and beyond."
Commenting on the departure of Chris Green, Mr Haythornthwaite added: "Chris has been an invaluable member of the board. His knowledge and experience of the railways have served the company well and I wish him all the best for the future."
