Ministerial Statement: New Queensland Rail chair appointed

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Minister for Transport and Main Roads
The Honourable Scott Emerson
12/07/2012

New Queensland Rail chair appointed

One of Australia's most experience rail executives Glen Dawe has been appointed as Chair of Queensland Rail.

Minister for Transport and Main Roads Scott Emerson said Mr Dawe's appointment, approved by Governor in Council this morning, was part Newman Government's drive to deliver improved rail services across the state.

"Mr Dawe brings significant experience as a rail operator to this role," Mr Emerson said.

"I look forward to working with him to implement the Government's vision to return to delivering a reliable, customer focused train services for passengers and regional customers."

Glen Dawe Bio

Mr Dawe holds tertiary qualifications in economics. He has extensive experience in the Australian rail industry, most recently his roles included being National Manager Rail Transport, Manildra Group and General Manager for Rail Infrastructure Corporation of NSW. Mr Dawe has also held a number of positions in the former QR Limited business including Group General Manager (GGM) for Coal and Mainline Freight, GGM Metropolitan and Regional Services, and GGM for Citytrain.

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