Bombardier’s UK boss quits

The UK boss of Derby-based train manufacturer Bombardier has quit the role after just a year citing “personal reasons”.

Managing director and chairman of Bombardier Transportation Phil Hufton has left the company, to be replaced by Matt Byrne.

Matt Byrne has worked for Bombardier for the past 19 years. During his time at the company he has had a number of senior leadership positions. In 2016 he started leading Bombardier’s Global Services business. Robert Young, who is currently the Head of Operational Support at Global Services will replace him in that role.

Danny Di Perna, president, Bombardier Transportation, said: “Matt Byrne is ideally positioned to lead our business in the UK Region, one of our largest and most important markets. Matt has been leading our Global Services business for almost three years through a phase of strong profitable growth and has a deep understanding of customer needs and the UK market.

“I want to thank Phil for his strong leadership and commitment during an important time for the UK business, and for his many years of service to Bombardier and its predecessor companies.”