Written by: William C. Vantuono, Editor-in-Chief RailWorks Corp. has appointed John Brohm, a 30-year veteran of the transit and rail supply industry, as Executive Vice president with responsibility for the Ontario operations of PNR RailWorks Inc., its Canadian subsidiary. Brohm, who previously served as President and CEO of Thales Transport & Security, based in Pittsburgh, Pa., and held prior leadership positions with Alcatel Transport Automation (U.S.), Inc., will lead PNR RailWorks’ track, signals and communications and major projects operations throughout the province of Ontario in Eastern Canada. His appointment comes at a time of record-setting investment in rail transit infrastructure across Ontario. “John is a native of Ontario and is thrilled to working in the area he calls home,” said RailWorks Corp. President and CEO Kevin Riddett. “He has invaluable experience and expertise that directly apply to emerging market opportunities in Ontario. John and his team will focus on meeting the needs of PNR RailWorks’ growing customer base while also seeking to participate in the unprecedented transit expansion throughout Ontario.” Founded in 1998, RailWorks provides track and transit systems construction and maintenance services throughout North America. Continue reading...
