n Australian Government-owned statutory entity, the ARTC manages one of the largest rail networks in the country. Stretching more than 8,500km, the network spans five states – Western Australia, South Australia, Victoria, New South Wales, and Queensland.
Also a government-owned corporation, National Intermodal is an independent developer of critical logistics infrastructure for the east coast of Australia.
The new board members are:
Ingilby Dickson – following roles at Sadleirs Transport Group, Ron Finemore Transport and the Australian Logistics Council, Dickson will provide the ARTC with expertise in freight, supply chain, rail and safety.
Janet Finlay – having held roles across multiple sectors as well as government – including as the deputy chancellor of Adelaide University, director of the SA Water Corporation and deputy chair of the State Planning Commission of South Australia – Finlay brings her experience as a chartered accountant to the ARTC board.
Michael Carter – with a strong construction background and experience in rail operations – including at Queensland Rail – Carter brings a strong understanding of large project management and his appointment to both the ARTC and National Intermodal boards will support continued collaboration between the two companies.
Jill Rossouw – the current chair of the High Speed Rail Authority, Rossouw brings to the ARTC experience in project finance, infrastructure investments and complex financial structuring.
Dr Marlene Kanga – brings extensive board director experience to the ARTC, previous appointments cover various government entities – including Endeavour Energy, the Sydney Water Corporation, Innovation Australia, and Airservices Australia.
Janice van Reyk – brings to National Intermodal significant board experience and understanding of intermodals through roles at NSW Ports, Port of Melbourne/Ports Victoria, and the Australian Naval Infrastructure.
Michael Byrne – an existing director of National Intermodal, Bryne has experience in the ports, logistics and supply chain sectors, as well as board roles with the CBH Group and Peel Ports UK.
Thanking the outgoing non-executive directors of both ARTC and National Intermodal for their service, Infrastructure Minister Catherine King said: “The appointments will provide the boards with important skills and ensure the long-term success of the organisations.”
Welcoming the new appointments, Finance Minister Katy Gallagher said she was confident they will be assets to both companies “in delivering on the government’s objectives of transforming Australia’s future supply chains”.
“This is a crucial time for ARTC and National Intermodal,” she added, “and having the right leadership teams in place will ensure their continued success long into the future.”
