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Darren Caplan

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Chief Executive at Railway Industry Association
📍 London, England, United Kingdom

Darren Caplan is a trade association leader with over 25 years of experience, currently serving as Chief Executive of the Railway Industry Association (RIA). He champions the UK rail supply sector through impactful lobbying and a focus on growth. Since he joined in 2017, RIA has won over ten industry awards.

He has a significant background in public affairs and politics, having previously worked for communications agencies and political figures. His career has consistently involved representing major UK infrastructure sectors, including a prior role as Chief Executive of the Airport Operators Association.

He stood as a parliamentary candidate for the Conservative Party in the 2010 UK general election.

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Experience
15 Years
Current Role
Chief Executive
Location
London, England, United Kingdom
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Priorities

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Rail Sector Growth
Actively promotes a positive outlook for the UK rail industry, advocating for investment and policies that support the growth of the entire supply chain.
Transport Innovation
Expresses a strong interest in integrating new technology like AI and robotics into the rail sector and encourages learning from other industries like aviation and tech.
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Career

Work history

1-2017
Chief Executive
Railway Industry Association
1-2011 - 1-2017
Chief Executive
Airport Operators Association
Director of Public Affairs
Brands2Life
Head of London Office
Morgan Allen Moore
Account Director
PPS (LOCAL & REGIONAL) LIMITED
In the press

Media appearances

Railway Industry Association chief executive warns reforms must not delay projects. Featured in New Civil Engineer
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Darren Caplan – Introduction to The Railway Industry Association (Summer Edition 2023). Featured in Rail Industry Magazine (Issuu)
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Education
1993 - 1997
Bachelor's Degree
UK
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