Forward from Annette Shipley CEO , CIRO
In 2023 , the Chartered Institution of Railway Operators ( CIRO ) Fellow group actively engaged in a research initiative with an aim to assess the current state of railway operations and the wider industry .
As everyone has a unique take on rail as a system , this research was conducted to collect and combine the views of CIRO Fellows , in relation to the significant factors affecting the rail system . It is my option that this document will serve as a valuable resource , providing key insights , acting as catalyst for meaningful dialogue , to promote further exploration and potentially lead to transformative action .
I would like to thank everyone who took part as a contributor to this body of knowledge , and I am confident that readers will find this research enlightening and thought-provoking .
Annette Shipley CEO , CIRO
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