The Chartered Institute of Logistics and Transport in the UK – CILT(UK) – has announced the appointment of Leon Daniels OBE FCILT as its president for 2023.

Leon Daniels is an experienced transport professional with an exceptional record in delivery and performance at the highest level of private and public sector organisations. He has been a vice-president of CILT(UK) for three years and has worked in public transportation in the UK, Hong Kong and the USA.

Notably, Leon served as managing director of Surface Transport at Transport for London (TfL) for seven years, during which he oversaw the delivery of the transport for the London 2012 Olympic Games as well as a major capital investment programme, which delivered significant improvements to the London transport system. He retired from TfL in 2017 and now advises global governments and organisations in the fields of artificial intelligence, public affairs and technology.

Commenting on his appointment Leon said, “It’s such a fantastic honour to be named as president of CILT(UK) for 2023. As a member of CILT for nearly 30 years, I recognise the importance of an active professional community for those working in the disciplines of logistics and transport and it is a huge privilege to serve as its president. As a professional body, we have a responsibility to develop our profession and our members, and I look forward to working with the Board of Directors and vice-presidents to promote CILT and support members in their career aspirations.”

Leon’s one-year presidency began on 1 January, 2023.

Photo: CILT(UK) president for 2023, Leon Daniels OBE.