The Chartered Institute of Logistics and Transport has appointed former TfL managing director Leon Daniels OBE as its new president for 2023.

Leon Daniels started a one-year presidency of CILT(UK) on 1 January 2023

Daniels is an experienced transport professional who brings a strong record in delivery and performance at the highest level of private and public sector organisations. He has been a vice president of the organisation for three years and has worked in public transportation in the UK, Hong Kong and the USA.

His background includes seven years as managing director, 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 credited with delivering 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.

Leon Daniels 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.”

Sharon Kindleysides, chief executive at the trade body, welcomed Daniels’ appointment, adding: “His experience and expertise across a broad range of countries, companies and transport disciplines means the Institute is set to benefit from his leadership, knowledge and skills. I am personally looking forward to working with him closely as we continue to grow in 2023 and beyond and support the profession in developing the Future Capabilities it needs.

Daniels succeeds Steve Gooding who spent two years as the organisation’s president.

Sharon Kindleysides continued: “Steve has played a crucial role in the development of the Institute through the challenges of the past two years, and we look forward to continuing to benefit from his support in driving the Institute forward in his continued role as vice president.”