Ian James Allison

An enthusiastic, dynamic, and experienced professional with expertise in health, safety, technical, commercial, and staff-related processes within the global railway industry. Adept at managing complex projects, driving change, and leading teams across international railway infrastructures including Australia, Egypt, Germany, Portugal, South Africa, and Switzerland. Strong background in digital signalling and telecommunications solutions.

• Business Development Manager at Rainford Solutions Ltd, Rainford, Merseyside (2024–2026)
• Business Development Director at Park Signalling Ltd, Houldsworth Mill, Stockport, Cheshire (2017–2023)
• Senior Engineering Manager at Atkins, Transportation, RTC Business Park, Derby, Derbyshire (2014–2017)
• Project Engineering Manager at Signalling Solutions Ltd, Derby, Derbyshire (2012–2014)
• Managing Director (Interim) at Centregreat Rail Ltd, Newport, South Wales (2011–2012)
• General Manager, Signalling & Telecommunications Division/Head of Operations at Colas Rail Ltd, Wimbledon, London (2009–2011)
• Director, Signalling & Telecommunications/Infrastructure Projects Division at Track Safe Telecom Ltd, Newport, South Wales (2007–2009)
• Signalling Site Manager, Victoria Line Upgrade on Transport for London Infrastructure at Bombardier Transportation, Euston, London (2005–2007)

• Professional memberships include Fellow of the Institution of Railway Signal Engineers (IRSE), Fellow of the Institution of Engineering & Technology, Fellow of the Chartered Management Institute, and Fellow of the Railway Engineering Institution.
• Editor of IRSE NEWS for 13.5 years; appointed Trustee/Director of IRSE and Chair of various IRSE Global Committees.
• Winner of IRSE Merit Award (2012).