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Babcock Rail

Corporate Member

Overview

babcock

Babcock is a leading provider of critical, complex engineering services which support national defence, save lives and protect communities. They focus on three highly regulated markets – defence, emergency services and civil nuclear – delivering vital services and managing complex assets in the UK and internationally. They are a trusted partner who understands the key roles that their technology, expertise, infrastructure and assets play in ensuring their customers can deliver.

David Lockwood

Meet the CEO

David Lockwood

David was appointed CEO of Babcock in 2020. Previously, he was CEO of Cobham plc (2016 – 2020) and prior to that he was CEO of Laird PLC (2012 – 2016). His career includes senior management roles at BT Global Services, BAE Systems and Thales Corporation. David brings wide-ranging knowledge of the defence and aviation markets, plus a wealth of experience in both technology and innovation. He has a Degree in Mathematics, is a chartered accountant, a Fellow of the Royal Aeronautical Society and the Royal Society of Arts and Commerce. He received an OBE for services to industry in Scotland in 2011.

Values & Culture

Sustainable business.

Want to connect
with Babcock?

As a RailEI Corporate Member, Babcock are greatly involved in many of the activities we deliver to our Members and the wider Industry. Our Members get the opportunity to meet and engage with Babcock’s professionals and leaders at most of our Technical Seminars, as well as many of our Training Courses, Section Meetings, Talks, Workshops and other technical events.

Projects

Discover the latest projects, activities, impacts and all the incredible work that goes on through their project pages.

People

Read about the Senior Leadership Team and the key professionals behind this thriving organisation.

Careers

Find out what career opportunities are currently available and access details on how to apply today.

Community

Visit their community and corporate responsibility pages to learn about how they’re working to make a difference.

Sustainability

Find out about their commitment to working sustainably through their strategy, planning and operational delivery.