5. Keith Ludeman

Chief Executive, Go Ahead Group

Keith Ludeman

Keith Ludeman

Why is he on the list?

Go Ahead Group is responsible for 30% of all UK passenger rail journeys through its three rail franchises.

The group also operates 3,500 buses.

What kind of year has he had?

It’s been a good year. Ludeman and his team retained the Southern franchise and secured the sale of the majority of its troublesome aviation ground handling and cargo operations. Meanwhile, the group has expanded its bus interests by acquiring East Thames Buses and Plymouth Citybus. The low...