• Swindon & Wiltshire Appointments
• Thursday January 15 2026

Siemens Mobility appoints new joint UK CEO

Chippenham-based engineering giant Siemens Mobility has appointed Aglaja Schneider as its new joint managing director and CEO for rolling stock and customer services.

She replaces Sambit Banerjee, who has retired after 30 years with the company, and will join Rob Morris, joint UK CEO, and Marko Feulner, CFO, in the company’s mission to transform rail travel and transport across the country.

Michael Peter, CEO and managing director of Siemens Mobility, said: “Aglaja’s appointment comes at a pivotal moment for the UK and Irish rail industries, as we look to deliver Britain’s first battery bi-mode trains from Goole, digitalise signalling from Chippenham, and train the next generation of rail engineers in Northampton.

“The UK and Ireland are amongst our key markets, and with Aglaja, Rob’s and Marko’s leadership, alongside our innovative and sustainable rail portfolio, I am confident we are well positioned to transform rail travel and transport in the UK and Ireland.”

Aglaja has extensive leadership experience within Siemens Mobility, most recently serving as project director for the Piccadilly line and head of the London Deep Tube Upgrade Programme.

“I am excited to take on the role of Joint CEO at a time when the UK rail industry is entering a transformative phase, with rail reform accelerating and Great British Railways bringing track and train closer together to improve passenger journeys,” said Aglaja.

“This is a moment that calls for bold thinking and strong collaboration. I will continue to work with our partners and customers as we strive to transform rail travel and transport for everyone.”

The company is investing £100 million in its new Rail Technology Centre in Chippenham, which is set to open later this year.