Marc Guigon is Consultant for international cooperation in the field of railways since April 2024 and founded the company MG Consult. He is the former Passenger Director and Coordinator for Middle East and Latin America at UIC (International Union of Railways) during12 years and was responsible for Passengers global activities, including development of High-Speed Rail, Railway Stations, Ticket Distribution, Regional and Commuter Train Services and Tourism in Trains. He was also deeply involved in Asia Pacific and Middle East railway development. Prior to joining UIC, Marc worked 7 years for the office of the French Prime Minister, responsible for French national policies of transport in the field of spatial planning including railways, roads, urban transport, airports, ports and waterways. Lastly, Marc has a solid background in Railway Activities having managed rolling stock workshops, research teams, and freight divisions at the National French Railways (SNCF).