THE FEDERAL government has appointed Michael Hopkins as the new chief executive of the National Transport Commission for a five-year term.
Federal, state and territory governments established the NTC to develop national reforms to improve the productivity, safety and environmental performance of road, rail and intermodal transport.
Mr Hopkins has previously served in a number of senior executive roles for the Victorian government and the NTC.
Federal minister for infrastructure, transport, regional development and local government Catherine King said Mr Hopkins’ appointment would provide strong leadership for the NTC and enhance its capacity to address the challenges facing the transport sector.
“I welcome Mr Hopkins to the role and look forward to continuing to work with the NTC as we drive a safer, greener and more productive transport sector,” she said.
“I also thank Dimi Rigas for her service as the acting Chief Executive.”
NTC chair Carolyn Walsh said: “The NTC are thrilled to have Mr Hopkins on deck as we continue to work on advancing social and economic outcomes for all Australians by supporting an efficient, integrated and national land transport system.”
