'New era in station retailing,' is predicted as Network Rail appoints new executive

Gavin McKechnie

Network Rail has appointed Gavin McKechnie as head of retail in its property division. Mr McKechnie will be concentrating on the enhancement and expansion of the retail estate at some of Britain’s busiest stations, including London King’s Cross, Birmingham New Street Glasgow Central. full story

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