Gautier Brodeo named UITP President, Lilli Matson appointed Deputy President

UITP has announced a change in its leadership, with Gautier Brodeo assuming the role of President from 21 November 2025, and Lilli Matson joining as Deputy President. The new appointments come following the early departure of former President Renée Amilcar, elected in 2023, who stated she is now focusing on her role as CEO and President of Mobilité Infra Québec.

The term for the new President and Deputy President will run until the next UITP General Assembly in June 2026.

Gautier Brodeo elected President of UITP

Gautier Brodeo brings over 25 years of experience in public transport, currently serving as Director of the Operation and Maintenance Development Agency for RATP Group. His career spans roles from metro line manager and senior adviser to leadership positions within UITP itself, including Deputy President, Chair of the Metro Division, and member of the Executive Board.

Gautier Brodeo has also chaired the Regional and Suburban Railway Committee and joined UITP more than a decade ago as an expert in urban and suburban rail. He holds a civil engineering degree from ESTP (Ecole Spéciale des Travaux Publics) and a Master of Science in Construction Management from the University of Birmingham.

Lilli Matson brings extensive experience in safety and sustainable development, having held senior roles at Transport for London and in consulting. She currently serves as Chief Safety, Health and Environment Officer at TfL, leading safety, sustainability, and the organisation’s transition to net zero. Matson has contributed to London’s 20-year transport, safety, and environmental strategies, shaping targets for safer, healthier, and greener urban transport.

Commenting on his appointment, Gautier Brodeo said: “I am truly honoured to become the new President of UITP. The association is rich in activities and deliverables, and I commit to continuing the important Strategic Plan roll out, with people at the heart of that direction. I am also very grateful to Renée Amilcar for her inspiring leadership, and I look forward to bringing my own experience to the future of UITP.”

UITP Secretary General Mohamed Mezghani states: “Gautier brings deep experience across our association and the wider public transport sector, and I know his commitment to collaboration and innovation will help guide UITP with confidence and clarity. Lilli’s leadership role and experience within Transport for London, and her impressive past contributions to our Policy Board, make her an ideal fit for our leadership team. On behalf of UITP, I thank Renée for her outstanding leadership and dedicated service, and as we look ahead, I am confident that Gautier and Lilli will continue to strengthen our mission and support our membership in advancing public transport.”