M Group appoints first Corporate Affairs Director

Richard will be leading the development of Corporate Affairs for M Group, building on the success of the new M Group brand, launched in April 2025.

He joins M Group from Costain where he was Corporate Affairs Director. With experience in corporate and public affairs in both the rail and aviation sectors, Richard is well placed to support the growth and ambition of M Group.

He also has a deep understanding of the media, with more than 14 years at the BBC, latterly as Transport Correspondent.

Andy Hunt, Director of ESG and Innovation, said: “Richard brings a wealth of experience to M Group at an exciting time in our continuing growth and ambition to provide the essential infrastructure services that keep our country running and enable people’s everyday lives. I’m looking forward to adding Richard’s skills and expertise to our existing marketing and communications capability to tell our story as widely as possible.”

Richard said: “This is a critical moment for infrastructure and the ways in which M Group is evolving so it can continue to deliver at pace are innovative and exciting. I’m delighted to be joining the team at this pivotal time and I’m excited by the opportunities ahead.”