Stephen Bennett
About Stephen Bennett
Stephen Bennett is the Director of Transport Consulting and Transport Decarbonisation Lead at Arup, with extensive experience in transport planning and infrastructure projects across international cities.
Current Role at Arup
Stephen Bennett is currently serving as the Director of Transport Consulting and the Transport Decarbonisation Lead at Arup. He has held this position since 2018. Based in London, United Kingdom, Stephen focuses on guiding major transport and infrastructure programs. His role includes leading a team of transport planners dedicated to advancing sustainable and innovative solutions in transport and urban development.
Previous Work at Transport Planning Society
From 2015 to 2021, Stephen Bennett was involved with the Transport Planning Society in London. During his tenure, he served in various capacities, including Chair from 2019 to 2021. His contributions were fundamental in advocating for best practices and advancing the transport planning profession. As a Board member for six years, Stephen played a critical role in shaping policies and promoting professional development within the society.
Professional Experience at Arup
Before becoming the Director, Stephen Bennett worked as an Associate Director at Arup from 2009 to 2018. In this role, he contributed to numerous projects, one notable example being the development of the Surface Access Strategy for the Heathrow Airport Expansion project. His responsibilities included overseeing a range of transport planning initiatives, fostering innovative approaches, and supporting sustainable development within the sector.
International Experience in Transport and Traffic Engineering
Stephen Bennett has extensive international experience in transport and traffic engineering. He worked as the Deputy General Manager at SYSTRA Ltd (formerly MVA) in Dubai from 2000 to 2009 and as a Transport Planner at MVA Asia Limited in Hong Kong from 1998 to 2000. Earlier in his career, he served as a Traffic Engineer at Ho Wang SPB Ltd in Hong Kong for two years, emphasizing his broad expertise in transport systems across various global cities.
Educational Background and Credentials
Stephen Bennett holds a Post-Graduate Diploma in Transport from the Chartered Institute of Transport (1997-1998) and a Bachelor's Degree in Geography/Sociology from Bath Spa University (1992-1995). He also achieved the Chartered Transport Planning Professional (CTPP) qualification from the Transport Planning Society in 2015. His educational background provides a robust foundation for his roles in transport consulting and planning.