Michel Ladrak
About Michel Ladrak
Michel Ladrak serves as the Group Operations and Technical Officer at Transdev since 2022, bringing extensive experience from leadership roles in various transportation companies across multiple countries.
Work at Transdev
Michel Ladrak currently serves as the Group Operations and Technical Officer at Transdev, a position he has held since 2022. His role is based in Ville de Paris, Île-de-France, France. Prior to this, he worked with Transdev Australasia in various capacities, including Managing Director for Transdev Auckland and Chief Operating Officer for the same division. His extensive experience within Transdev highlights his commitment to operational excellence in public transport.
Previous Experience in Public Transport
Michel Ladrak has held multiple leadership roles in the public transport sector. He was President and General Manager at the British Columbia Rapid Transit Company from 2019 to 2022, overseeing operations in Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada. His tenure at Transdev Australasia included roles as Managing Director and Operations Delivery Manager in Auckland, New Zealand. He also served as Head of Operations for Abellio Ltd in the UK and held various positions at Nederlandse Spoorwegen in the Netherlands.
Education and Expertise
Michel Ladrak completed his secondary education at Het Baarnsch Lyceum, achieving University Entry Level from 1983 to 1989. He furthered his education at Maastricht University School of Business and Economics, where he earned a Master's degree from 1989 to 1995. His educational background supports his extensive expertise in operations management and strategic planning within the transport industry.
Leadership Roles and Responsibilities
Throughout his career, Michel Ladrak has demonstrated leadership in various operational roles. At NS International, he was part of the Transition Leadership Team as Head of Operations. His responsibilities at Nederlandse Spoorwegen included roles such as Deputy Production Manager and General Manager Operations in The Hague Area. These positions reflect his capability in managing complex operational frameworks and leading teams effectively.