Chris Cheek has worked in the public transport industry for over 46 years, the last 30 as an analyst and consultant. He started his career with the National Bus Company in 1972 and held several line management posts in bus operations, coaching and tourism marketing. He has worked on a wide variety of projects including seven passenger rail franchise bids and more than ten PFI bids for rapid transit projects in the UK and overseas. He has worked with all the major transport groups on a range of projects and with the UK and devolved governments. He also advised lenders and City institutions on acquisitions and flotations. He has appeared as an expert witness in two public inquiries and speaks regularly at conferences and seminars.