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Steven Murphy was appointed as Non-Executive Director of HS2 Ltd in January 2026.

Stephen was chief executive of MTR UK from 2020 to 2024, overseeing the delivery of full Elizabeth line services and the establishment of infrastructure and property development businesses to support innovation in the UK rail industry. 

Previously, Stephen served as managing director of MTR Elizabeth line from its inception in 2015, leading the organisation to first place sector performance across measures including punctuality, safety, workplace diversity and customer service. He is widely credited as a key driver of the organisation’s success. 

Stephen began his career over 30 years ago as a British Rail graduate trainee and has since held leadership roles at Chiltern Railways, Irish Rail, Deutsche Bahn and London Overground. His career has been characterised by a strong focus on safety, reliability, customer service and continuous improvement.