Peak industry body Australian Asphalt Pavement Association has named Carlos Rial as its new CEO this week.
In a statement, the association welcomed Mr. Rial as its incoming CEO following the departure of Michael Caltabiano late last year.
Mr. Rial brings to the role over 20 years of road industry experience, paired with over 10 years as a senior organisational leader, working in partnership with both public and private sectors.
He has extensive experience as an industry leader at ARRB and within government, which has seen him drive innovation in the roads sector and invest in training and skills development of roads expertise across the local government sector.
Mr. Rial was formerly Chair of the Queensland Safer Roads Sooner Program and Director of the Queensland Road Alliances.
The statement asserted that Mr. Rial’s recognition as a trusted industry leader with strong technical and business qualifications and impressive track record of hands-on experience in delivering strategic and business outcomes compliments the four AAPA strategic pillars that he will lead – Communication and Outreach, Technology and Leadership, Safety and Sustainability, and Training and Knowledge.
“This appointment is an honour and I am delighted to join the AAPA community. There is a real opportunity to collaboratively develop a national sustainable future for our industry and for AAPA to provide extended value to its members and trusted partners,” said Mr. Rial of his appointment.
“I recognise that there are differing opportunities and challenges nationally and am committed to visiting each State to hear first-hand from members and partners what opportunities there are to enhance our sector.
“I am excited by the 17th AAPA International Flexible Pavements Conference ‘Roads of the Future, Embracing Disruption’ in August so we can showcase the Australian Flexible Pavements industry on a global platform.
“This event is aligned with my intent to add value by using my experience in driving collaboration between all tiers of government and industry to work together, manage change and realise the benefits of innovation.”
Mr. Rial commences his new role at AAPA on Monday, 27 March.