Richard de Cani is widely recognised as a leader in urban and transport planning, with a wealth of global expertise gained through his work at Arup. His deep insight into city planning and the strategic policy landscape has enabled him to drive successful mass transit projects that deliver meaningful outcomes.

Over the course of 18 years at Transport for London, Richard played a pivotal role in shaping London’s transport strategy and major infrastructure projects, including spearheading the expansion of the Docklands Light Railway (DLR) and enhancements to both tube and rail networks.

Richard’s expertise extends to transport infrastructure consenting, where he is regarded as one of the UK's foremost authorities. His comprehensive understanding of the UK planning system and its influence on infrastructure delivery is reflected in his leadership of numerous consenting applications as an expert witness.

As an urban planner with a strong foundation in transport engineering, Richard excels at tackling place-based challenges and recognising how these inform changes in transport systems, ensuring projects are delivered successfully. This extensive experience equips Richard with a unique perspective on the critical success factors for early-stage planning and positioning of mass transit initiatives.