Thilde is a seasoned Programme Director and board member with experience in the rail and metro industry, as well as an expert in the management of complex programmes, including supplier management, governance, and strategy execution within the public sector framework. She brings clarity and direction to the most complex of challenges. With a background in large-scale infrastructure and digitalization programmes, she’s known for navigating the intersection of strategic vision, operational oversight, and governance with precision and purpose.

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Her leadership journey spans national and international roles - from Programme Director of the €3 billion Danish Signalling Programme to boardroom and advisory positions in Ireland, the Netherlands, and the United States.

 

A trusted advisor to infrastructure owners and public authorities, Thilde ensures that transformation efforts are grounded in insight, structured delivery, and a clear focus on public value.​She combines deep programme management expertise in rail and metro with a talent for building trust and alignment across stakeholders. Her calm resolve and sharp intuition make her a natural anchor for both boardrooms and programmes alike.

David has 30 years of experience in the urban and rail transport industry and has held several positions as project manager and director on signaling system renewal projects and programs with CBTC and ERTMS, mainly internationally on large-scale projects.

 

David is a systems thinker with a passion for turning complexity into clarity. With three decades of experience in the rail and urban transport sector, he has led and advised on some of the most ambitious signalling modernisation projects around the world – from ERTMS on national networks to CBTC in dense urban settings.

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As founder of Nordic Signals, David ensures that the technical foundation of every project is as robust as the strategic vision behind it. His expertise spans the entire lifecycle – from business case and procurement to commissioning and system acceptance. Currently advising the MTA in New York and the Société des Grands Projets in Paris, David blends technical rigour with a collaborative approach. He is energised by building systems that last – and helping clients make confident, future-ready decisions.

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Sabrina Frangi is the heart of Nordic Signals’ day-to-day operations. With a keen eye for detail and a natural sense of order, she ensures everything runs smoothly behind the scenes - from finance and HR to compliance, contracts, and coordination.

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Originally trained in criminology in Argentina, Sabrina brings analytical thinking, integrity, and curiosity to every task. She has a rare talent for balancing structure with flexibility and thrives in environments where trust, independence, and initiative matter.

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Sabrina keeps the wheels turning - and the team supported - with quiet competence and unwavering dedication. Her work is essential to everything we do.

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Joanna operates at the sweet spot where complex systems meet real-world delivery. With hands-on experience in metro and rail programmes across Europe, she specialises in project management, system integration, and performance optimisation.

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Her career has taken her from CBTC and ERTMS deployments to rolling stock integration and metro extensions - including her recent project management on supplier-side of the Copenhagen Metro M4 extension. Across each project, she is known for creating structure, fostering collaboration, and keeping a steady eye on timelines, interfaces, and outcomes.

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Joanna brings not just experience but perspective - always aligning the technical, contractual, and human elements of a project. Her approach is results-driven, grounded in trust, and committed to making complex infrastructure work better for people.

Delphine Poiré brings energy and structure to every project she touches. A skilled communicator and connector, she has delivered results in settings as diverse as UN organisations, European universities, and infrastructure programmes across Scandinavia and France.

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At Nordic Signals, Delphine is a driving force in our work on the NExTEO project in France and plays a key role across our internal operations and external projects. Whether leading stakeholder dialogues or supporting complex delivery teams, she combines insight, empathy, and a hands-on approach.

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With a background in EU affairs, digital transformation, and learning and development, Delphine is passionate about creating impact through collaboration. Her ability to make things happen – and make them stick – makes her a cornerstone of our team.

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Simon is a bridge-builder between strategy and execution. With a background in transport policy and stakeholder management, he helps clients turn complexity into momentum by connecting dots across systems, interests, and institutions.

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Before joining Nordic Signals, Simon held key roles in the Danish Ministry of Transport and the Danish rail infrastructure manager, Banedanmark, most recently as Head of Stakeholder Relations in Denmark’s national signalling programme. His work focused on navigating political landscapes and forging alignment on one of the country’s largest digital transformation initiatives.

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At Nordic Signals, Simon leads business development and project delivery across Europe and North America. He thrives where strategic clarity, trust, and momentum matter most – and brings a calm, curious, and pragmatic presence to every engagement.

Merle supports the daily operations at Nordic Signals, assisting with invoicing, administrative tasks, and internal coordination.

 

Working closely with our Office Manager, she helps keep things running smoothly behind the scenes. With a sharp eye for detail and a hands-on approach, Merle is an essential part of our day-to-day rhythm.

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As Chair of our Advisory Board, Katja brings a rare blend of strategic insight and human understanding. With a background as political speechwriter, communications director, and campaign strategist, she has spent her career helping leaders sharpen their message, find their voice, and lead with clarity.

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Grounded in studies of language, philosophy, and theology, Katja believes in the power of narrative to shape culture, purpose, and decision-making. She supports the Nordic Signals leadership with deep insight into strategy, communication, and positioning – and always with a steady hand and clear compass.

Betina is a powerhouse in public administration and business strategy. With a distinguished career that includes senior roles in the Danish Ministry of Business, Dansk Erhverv, KMD, and CSC, she brings sharp perspectives on policy, governance, and digital transformation.

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Currently serving as Chair of the Danish Government’s IT Council and on several boards, Betina supports Nordic Signals with strategic insight, public-private experience, and an unrelenting focus on innovation and value creation in complex environments.

Ishak is a senior electrical engineer with more than twenty-five years of experience in railway systems design, installation, and commissioning. His expertise spans both vital and non-vital on-board systems, including TCMS, ATC, PTC, public address, CCTV, and intercom systems.

 

Over the course of his career, he has supported major U.S. transit agencies such as NYCT and New Jersey Transit, while also working on the supplier side as Systems and Vehicle Systems Engineer for leading North American manufacturers.

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At Nordic Signals, Ishak contributes as an external expert within our Professional Services in New York City, strengthening our carborne and rolling stock capabilities.

 

By bridging operator and supplier perspectives, he brings invaluable insight to complex integration challenges, helping programmes deliver safe, reliable, and future-ready solutions.

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Alain-Christophe is an experienced electrical engineer with more than a decade of specialised expertise as a RAMS and System Safety Engineer. Spanning Europe and North America, he has built robust proficiency in safety engineering, CBTC, PTC, and complex system integration across multiple industries including rail, aviation, and oil and gas.

 

He has worked as Senior RAMS and Systems Safety Consultant on projects for major suppliers such as Alstom, Hitachi Rail STS, Thales, and Siemens Mobility. His track record includes safety engineering and subsystem integration for CBTC upgrades in Philadelphia and New York; and RAM and safety assessments on the MTA’s large-scale CBTC modernisation programme.

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Based in New York, Alain-Christophe supports Nordic Signals’ Professional Services for the MTA as an external resource. He brings deep systems safety knowledge, cross-industry rigour, and a proven ability to deliver compliant, reliable, and safe solutions in some of the most demanding transit environments.

Jana is a highly versatile Signalling and Systems Engineer with more than fourteen years of international rail industry experience, covering all stages of the systems engineering “V” lifecycle.

 

His expertise spans control and information systems, validation and verification, system design, and testing and commissioning. He has served as Principal CBTC Systems Engineer for Transport for London’s Four Lines Modernisation project, Technical Expert to the MTA in New York, and Subject Matter Expert for signalling on Rio Tinto’s Simandou mining railway, among other major programmes.

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At Nordic Signals, Jana supports our Professional Services in New York as an external resourc. He strengthens our delivery with deep technical knowledge, hands-on engineering experience, and a proven ability to align suppliers, operators, and clients on some of the most demanding rail signalling projects worldwide.

Janus is a senior transformation and systems advisor with more than 20 years of experience in the metro and railway sectors. He specialises in business and digital transformation, signalling (CBTC/ERTMS), and complex brownfield programmes, with a strong focus on bridging technical programmes with the organisational structures needed to deliver them.

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He has played key roles in Denmark’s largest rail initiatives, including the national Signalling Programme, the Future S-bane, and the Copenhagen Metro. Renowned for his ability to align suppliers, management, and end-users, Janus ensures organisations are prepared for change and equipped to realise long-term benefits.​

 

As external resource to Nordic Signals, Janus supports clients such as Metroselskabet in the 3xR project, bringing his proven expertise in organisational readiness, programme integration, and transformation leadership.

Ghislain Champiré is a railway systems engineer and project manager with over 25 years of experience in railway and metro modernization and development projects.

 

He has led major international initiatives, including Line 18 of the Grand Paris Express, the renewal of the Marseille metro system, and operational safety and RAMS management for signalling and rolling stock in North America.

 

Beginning his career as a safety engineer for rolling stock and signalling systems, including ERTMS and CBTC, Ghislain has since held senior leadership roles overseeing tender proposals, project delivery, and operational safety for large-scale automatic metro lines, with cumulative project values >1B EUR.

 

At Nordic Signals, he brings his extensive technical expertise and leadership experience as external resource to support complex projects across the rail and transit sector.

Thierry Faci brings over 30 years of experience in the railway signalling industry, with a strong focus on managing complex projects and contracts across Europe, North America, APAC, and India.

 

He has successfully led critical programmes worth billions of euros, combining market analysis, product benchmarking, and the integration of complete solutions. Thierry has held senior leadership positions such as Head of Strategic Markets & COO, Signalling North America, and Project Director overseeing major projects in the Middle East and the U.S. for several global suppliers in the rail and transit sector.

 

His ability to navigate technical complexity while maintaining strategic vision has positioned him as a trusted leader in the industry. At Nordic Signals, he supports as an external expert, bringing his depth of global experience to specific projects and strategic initiatives.