John Batchelor

John Batchelor is a seasoned Technical Lead at Ove Arup and Partners International Limited, specializing in civil and building engineering design and project management for major infrastructure projects globally. With a career spanning from the 1970s, they have led multi-disciplinary teams on transport, subway, and rail projects across seven countries, including notable developments in Tokyo, Toronto, and London. Having founded Arup in Tokyo in 1990, John significantly contributed to the growth of the firm in Japan before moving on to leadership roles in various international offices. Currently, they are involved in the High Speed 2 project in the UK, emphasizing cost-effective design and innovation within the construction sector.