Michelline Nawatises The head of TransNamib, Johny Smith, a seasoned professional in the transport and logistics industry, joined the rail service company in February 2018 as chief executive officer (CEO). Smith has more than 28 years’ experience in the fields of telecommunications, road, rail and sea transportation. Before joining TransNamib, he had served as the CEO of the Walvis Bay Corridor Group (WBCG) for 11 years. His relevant experience covers aspects of business strategy, organisational development, business development, marketing and project management and his working experience includes serving in various positions in institutions such as Namport and Telecom Namibia. Smith’s academic qualifications include a B Comm degree, an MBA and various other management and logistics courses and conferences. He also serves as a commissioner of the National Planning Commission, vice-president of the Southern African Rail Association (SARA) and vice-chairperson of the WBCG. Previously he was the chairperson of Telecom Namibia, chairperson for the African Alliance for Corridors in Africa (ACMA) and served on the Board of Namibia Post and Telecom Holdings and the Namibia Trade Forum.