Morson Edge
The Big Rail Diversity Challenge
Morson Edge is the specialist talent arm of Morson Group. We solve productivity problems by supplying the people who make the difference. From engineers to project leaders, we connect skills with challenges at the sharp end of industry.
"As a Managing Director of Morson Edge –Transportation and a Women in Rail Board Trustee, I’m committed to building a rail sector where everyone has the opportunity to succeed. Rail has historically been male-dominated, which makes active advocacy for diversity essential.
I support Women in Rail and The Big Rail Diversity Challenge because our industry is strongest when it reflects the society it serves. Rail is built on collaboration, problem-solving, and long-term thinking. Diversity strengthens all three.
Throughout my career, I’ve seen how inclusive teams make better decisions, challenge assumptions and deliver stronger outcomes. Yet too many talented people are still discouraged before they even begin, often because they don’t see themselves represented or supported.
Women in Rail plays a vital role in changing that reality. It builds visibility, confidence, and opportunity, and focuses on action rather than talk. As a Trustee, I’m proud to support work that opens doors and backs potential.
The Big Rail Diversity Challenge captures what diversity should be about: shared effort, teamwork and pulling together towards a common goal. If rail is to be resilient, innovative and future-ready, backing initiatives like these is how real change happens."
Gary Smithson, Managing Director of Morson Edge - Transportation
