For over thirty years, Mr Kesich was directly involved with the overhaul and replacement of rolling stock fleets on the largest commuter railway in the United States. This system transitioned from a worn-down fleet that was a mixture of those inherited from predecessor railroads and acquired secondhand, to one that was purchased new and designed specifically for their mission. In addition to being responsible for their day-to-day maintenance, he was instrumental in defining the fleet strategy and detailed specifications to ensure that it was fit for purpose, supported the carrier’s vision, and represented the best value-for-money attainable in the market. Additionally, Mr Kesich drove the incorporation of the latest vehicle technology into the fleet, resulting in a 21th Century fleet that is smarter and more efficient.
