Internal Communication

IRS appoints  Mr. Mihai Danciu Chief  Operating Officer

International Railway Systems (“IRS”), the European leader in freight wagon manufacturing, today announced that Mihai Danciu, 60, has been appointed Chief Operating Officer.  Mr. Danciu will assume his position immediately and oversee  the  rail manufacturing division of the IRS Group.

Cristian Burci, President of IRS, said: “I am pleased that Mr. Danciu agreed to take this important position in the IRS management team.  He is a proven executive with an impressive track record in our company for years now and his expertise and good reputation speak for themselves.  Mr. Danciu’s  leadership skills will help us, as we continue to build on our position as the largest freight wagon manufacturer in Europe.”

Mr. Danciu  declared . “I am honored to take the position of  COO within IRS Group. Although we are passing difficult times, as all the economies, with assets across Europe, IRS is well positioned   in the region and is actively pursuing a number of growth opportunities to expand its business.  I look forward to working with the IRS management team as we execute on our strategic plan.”

Mr. Danciu is a Bachelor of Science in Mechanical Studies and started his career in Astra Vagoane Arad  where he  held several management positions.   From 1975 to 1977 he gained extensive experience within research at ICPV Arad.  In 2008, Mr. Danciu was appointed General Manager of Romvag Caracal.
Please give Mr. Danciu your full support in his challenging task.  

Kind regards,
 
Cristian Burci
President of IRS Group