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Gavin receives Judges Special Award from GLRA

Award recognition for long-serving Metro team member

Gavin receives Judges Special Award from GLRA

We were proud to see a long-serving team member presented with a prestigious accolade at the Global Light Rail Awards.

Technical Engineer, Gavin Lloyd, has been a member of the team for more than 18 years and plays a vital role in Metro operations, using his invaluable knowledge of the industry to manage numerous contracts with suppliers.

In 2015, Gavin was diagnosed with Motor Neurone Disease, and devastatingly an estimated life expectancy of up to two and a half years. Now, nearly a decade later, Gavin has been recognised for his courage and contribution to the light-rail industry in the Judges Special Award category at the Global Light Rail Awards.

Gavin receives Judges Special Award from GLRA

Ahead of the ceremony, which was held in London last week, organisers visited Gavin at the depot in Wednesbury to congratulate him and present this very deserving award.

On receiving the award, Gavin said: “To say I was surprised is an understatement, and I would like to thank everyone involved with the nomination.

“I had no idea anything was happening at the depot, I just thought I was meeting up with a supplier to talk about wiring looms, but when the roller shutter door was raised and I saw members of my family, past and present colleagues all stood there, I really didn’t know what to think!”

Gavin believes the opportunity to continue working has helped to slow the condition’s progress by keeping busy carrying out his role at Metro.

“Hopefully, I can continue doing this for many years to come with the support from the wider Metro team.  Disability or illness shouldn’t mean you have to give up and give in, provided you’re able to do so,” he said.

Sophie Allison, Metro Managing Director, added: “Gavin continues to make a valuable contribution to the organisation, and long may it continue. He really is a remarkable and inspiring member of the team who thoroughly deserves this recognition from colleagues across the wider light rail sector.

Although Gavin was unable to join us at the awards ceremony, he was well represented, and it was a great honour to witness the standing ovation which was dedicated to his journey.”

Gavin believes the opportunity to continue working has helped to slow the condition’s progress by keeping busy carrying out his role at Metro.

“Hopefully, I can continue doing this for many years to come with the support from the wider Metro team.  Disability or illness shouldn’t mean you have to give up and give in, provided you’re able to do so,” he said.

Sophie Allison, Metro Managing Director, added: “Gavin continues to make a valuable contribution to the organisation, and long may it continue. He really is a remarkable and inspiring member of the team who thoroughly deserves this recognition from colleagues across the wider light rail sector.

Although Gavin was unable to join us at the awards ceremony, he was well represented, and it was a great honour to witness the standing ovation he received in recognition of his journey.”

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