Together with the Board of Directors, Mr. Lanning has agreed to a structured transition plan designed to ensure continuity and maintain TFL’s focus on growth and value creation. His last working day with the organization was March 10, 2026.
While Mr. Lanning will be leaving his CEO role with the company, he will join the TFL Board of Directors, which as mentioned will help with operational continuity, while also adding valuable knowledge and experience to TFL.
The Board of Directors has been actively engaged in succession planning and is progressing toward appointing a new CEO who can continue to lead TFL’s long-term strategic direction.
In the meantime, Samer Al Jabi will assume the role of Interim CEO in addition to his current role as Chief Commercial Officer. Mr. Al Jabi joined TFL in 2025 and is contributing significantly to the company’s five‑year strategic plan and global commercial excellence efforts. As interim CEO, he will ensure leadership continuity and advance TFL’s strategic priorities and long‑term growth objectives.
TFL remains firmly committed to executing its 5-year strategy and delivering sustained value to customers, partners, and shareholders.
The Board of Directors thanks André for his leadership and wishes him continued success.
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