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Arup names Chris Davies as Philippines Transport & Civils Leader
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The move aligns with the Philippines’ accelerating infrastructure investments
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Firm expanding regional focus on digital delivery and future mobility
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Davies brings 35 years’ global infrastructure experience
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Appointment underscores Arup’s growth push in Southeast Asia
Arup has appointed Chris Davies as Philippines Transport & Civils Leader, strengthening the firm’s capability to deliver major transport and civil infrastructure projects in what it considers one of Southeast Asia’s fastest-growing markets.
The global built environment consultancy said the appointment reinforces its commitment to expanding transport and infrastructure services in the Philippines, where investments in mass transit, expressways, bridges, logistics networks, and climate-resilient infrastructure are accelerating.
Arup has been active in Southeast Asia for more than five decades, supporting rail, aviation, urban development, water, and climate resilience projects.
In recent years, the firm has intensified its focus on digital project delivery, future mobility systems, and integrated urban development–priorities that align with the Philippines’ infrastructure modernization agenda.
Davies’ appointment comes as the country ramps up spending on public transport and large-scale civil works. Arup said his regional experience positions him to deepen partnerships with government agencies, private developers, transport operators, and international organizations.
He will also help build local technical capacity, expand multidisciplinary expertise in the Philippines, and introduce global best practices to support national infrastructure priorities.
Lau Ching Luan, managing principal for Arup in Southeast Asia, said, “Chris’ arrival reflects Arup’s commitment to investing in proven leadership and future-ready skills across the region. Chris’ leadership will be key to enabling our plans to grow and diversify our presence across Southeast Asia. His experience and deep market understanding will accelerate our impact in the Philippines and help us unlock the significant growth opportunity for our Transport business there.”
Davies brings more than 35 years of global experience delivering transport and civil infrastructure projects across Southeast Asia, the Middle East, and the United Kingdom. He has led major infrastructure programs, managed multidisciplinary project interfaces, and overseen developments from planning to execution.
He has also driven advances in project management consultancy design delivery, building information modeling methodologies, and quality management systems, capabilities that Arup said will be critical as the Philippines addresses rising infrastructure demand.
Arup operates in more than 130 countries, providing technical and advisory services across the built environment sector.
