Rui Marcelino is a Regeneration Manager at Oxford City Council, where he leads on green transport initiatives with a particular focus on the reopening of the Cowley Branch Line. His work centres on unlocking the wider regeneration potential of rail projects—ensuring they deliver not just transport benefits, but also support new homes, jobs, and vibrant local communities.

At the heart of Rui’s approach is cross-sector collaboration—bringing together local authorities, rail operators, developers, and communities to shape sustainable, inclusive growth around rail investment. At the conference, he’ll share insights from the Cowley Branch Line programme, including how rail-led development can act as a catalyst for long-term placemaking.