Oana Gherghinescu graduated from the University of Craiova, Romania, where she obtained first a Bachelor's degree in Banking and Finance, then a Master's degree in Businees Administration and Management. She holds a PhD in International Economics.
She first joined the European Commission as a trainee in 2004. Since 2013, she has been working in various positions at ERA. Both Paloma Iribas Forcat, Chairwoman of the ERA Governing Board, and Apostolos Tzitzikostas, Commissioner for Sustainable Transport and Tourism, appreciated her skills.
"Very honoured to be elected as the next Executive Director for a faster, smarter, and stronger ERA and EU rail system! Challenging times ahead, but together with all the stakeholders, we can turn them into meaningful opportunities!’, Oana Gherghinescu said.
Oana Gherghinescu has played a pivotal role in shaping ERA's success over the past decade, recognised for her strong leadership, strategic thinking and ability to drive impactful change. It was appri
The Management Board selection process was concluded in Lille last week. The next step is for the selected candidate to make a presentation to the European Parliament’s Committee on Transport and Tourism (TRAN). This is currently expected to take place on 9 April 2025, and their appointment as Executive Director will follow. The actual start date remains to be confirmed.
