12 Feb 2026
Freeths strengthens Projects and Rail practice with appointment of Director Rachel Crosier
"Freeths hires Rachel Crosier as Director in London to strengthen its Projects and Rail practice, focusing on PFI/PPP, major projects, rail and wider transport and infrastructure."
Based in London, Rachel will work closely alongside Partners James Larmour and Tom Johnson to support Freeths’ continued growth in specialist PFI/PPP, major projects work and rail and wider transport and infrastructure capability.
An experienced international infrastructure projects lawyer, Rachel brings over 14 years’ experience advising on the procurement, development, financing, delivery and operation of major infrastructure schemes and associated regulatory frameworks. Her rail practice includes advising on rolling stock public-private partnerships, major fleet procurements, operational and maintenance arrangements, depot infrastructure and wider commercial and regulatory matters across UK and international rail markets.
Her broader practice spans transport, defence, maritime and giga-project developments. She has acted for a broad range of infrastructure sector participants, including government departments and agencies, equity investors, pension funds, manufacturers, contractors and operators, and has worked across multiple jurisdictions including the UK, Saudi Arabia, Africa, the UAE, Australia and Asia.
Her appointment enhances Freeths’ depth of expertise in these niche and technical areas, enabling the firm to respond to increasing client demand for specialist support across complex infrastructure, procurement, PFI/PPP and rail portfolios and transactions.