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Sardana, who was previously chief operating officer at the company, will oversee the implementation of the firm\u2019s <a target=\"_blank\" href=\"https:\/\/www.keolis-mhi.com\/newsroom\/press-releases\/keolis-mhi-unveils-strategy-plan-2026-at-annual-management-away-day\" style=\"\">Strategy Plan 2026<\/a> rolled out in partnership with Dubai\u2019s Roads and Transport Authority. 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