Early Life
Rafael del Pino Calvo-Sotelo was born in Madrid in 1958. He is the son of Rafael del Pino y Moreno, the founder of Ferrovial. Del Pino studied Civil Engineering at the Polytechnic University of Madrid, graduating in 1981. He furthered his education by earning an MBA from the MIT Sloan School of Management in 1986.
Rise to Success
Del Pino's career has been closely tied to Ferrovial. He served as the company's CEO from 1992 to 1999. In 2000, he became the Chairman of Ferrovial, succeeding his father. Under his leadership, Ferrovial has grown to become a major player in the infrastructure sector, operating in multiple countries and managing significant assets like airports and toll roads. Ferrovial's stock is listed on both the Euronext Amsterdam and Madrid stock exchanges. Del Pino is also a member of the MIT Corporation and several advisory boards.
Key Business Strategies
Key strategies under Del Pino’s leadership include international expansion, strategic acquisitions, and diversification. Ferrovial expanded into airport management, acquiring BAA (Heathrow Airport Holdings) in 2006. The company has also invested in highway projects and urban mobility ventures. Ferrovial's recent focus includes sustainable solutions and technological advancements.
Philanthropy
Rafael del Pino is involved in philanthropy, notably through the Fundación Rafael del Pino, which was established by his father in 2000. The foundation focuses on developing future leaders and promoting free enterprise.
