GATX Corporation (NYSE: GATX), a leading global lessor of transportation assets, today announced that Eren Doygun has been appointed senior vice president, chief planning and investment officer, effective immediately. In this role, Mr. Doygun will lead GATX’s strategic planning and operational finance functions, including financial planning and analysis, valuation, and investment analysis and governance activities. He will be responsible for aligning financial and strategic planning with the Company’s growth objectives and supporting investment decision-making.

“I am pleased to announce Eren’s promotion,” said Thomas A. Ellman, executive vice president and chief financial officer of GATX Corporation. “Throughout his 20-year career at GATX, Eren has established himself as a seasoned leader with a proven track record in investment analysis and financial and strategic planning. His deep understanding of our business and analytical rigor make him well-suited to lead our planning and investment activities.”

Mr. Doygun joined GATX Corporation in 2006 and has held a series of finance leadership positions with increasing responsibility. Most recently, he served as vice president of financial planning and analysis. Mr. Doygun received his Bachelor of Science in Mechanical Engineering from Yildiz Technical University, Istanbul, and his Master of Business Administration from San Francisco State University.

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At GATX Corporation (NYSE: GATX), we empower our customers to propel the world forward. GATX leases transportation assets including railcars, aircraft spare engines and tank containers to customers worldwide. Our mission is to provide innovative, unparalleled service that enables our customers to transport what matters safely and sustainably while championing the well-being of our employees and communities. Headquartered in Chicago, Illinois since its founding in 1898, GATX has paid a quarterly dividend, uninterrupted, since 1919.

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