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Philanthropists of the Vyšehrad Railway Bridge Foundation

Martin Vohánka comes from a family of railway professionals. He is the founder and CEO of Eurowag, a leading European mobility tech company. A major philanthropist, he co-founded the Independent Journalism Fund and the BLÍŽKSOBĚ Foundation and actively supports education and social causes.

Tomáš Bistřický is a Czech entrepreneur and philanthropist. He co-founded Toma, a successful beverage brand, and later shifted his focus to supporting projects in architecture, cultural heritage, and environmental conservation.

Jan Barta, a businessman and investor, has a deep-rooted passion for railway heritage, tracing back to his ancestor, František Křižík, a pioneer of railway electrification in Austria-Hungary. As a co-owner of investment firm Pale Fire Capital, he supports research projects and educational initiatives.

Vyšehrad Railway Bridge Foundation Managment

Petr Janda is an architect and artist known for significant projects in the Czech Republic and abroad. His acclaimed revitalization of Prague’s riverfront transformed historic vaults into cultural and social spaces. His work includes floating baths, the Riegrovy Baths in Prague, and projects in Abu Dhabi and Norway.

Petr Lešek is an architect and a board member of the Czech Chamber of Architects. He specializes in public procurement, sustainability, and affordable housing. His firm, Projektil, has won prestigious awards for projects like the Hradec Králové Research Library and the National Technical Library in Prague.

David Vávra is an architect and cultural figure, widely known as the host of the documentary series Šumná města (Picturesque Cities). His work focuses on Prague’s architectural heritage, with key projects including the renovation of the Dobeška Cultural Center and Švanda Theatre, as well as the revitalization of former industrial sites.

Bridge Engineering Experts and Feasibility Study Authors

Ian Firth is one of the world’s leading bridge designers, with over 45 years of experience. His portfolio includes landmark projects such as the Messina Bridge (Italy) and Stonecutters Bridge (Hong Kong), as well as the restoration of historic structures like Wye Bridge and Clifton Suspension Bridge. A former president of the Institution of Structural Engineers, he advocates for high-quality, elegant infrastructure design.

COWI is a global engineering consultancy based in Copenhagen, specializing in large-scale bridge projects, including some of the world’s longest-span bridges. The company employs around 8,000 professionals and generates over €1 billion in revenue.

Andreas Galmarini is a structural engineer with over 20 years of expertise in bridge design, rehabilitation, and seismic protection. His projects include the Busan-Goje Fixed Link in South Korea and the award-winning Hinterrhein bridges in Switzerland. He is a partner at WaltGalmarini and lectures at Swiss universities.

WaltGalmarini is a leading Swiss engineering firm known for innovative solutions in complex structural design, including high-rise and long-span bridges, as well as the restoration of historic structures.

Petr Tej is an architect and bridge engineer specializing in innovative footbridges and bridge structures. His projects range from small-scale footbridges to large urban infrastructure, often in collaboration with leading Czech and international studios. He is known for his use of ultra-high-performance concrete (UHPC), notably in the award-winning Štvanická Footbridge in Prague, which connects Holešovice and Karlín.

Marek Kopeć is an architect and urban planner specializing in public spaces and innovative housing models. He led the Projects and Competitions Office at the Prague Institute of Planning and Development (IPR). At IPR, he oversaw key urban projects, including the revitalization of Vítězné Square, the Štvanická Footbridge, and the design of Prague’s new street furniture. He also co-authored the Letenský Cross project and curated the exhibition Baugruppe ist super!, exploring alternative housing concepts.