Four weeks to AusRAIL 2024

With just 4 weeks until AusRAIL 2024 kicks off on the Gold Coast, here are our top three reasons to attend.

1. Gain exclusive access to in-depth industry insights - With over 100 international and local keynote speakers, panel discussions, workshops and a record 13 concurrent sessions covering 20+ specialised topics, AusRAIL 2024 ensures there is something for everyone.
2. Connect with industry partners and leaders - Meet leaders and colleagues in the largest AusRAIL exhibition ever and attend exclusive social events to broaden your sector networks, including the TRACKSAFE Charity Golf Day, the Women in Rail Breakfast, the Yellow Dinner and the inaugural Sunset Soirée.
3. Flexible registration rates for you and the team – There are a range of registration options available to help plan your AusRAIL experience. Book as an individual, or take advantage of group discounts and bring the team.

This week, we’re also announcing a new workshop to the conference program aimed to help senior executives with workforce planning and development.

PROGRAM SPOTLIGHT: Sunrise Coastal Run

Start your day at AusRAIL 2024 with an invigorating sunrise run (or walk) along the stunning Broadbeach coastline! Join Matthew Longland , CEO of Sydney Trains, and Alia Karaman, Sydney Metro Project Director, for a guided 5km run or 3km walk.

?? Wednesday, 27 November, 6.30 - 7.30am.

This unique event offers the perfect opportunity to enjoy breathtaking views, connect with peers and kickstart your morning! Free to join, but places are limited - register today!

AusRAIL 2024 offers you 4 unique social events to broaden your sector networks, including the Exhibition Networking Drinks, the Women in Rail Breakfast (last tickets!), the Yellow Dinner (sold out!) and the brand new Sunset Soirée (selling fast!). Find out more and book your place now to avoid missing out.

PROGRAM SPOTLIGHT: New workshop announced!

Across three sessions on day 2, the ARA Workforce Development Workshop will provide attendees with an overview of current industry skills, explore initiatives to harmonise skills across rail networks, and discover ideas to ensure greater portability of the workforce. Session presenters include Rowan Gawne (Senior Manager – Workforce Development, ARA), Jason Westward (Executive Director Business Operations, MTA), Toby Atkinson (Director of Operations, Human Services, Tactix-Sener Group), Fiona Love (General Manager – Workforce Development, ARA), and Peter Doggett (COO, ONRSR).

CONFERENCE STREAM SPOTLIGHT: RTAA (Track)

• Track substructure maintenance management (SuMM): The approach review with examples Kevin Kashani Manager of Railway Geotechnics, Loram Technologies Inc Mika Silvast Managing Director, Loram Finland Oy
• Derailment containment devices along slab tracks – Probabilistic methods for optimal effectiveness Sebastian Ocampo Duque Rail Engineer, Aecom Maneesh Gupta Technical Director, Aecom
• Maintenance machine stabling – a structured approach for the Queensland Rail South-East Queensland network Les Chandra Technical Director – Transport Planning, Mott Macdonald William Bolton Track and Civil Asset Manager, Queensland Rail

The AusRAIL 2024 program features a lineup of more than 100 local and international speakers from across all sectors. With 13 concurrent sessions and over 50 presentations, delegates at AusRAIL 2024 have the unique opportunity to tailor their experience to their professional interests and needs.

AusRAIL 2024 features a two-day conference and the largest AusRAIL exhibition ever, four social events, and an impressive program of local and international speakers, panels, concurrent sessions, and workshops.?AusRAIL 2024 attendees have access to:

• An exhibition floor with 120+ exhibitors
• Keynote addresses from international and local industry leaders
• A record 13 concurrent sessions covering 20+ specialised topics
• Interactive Workshops
• Four social functions, a Golf Day and a fun run/walk
• Site tours
• Facilitated networking in the exhibition

Thank you to our AusRAIL 2024 partners