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Transport & Logistics
Q&A Session: Expanding the knowledge base of derailment investigations in Australia
Mal Kains, Incident Investigation Manager, Brookfield Rail joins us for an analysis of the evolution of derailment investigations in Australia. He provides an insight into the “busy, interesting and challenging” job of derailment investigations and discusses the main purpose and objectives of rail safety investigations while looking towards the future training and development of rail…
12 Jun 2012, by Informa InsightsTransport & Logistics
Challenges for the rail supply sector: Q&A with ARA’s Garry Whiting
With the 2012 Rail Suppliers Forum just five weeks away, we spoke with ARA General Manager Suppliers and Forum Chair, Garry Whiting to discuss the issues impacting the rail supply sector. What do you think are the main challenges for the rail supply sector in 2012 and beyond? I think that forecasting accurately the levels…
11 Jun 2012, by Informa InsightsTransport & Logistics
Update on the Regional Rail Link Project: Q&A with Metro Trains Melbourne
Metro Trains Melbourne will be presenting their case study, "Regional Rail Link Project Update" at RISSB's National Rail Turnouts Workshop next month. We had the chance to catch up with them last week and ask a few questions about the project and its impact on the communities involved. Here's a transcript of our Q&A with Metro…
29 May 2012, by Informa InsightsTransport & Logistics
How do we prepare Australian airports for the future?
Intensifying urban encroachment, changes in aviation security requirements and the implementation of new technologies to enable a more seamless passenger journey: Modern airports are facing many challenges in their pursuit to operate their facilities efficiently and cost-effectively. Australian airports play a crucial role in ensuring the nation’s mobility and supporting regional economic growth. Increasing passenger…
23 May 2012, by Informa InsightsTransport & Logistics
Understanding the real costs to daily car trips
Australian cities are confronted with worsening traffic congestion – a trend that has significant negative economic effects. A recent Sydney study by Booz and CO has found that bus congestion between the Sydney Harbour Bridge and the City alone is costing the state and commuters $13 million a year in lost revenue and wasted time.…
4 May 2012, by Informa InsightsTransport & Logistics
Australia leading the World in Aviation Security
The 7th annual Asia Pacific AVSEC 2012 continued its tradition of attracting key players and decision makers from the aviation security sector both nationally and internationally. The event provided a unique and relaxed networking platform that offered speakers and delegates the opportunity to engage in a thorough debate about aviation security today and in the…
27 Apr 2012, by Informa InsightsTransport & Logistics
Q&A Session: Reflections from the IHMA Congress Chairman
Looking forward to welcoming Congress attendees this May to the ‘land of a thousand welcomes’, Capt. Pat Farnan, Chairman, IHMA Congress 2012 & Harbour Master and Operations Manager, Port of Cork Company, Ireland highlights Cork’s maritime history and the links between Cork and the IHMA. As this circle becomes complete, he also reflects on the…
24 Apr 2012, by Informa InsightsTransport & Logistics
Planning transport for active and healthy regional communities
Australia’s population is expected to reach 35 million by 2050 and the nation’s regional towns will play an important role in supporting sustainable growth and connecting people with employment hubs. Transit-oriented development will be pivotal in ensuring that regional centres remain healthy and sustainable communities as they continue to grow. We had the chance to…
23 Apr 2012, by Informa InsightsTransport & Logistics
Rail Safety 2012 focuses on the human element of safety
The 12th Annual RISSB Rail Safety Conference was held on March 28th and 29th in Sydney which saw more than 140 representatives from across the rail industry – both in Australia and further abroad – come together to explore the “weak links in rail safety” with a particular focus on the human element of safety.…
17 Apr 2012, by Informa InsightsTransport & Logistics
trackSAFE Foundation Launch
AusRAIL PLUS 2011 received an exclusive preview into the trackSAFE Foundation initiative and the official launch took place last night at the Annual RISSB Rail Safety conference dinner. An Australian-first, the not-for-profit national foundation has four focuses: 1. Improving level crossing safety 2. Reducing the number of people trespassing on train tracks and rail property…
29 Mar 2012, by Informa InsightsInforma Connect Australia is the nation's leading event organiser. Our events comprise of large scale exhibitions, industry conferences and highly specialised corporate training.
