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Month: September 2014

Transport & Logistics

Local builders out as two contest for Melbourne Metro

The list of potential builders for 25 new trains for Melbourne has been narrowed to two, and neither of the two local train factories are reported to still be in the bidding. Chinese state-owned China North Rail and Korea’s Rotem are the two remaining bidders for the Victorian state government’s contract to build 25 new…

10 Sep 2014, by Informa Insights

Healthcare

Close-Up: Peter L. Field

Mr Peter L. Field, FRACS, is a Vascular Surgeon at the Royal Melbourne and Epworth Hospitals and Chairman of the Victorian Surgical Consultative Council. Peter will be speaking at the 2nd annual Managing the Deteriorating Patient Conference, taking place on the 22nd and 23rd September, at Novotel Melbourne on Collins, on the topic "Surgical Patient Deterioration:…

9 Sep 2014, by Informa Insights

Healthcare

Sidetember – Feel the burns…

1 in 12 Australians is currently living with a Brain Injury. From one too many concussions on the sports field, to falls on the half pipe, surf stacks and cycling collisions, brain injuries halt the lives of those in their prime. Sidetember wants to get them moving again – back on the board, the bike and…

8 Sep 2014, by Informa Insights

Banking & Finance

What changes are the federal government looking to introduce regarding anti-money laundering legislation?

In December 2013, the federal government revealed that a statutory review of anti-money laundering legislation was underway. Justice Minister Michael Keenan said the Anti-Money Laundering and Counter-Terrorism Financing (AML/CTF) Act 2006 will be scrutinised in an effort to continue preventing criminal activity in this area. "The Coalition government is committed to protecting Australia's financial system,…

8 Sep 2014, by Informa Insights

Business

8 tips to attract more visitors to your stand

A conference or exhibition can be an excellent opportunity for your business to generate leads, advocate its brand and network effectively with potential suppliers and partners. However, not only is it a challenge to attract attendees to your stand, ensuring they remain engaged once you've got their attention may also be tricky. With a little…

5 Sep 2014, by Informa Insights

Healthcare

Caring for the carers

A common saying is that when a person acquires a brain injury (ABI) they are not the only victims. The whole family suffers from an ABI. When working with people with ABI more often than not you will also be working with their families, and other support people, both formal and informal. It is important…

5 Sep 2014, by Informa Insights

Mining & Resources

Program launch: Mining South Australia

South Australia has a rich mining and resources industry which has shown unprecedented development over the years, with major operating mines increasing from 4 to 21 and 30 major developments reported to be currently underway.* With this mind, the 8th annual Mining South Australia conference will provide a timely update from some of South Australia’s key resource…

4 Sep 2014, by Informa Insights

Infrastructure

What are the benefits of adhering to ISO 5500X if it is not mandatory?

The Asset Management & Maintenance Conference 2014 is just two weeks away and includes a cross-industry approach to managing and maintaining assets. The speaker line-up includes, Dr Reyhaneh Hesami, Yarra Trams, Adrian Rowland, Tigerair, Stewart Bell, Powerlink and Michael Mason, Auckland Transport. Please view the full program here.Key speakers will take part in a panel…

4 Sep 2014, by Informa Insights

Infrastructure

Transport & Logistics

The benefits and challenges of ISO 5500X

Peter Kohler, Principal Instructor at The Asset Management College and AMBoK Commissioner at AM Council will be speaking at the Asset Management & Maintenance Conference, taking place in Brisbane on 16th and 17th September.We had the chance to speak with Peter recently about the benefits and challenges of ISO 5500X.Do you think the journey to…

4 Sep 2014, by Informa Insights

Mining & Resources

Close-Up: Adam J Bond

Since early 2014, Adam J Bond has been Project Manager of Linc Energy’s SAPEX business, which holds all of the Company’s petroleum and mineral licences in South Australia. Adam is responsible for driving the exploration and development of Linc Energy’s vast shale oil and gas assets primarily in the Arckaringa Basin. Adam joined Linc Energy…

4 Sep 2014, by Informa Insights

Infrastructure

Australia’s largest equipment hire company talks about customer needs

Australia's largest equipment hire company - Coates Hire - has been in the industry for more than 126 years. As the Number One Ticket Holder at the CCF National Conference, taking place from 22nd and 25th October in Adelaide, Rafi Tchopourian, Group Manager of Specialist Business from Coates Hire joins us to talk about the changing landscape…

3 Sep 2014, by Informa Insights

Mining & Resources

Chinalco Yunnan Copper Resources’ view on Mount Isa

In the lead-up to the 9th Annual Exploring and Mining the Isa Conference, we had the chance to speak to Mr Paul Williams, Managing Director of Chinalco Yunnan Copper Resources about the developments of its projects in the Mount Isa region, and the company’s initiatives to engage with local stakeholders and the community. Mr Paul Williams shares…

2 Sep 2014, by Informa Insights