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Building on the revised ‘back-to-basics’ foundational outlook, the Rail Turnouts workshop returns in 2026 with a renewed focus on the transfer of industry knowledge and technical expertise via shared learnings, the practical applications of specialist case studies and an overview of current trends and emerging technologies.
The workshop is tailored to those looking for a detailed guide, or fresh perspectives on the rail turnouts challenges of track construction, signalling of turnouts, maintenance and management. Experts within the industry will explore innovative solutions to the real challenges faced and work towards industry solutions.
MODULES & UPDATED TOPICS TO BE ADDRESSED INCLUDE:
- Module 1: Introduction to fundamentals
- Module 2: Design and engineering
- Module 3: Signalling
- Module 4: Manufacturing and assembly
- Module 5: Turnout supply and installation
- Module 6: Maintenance
- Module 8: Practical problem-solving
- Module 7: R&D and training
Submit a case study, challenge or opportunity
Bringing together industry leaders, specialist engineers, RIMs and suppliers, the Rail Turnouts Workshop is the perfect environment to share learnings, collaborate and address real world problems with peers.
Submit your case study, challenge or opportunity directly to Tina Karas at [email protected]
Mark your calendars today and join us in April 2026 for this intensive one-day workshop focusing on fundamental technical knowledge from a range of experts working across rail turnouts.
Why attend this crucial industry workshop?
The industry’s construction boom has highlighted the demand for specialist rail skills. One of the key challenges relating to rail turnouts is the declining knowledge base and this workshop offers the opportunity to build on this knowledge for the future while refreshing skills with an update on the new products, solutions and innovations related to rail turnouts.
This workshop represents the industry’s chance to:
- Consolidate the existing knowledge base
- Pass first-hand the knowledge to those coming into the industry
- Retain industry expertise in a form that ensures it is easily passed on in the future
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2025 Speakers
Joe McGinlay
Manager Engineering, Rail Systems, Rio Tinto
Victoria Kent
Specialist in Leadership Development, Rio Tinto Leadership Academy, Rio Tinto
Dr Elias Kassa
Principal Engineer and Team Leader, Monash Institute of Railway Technology
Daniel Cuddy
Engineering Manager, voestalpine Railway Systems Australia
Darcy Carroll
Deputy Engineering Manager, Vossloh Cogifer Australia
Lisa Allsopp
Program Manager, Rail Revitalisation Program, John Holland
Crispian Fitzhardinge
Senior Standards Manager, RISSB
Ivan Vidovic
Managing Director, CTO, voestalpine Signaling UK
Glenn Lorenz
Engineering Manager, Vossloh Australia
Jodie Matheson
Standards Development Manager, RISSB
Sid Prajapati
Senior Project Engineer, John Holland
Luke Pleasance
Track and Civil Engineering Manager, ARTC
Sean McAllister
Project Lead - Major Projects, Arc Infrastructure
Kate James
Project Manager, DT Infrastructure
Agostino Carfi
Reliability Engineer, ARTC
Michael Clarke
Senior Mechanical Track Design Engineer, Queensland Rail
Robin Stevens
Manager Track and Alignment Design, Queensland Rail
Pierre-Henri Bougeant
Head of Digitalisation, Vossloh
Agenda
2025 Sponsors
2025 Exhibitor
Partners
Exhibition Networking Drinks
Unwind with a relaxing drink at the Exhibition Networking Drinks which will bring together participants from both the Signalling and Rail Turnouts Workshops.
Function available to sponsor
Pricing
| Super Early Bird | Early Bird | Full Rate | |
| Standard Pass – RAIL TURNOUTS | $1,295.00 + GST | $1,395.00 + GST | $1,595.00 + GST |
| Standard Pass – RAIL TURNOUTS (Young Rail Professionals) | $695.00 + GST | $795.00 + GST | $895.00 + GST |
| Standard Pass – HEAVY HAUL RAIL + RAIL TURNOUTS | $3,136.50 + GST | $3,306.50 + GST | $3,731.50 + GST |
| Standard Pass – HEAVY HAUL RAIL + RAIL TURNOUTS (Young Rail Professionals) | $1,606.50 + GST | $1,776.50 + GST | $1,946.50 + GST |
| Heavy Haul Rail Dinner – (23 April 2026 | Crown Perth | 7:00pm – 10:30pm) | $275 + GST | $275 + GST | $275 + GST |
- Super early bird rate expires 8 August 2025
- Early bird rate expires 30 January 2026
*Young Rail Professionals rate eligibility – Reduced registration fees are available to young rail professionals, aged 35 years old and under on 21 April 2026 to attend.
Note: You will be required to provide ID on the day of the event.
Sponsors Profiles
Voestalpine Railway Systems
Voestalpine Railway Systems is the global leader for railway infrastructure system solutions, offering outstanding products, logistics and services for rails, turnouts, signalling and monitoring applications. Creating maximum customer benefit is the driving force behind all activities of the group.
Vossloh
Established in Australia in 2006, Vossloh Australia purchased the railway products division of Thompsons Kelly & Lewis, which has a 150-year history in the railway industry. To this day, Vossloh’s Headquarters and one production site are still located on the same grounds in Castlemaine with expansion and relocation to take place 40km up the road in Epsom where a state-of-the-art new facility has been built.
VCA are leading experts in turnout design and manufacture. Our scope of services includes complex turnout design for dual gauge rail and diamonds, through to performing Wheel Rail Interfacing and Finite Element Analysis.
Vossloh has 2 turnout production facilities within Australia, one in Castlemaine, Victoria which supplies the east coast and South Australia, and one in Kewdale in WA, which supplies the west coast of Australia. From a global standpoint, Vossloh has successfully supplied networks with Turnouts and special track work in the sectors of High Speed, Heavy Haul, Metro and Tramway. With manufacturing and design facilities in over 30 countries that supply various rail related componentry to over 90 countries worldwide. Vossloh is perfectly placed to provide insight and consultation as Australia move to implement High Speed Rail.
DT Infrastructure
DT Infrastructure is a trusted provider of engineering and construction solutions, specialising in Defence, transport and infrastructure. DTI offers a unique synergy of local expertise in complex projects and the global perspective of multinational parent company, Gamuda Berhad, with a focus on engineering innovation, collaborative contracting and leading sustainability practices.
Sponsorship & Exhibition
The Rail Turnouts 2025 conference offers a unique platform for experts in all aspects of the turnout lifecycle to share knowledge and network with key industry stakeholders and suppliers. Please email Sarah Ingram for a copy of the sponsorship prospectus, or call to discuss the branding, thought leadership and exhibition opportunities available.
Sarah Ingram
Sponsorship & Exhibitions Manager
P: 0406 530 043
E: [email protected]
Heavy Haul Rail Conference
We are holding our 14th Annual Heavy Haul Rail Conference alongside Rail Turnouts Workshop. To be held on the 22-23 April 2026, the event will showcase the best in local and international project expertise and will give attendees an understanding of the strategic directions of the major industry players together with an update on developments in equipment, technology and maintenance to ensure efficient, safe and reliable operations.
SPECIAL DISCOUNT WHEN REGISTERING FOR BOTH THE HEAVY HAUL RAIL CONFERENCE AND RAIL TURNOUTS WORKSHOP
Visit the website for more details
Heavy Haul Rail Dinner
23 April 2026 | Crown Perth | 7:00pm – 10:30pm
Featuring the return of the successful Australian Heavy Haul Rail (AHHR) Awards, come together to celebrate and reflect on the learnings and industry achievements showcased at this exciting event
Commencing with pre-dinner drinks at 6.30pm, the Heavy Haul Rail Conference dinner takes place on the evening of the 23rd April at the Crown Perth and also includes our guest speaker plus the presentation to our Next Generation Conference Scholarships. Attendees must register to attend the conference as well.
Testimonials
“Good discussions, new connections, good presentations, top organisation!”
“Really good content from all the presenters.”
“Good technical information on the maintenance/construction challenges of Turnouts, good to meet new people in Rail Industry.”
“I was happy to see a huge turnout of participation including from overseas.”
“The information was up to date and very detailed.”
ConnectMe + Streamly
ConnectMe • Networking enhanced
All of our events utilise a bespoke dynamic smartphone app, ConnectMe – which guarantees attendees a premium event experience. Logins are sent prior to the conference commencement allowing you to check who’s attending, schedule in meetings and catch ups, participate in live Q+A and interactive polls, and much more. ConnectMe ensures you never miss a beat prior, during and post event.
Event Code of Conduct
We want everyone who comes to our events to have a great experience. This code explains our expectations and rules, which includes general good practice behaviour, and how to report anything witnessed or experienced that goes against them. Read our Event Code of Conduct here.
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contact
Still have a question?
General Information & Registration
Customer Service
+61 2 9080 4307
[email protected]
Sponsorship & Exhibition Opportunities
Sarah Ingram
+61 406 530 043
[email protected]
Speaking Enquiries
Tina Karas
General Manager
[email protected]
Marketing & Media Enquiries
Paul O’Connor
[email protected]