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We’re delighted to introduce a new outlook to the Rail Turnouts workshop format 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.
RENEWED 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 7: R&D and training
NEW to 2025 |
Track to Success: Practical Problem-Solving Session
Informa Australia are excited to unveil a game-changing addition to Rail Turnouts this year: Track to Success: Practical Problem-Solving Session! Designed to push the boundaries of creative thinking and teamwork, this feature promises to encourage collaboration & tackle real world problems. Join in discussions with industry leaders, specialists and consumers and share ideas with the rail community.
David Julian Price, Professional Speaker and Facilitator
Mark your calendars today and join us in March 2025 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
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
Brendan Day
Senior Rail Engineer, Network & Infrastructure, PTA WA
Sid Prajapati
Senior Project Engineer, John Holland
Luke Pleasance
Track and Civil Engineering Manager, ARTC
Agenda
2025 Sponsors
2025 Exhibitor
Partners
Pricing
Early bird rate expires 31 Jan 2025
| Early bird | Standard | |
| Standard Pass – RAIL TURNOUTS | $1,295.00 + GST | $1,595.00 + GST |
| Standard Pass – RAIL TURNOUTS (Young Rail Professionals) | $695.00 + GST | $895.00 + GST |
| Virtual Pass – RAIL TURNOUTS | $895.00 + GST | $995.00 + GST |
| Virtual Pass – RAIL TURNOUTS (Young Rail Professionals) | $350.00 + GST | $450.00 + GST |
| Standard Pass – HEAVY HAUL RAIL + RAIL TURNOUTS | $2,952.00 + GST | $3,512.00 + GST |
| Standard Pass – HEAVY HAUL RAIL + RAIL TURNOUTS (Young Rail Professionals) | $1,512.00 + GST | $1,832.00 + GST |
| Virtual Pass – HEAVY HAUL RAIL + RAIL TURNOUTS | $1,992.00 + GST | $2,392.00 + GST |
| Virtual Pass – HEAVY HAUL RAIL + RAIL TURNOUTS (Young Rail Professionals) | $916.00 + GST | $1,156.00 + GST |
| Heavy Haul Rail Dinner – (27 March 2025 | Crown Perth | 7:00pm – 10:30pm) | $275 + GST | $275 + GST |
*Young Rail Professionals rate eligibility – Reduced registration fees are available to young rail professionals, aged 35 years old and under on 26 March 2025 to attend.
Note: You will be required to provide ID on the day of the event.
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: Sarah.Ingram@informa.com
Heavy Haul Rail Conference
We are holding our 13th Annual Heavy Haul Rail Conference alongside Rail Turnouts Workshop. To be held on the 26-27 March 2025, 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 OFFER: A 20% DISCOUNT WHEN REGISTERING FOR BOTH THE HEAVY HAUL RAIL CONFERENCE AND RAIL TURNOUTS WORKSHOP
Visit the website for more details
Heavy Haul Rail Dinner
27 March 2025 | Crown Perth | 7:00pm – 10:30pm
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 27th March at the Crown Perth and includes our guest speaker plus the presentation to our Next Generation Conference Scholarships. Attendees must register to attend the conference as well.
Event Images
Below is a slide show of images from the 2024 Rail Turnouts
To view all images from the event, view our Flickr album.
Testimonials
Hear what our 2024 attendees had to say:
“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.
Streamly • On-Demand video vault
Streamly is a new video platform from Informa Connect – hosting hours of session recordings from our events and more. Select the Streamly add-on at the checkout to receive year round access to exclusive On-Demand session recordings from all of our related transport events*. Login information will be sent post event. For more information visit our Streamly page.
* Note: In a minority of cases, speakers may request their sessions to be excluded from Streamly access.
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
info@informa.com.au
Sponsorship & Exhibition Opportunities
Sarah Ingram
+61 406 530 043
Sarah.Ingram@informa.com
Speaking Enquiries
Laura Horwell
Conference Producer
Laura.Horwell@informa.com
Marketing & Media Enquiries
Paul O’Connor
Paul.c.Oconnor@informa.com