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SUMMARY:EA Thought Leaders Series (Webinar): What’s driving technological changes in transportation?
DESCRIPTION:About the event: \nThis thought leadership series takes a deeper dive into how we can support Australia’s shift to electric mobility. Namely\, how do we reduce greenhouse gas emissions through electric mobility in the transport sector\, which is the fastest-growing greenhouse gas emitting sector in the world\, and what technology will be used to support this transition safety\, efficiently\, and reliably? \nThis webinar will focus on: \n\nRailway infrastructure and technology in power electronics (e.g. GTO to IGBT\, integrated auxiliary converters for high-efficiency systems\, and digitalisation)\neMobility and performance and reliability improvement\, retrofitting diesel mechanic to diesel-electric\, advanced battery technology\, safety and EU standards relative to LTO\, the impact of ambient temperature on chemistry)\nTransport modes (include low-voltage IEC motors\, and traction converters)\nWhat are the advancements and challenges in implementing electric powertrains\, hybridized battery systems\, and more electrified transport technologies in advanced systems\n\nReferencing case study examples including an ABB and South Australian Department for Infrastructure and Transport (DIT) case study on the recent SA diesel-hybrid train fleet conversion with ABB technology. \nWho should attend: \nThis event is highly relevant for Rail transportation / Consultants\, Government\, Engineers\, Operators\, Project Managers\, Sustainability Managers\, Service Providers\, train manufacturers and train developers/designers. You do not need to be an Engineers Australia member to attend. \nIn partnership with
URL:https://www.rtsa.com.au/events/ea-thought-leaders-series-webinar-whats-driving-technological-changes-in-transportation/
LOCATION:New South Wales
CATEGORIES:Events,New South Wales and ACT Events,New Zealand Events,Queensland Events,South Australia Events,Victoria and Tasmania Events,Western Australia Events
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Sydney:20230322T090000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Sydney:20230322T110000
DTSTAMP:20230228T025453Z
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SUMMARY:NSW/ACT Chapter Event: Site Visit - Sydney Metro Trains Facility South
DESCRIPTION:The RTSA NSW/ACT Chapter and the Institute of Engineering and Technology (IET) NSW Branch have teamed up to arrange a site visit to Sydney Metro Trains Facility (South) (SMTF-S) at 09:00-11:00am on Wednesday 22nd March. \nThis tour will include a presentation by Systems Connect and Sydney Metro and a tour of the Sydney Metro Train Facility South site. \nPlease note that spaces are limited and will be allocated on a first-come-first-served basis\, click here for more information on the IET website and to register. \nAbout the site visit\nThe SMTFS site is located in Marrickville and is bounded by Sydney Steel Road and Edinburgh Road to the north\, Railway Parade to the east\, Sydenham Pit and Drainage Pumping Station to the southwest and the Sydney Trains rail corridor to the southeast. \nSydney Metro Trains Facility South will primarily be used for the stabling of trains while also being used to carry out light corrective maintenance to trains and related equipment also providing a secondary storage area. The facility will include the following key elements: \n\nA new stabling yard\nA new depot security centre and fire pump building\nA new maintenance workshop\nA new logistics shed\, associated external storage and bin store\nA new administration and depot control centre building\nA new ground water treatment plant\nNew hi-rail\, employee and visitor parking\nAssociated landscaping architecture works\n\nJoin us for a site visit starting with a presentation from System Connect and Sydney Metro on the delivery of the works and a site visit \nThe project has been designed with the following objectives in mind: \nBeing responsive to distinct contexts and communities \nSydney Metro’s identity is stronger for the unique conditions of centres and communities through which it passes. This local character is to be embraced through distinctive station architecture and public domain that is well integrated with the inherited urban fabric of existing places. It is intended that the trains facility and dive structure respond to their immediate context in a sympathetic way. The urban/community impact to streetscape and neighbourhood is a primary consideration. \nDelivering an enduring and sustainable legacy for Sydney  \nSydney Metro is a positive legacy for future generations. A high standard of design across the corridor\, stations and station precincts\, that sets a new benchmark\, is vital to ensuring the longevity of the Metro system\, its enduring contribution to civic life and an ability to adapt to a changing city over time. New built elements are to reflect the Sydney Metro identity\, being modern\, sophisticated and of its place and time. Screening and planting has been included where possible to minimise visual impact. The materials and construction used will have the necessary qualities to be serviceable\, and endurable enough to meet the required “Design Life”. Care in the detailing and finishing will ensure the buildings continue to be safe\, clean and present well with minimal maintenance. Service facilities by nature are required to be robust. Material choice will reflect the need to be ‘fit for purpose’. \n  \nSydney Metro Train Facility (South) Site Tour poster
URL:https://www.rtsa.com.au/events/nsw-act-chapter-event-smtf-s-site-visit/
LOCATION:New South Wales
CATEGORIES:Events,New South Wales and ACT Events
ORGANIZER;CN="Railway Technical Society of Australasia":MAILTO:memberservices@engineersaustralia.org.au
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20230428
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20230429
DTSTAMP:20230418T224624Z
CREATED:20230418T011311Z
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UID:4417-1682640000-1682726399@www.rtsa.com.au
SUMMARY:NSW/ACT Chapter Event: Site Visit - Canberra Light Rail Site Tour
DESCRIPTION:Canberra Light Rail Site Tour \nThis tour will include a presentation by CMET and a walk around of the Operations Control Centre and maintenance facility. \nPlease note that spaces are strictly limited and exclusively offered to RTSA members\, prior to public access – click here to register today\, registrations close on Tuesday 25th April! \n  \nWhen: \nFriday 28 April 2023 12:00-15:00 \n  \nWhere: \nThe core tour will start at Alinga St stop in Civic and conclude at the CMET facility in Mitchell. \nThere are options to join RTSA representatives after the formal tour concludes\, for a trip on the rest of the light rail to Gungahlin\, before proceeding back to Civic (arriving approx. 16:15). \n  \nSchedule: \n12:00   Meet at Alinga St. terminus. \n12:15   Depart on the CMET service. \n12:30   Alight at the Sandford St. stop. \n12:45   Arrive CMET Mitchell for presentation and site tour. \n14:45   Core tour concludes at CMET Mitchell. \n  \nHealth and safety requirements: \nPlease note that CMET is a drug and alcohol-free site and that visitors may be randomly selected and breathalysed on their arrival on site. A blood-alcohol concentration of 0.00 is required to be allowed on to site. \nPlease do not attend the tour if you are feeling unwell. \n  \nAttire and PPE: \nLong sleeve shirts and pants are required\, and full PPE must be worn on site: orange hi-vis vest\, hard hat or bump hat\, capped boots\, safety glasses and gloves (carried on). \n  \nPhotography and videography: \nWe request that no photos or videos are taken during the tour. Unless expressed permission is granted by CMET. \nPhotographs and/or video of you may be taken at this event by the RTSA or CMET. \n  \nRegistration: \nhttps://cvent.me/lLD1Ar
URL:https://www.rtsa.com.au/events/nsw-act-chapter-event-site-visit-canberra-light-rail-site-tour/
LOCATION:New South Wales
CATEGORIES:Events,New South Wales and ACT Events
ORGANIZER;CN="Railway Technical Society of Australasia":MAILTO:memberservices@engineersaustralia.org.au
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20230518T170000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20230518T180000
DTSTAMP:20230501T062259Z
CREATED:20230501T062042Z
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UID:4431-1684429200-1684432800@www.rtsa.com.au
SUMMARY:On-Line Event: From big data to building the first autonomous train
DESCRIPTION:Overview\nRio Tinto’s autonomous train is 2.4km long\, consists of three locomotives and carries around 28\,000 tonnes of iron ore\, it travels over 280km. It’s the world’s first fully autonomous\, long distance\, heavy-haul rail network. The trains are giant autonomous robots because once they are set on their course\, they make all the decisions. \nThe AutoHaul™ team monitor the trains remotely from the Operations Centre in Perth (over 1\,500km away)\, they set the route and once the train is running the on-board computers and the computers in the Operations Centre take over and control the train. From setting the speed\, to avoiding collisions\, checking for obstructions at crossings and verifying there are no faults\, damage or broken couplings. \nLearn more about the innovation behind this world-first technology. \n \nAbout the speaker\nLido Costa\, MIEAust CPEng NER APEC Engineer IntPE(Aus)\, Lead Technical Engineer\, Rio Tinto \nLido was the Lead Technical Engineer on the AutoHaul® Driverless Trains system. Lido was part of the project delivery leadership team responsible for all technical aspects of the system. As Technical Authority\, Lido was accountable for approving technical changes to the AutoHaul® system. This role represented the most senior level of engineering oversight for the AutoHaul® system\, on behalf of RTIO\, including approving of System Hardware and Software Architecture and Safety Assurance strategy. Lido has over 35 years’ experience in Railway Signalling\, Communications and Control Systems with leading roles in projects in Europe (such as the Madrid – Seville High Speed Line)\, Asia\, Africa and Australia. Lido is a Chartered Professional Engineer (Aus) and a Fellow of the Institute for Railway Signalling Engineers (FIRSE) UK. \n  \nTo register\, click on the link below.
URL:https://www.rtsa.com.au/events/on-line-event-from-big-data-to-building-the-first-autonomous-train/
LOCATION:New South Wales
CATEGORIES:Events,New South Wales and ACT Events,New Zealand Events,Queensland Events,South Australia Events,Victoria and Tasmania Events,Western Australia Events
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20230608T183000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20230608T203000
DTSTAMP:20230601T041003Z
CREATED:20230601T041003Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230601T041003Z
UID:4498-1686249000-1686256200@www.rtsa.com.au
SUMMARY:Webinar: Overview of Acoustic Engineering in Rail
DESCRIPTION:Overview\nIn this presentation\, you will learn about the general aspects of acoustic engineering in practice\, environmental noise emissions\, station PA acoustics\, railcar internal noise levels\, and more. \nLearning outcomes\n\nAcoustic engineering and it’s application in tunnel engineering.\nUnderstanding acoustic engineering.\nNoise modelling and noise mitigation.\n\nAbout the presenter\nTim Ryan\, Victorian Acoustics Manager\, WSP \nTim is the Victorian Acoustics Manager at WSP. He has over a decade of experience working as a professional and acoustic consultant in Melbourne with internationally recognised noise and vibration consultancies. \nTim’s experience in policy interpretation\, acoustic design and project delivery spans across the fields of property and buildings\, major transport\, energy and defence. Tim has been responsible for leading and managing acoustics projects around Australia and internationally\, particularly multi-disciplinary efforts with specialists from both the property and environment sectors. He has significant experience in stakeholder and community consultation in a variety of projects\, giving Tim the empathy and capability to deliver excellent results to his clients. \n  \nTo register\, click on the link below.
URL:https://www.rtsa.com.au/events/webinar-overview-of-acoustic-engineering-in-rail/
LOCATION:New South Wales
CATEGORIES:Events,New South Wales and ACT Events,New Zealand Events,Queensland Events,South Australia Events,Victoria and Tasmania Events,Western Australia Events
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20230619
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20230622
DTSTAMP:20221213T042519Z
CREATED:20221213T042519Z
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UID:4267-1687132800-1687391999@www.rtsa.com.au
SUMMARY:RTSA Conference on Railway Excellence (CORE) 2023
DESCRIPTION:
URL:https://www.rtsa.com.au/events/rtsa-conference-on-railway-excellence-core-2023/
LOCATION:Melbourne Convention and Exhibition Centre\, Melbourne\, Victoria\, Australia
CATEGORIES:Events,New South Wales and ACT Events,New Zealand Events,Queensland Events,South Australia Events,Victoria and Tasmania Events,Western Australia Events
ORGANIZER;CN="Railway Technical Society of Australasia":MAILTO:memberservices@engineersaustralia.org.au
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Sydney:20230817T183000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Sydney:20230817T230000
DTSTAMP:20230623T070914Z
CREATED:20230601T043916Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230623T070914Z
UID:4504-1692297000-1692313200@www.rtsa.com.au
SUMMARY:NSW Chapter Event: RTAA and RTSA Annual Dinner
DESCRIPTION:Both Associations are celebrating special milestones this year with the RTAA’s 50th and the RTSA’s 25th anniversaries. Join us for a 3 course meal\, beverages and networking with your industry colleagues to help mark these special milestones \n \nRegistrations are open – Click Here \n 
URL:https://www.rtsa.com.au/events/nsw-chapter-event-rtaa-and-rtsa-annual-dinner-2/
LOCATION:Crown Sydney\, Barangaroo Avenue Sydney\, NSW\, Australia
CATEGORIES:Events,New South Wales and ACT Events
ORGANIZER;CN="Railway Technical Society of Australasia":MAILTO:memberservices@engineersaustralia.org.au
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Sydney:20230906T173000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Sydney:20230906T193000
DTSTAMP:20230727T004043Z
CREATED:20230705T005344Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230727T004043Z
UID:4612-1694021400-1694028600@www.rtsa.com.au
SUMMARY:NSW Chapter Event: AS 7501 and compliance certification
DESCRIPTION:Join the RTSA NSW Chapter and Michael Horgan (Principal Electrical Engineer\, Rail Confidence) in person at the Engineers Australia office in Sydney\, for a presentation on AS 7501 and compliance certification – not just ticking boxes\, on the evening of 6th September. \nClick here to register on the Engineers Australia website. \nEvent Overview\n\n5.30pm: Registration open and networking\n6.00pm: Presentation commence\n7.00pm: Presentation conclude and further networking\n7.30pm: Event close\n\nRefreshments and drinks will be provided. \nSince the Rail Industry Safety and Standards Board (RISSB) released AS7501 especially\, the use of Independent Certification has become part of the rolling stock acquisition project compliance landscape. \nWhile AS7501 was developed to provide a standard method for certifying rolling stock compliance to facilitate network registration of rolling stock\, there is significant value that can be obtained from implementing the AS7501 process. \nThis talk will consider how AS7501 supports the rolling stock registration processes. The Independent Certifier (IC) process will also be shown to be one of the key pillars of the assurance framework for a rolling stock procurement project. It will also highlight the additional value that an organisation can obtain by introducing AS7501 independent certification. AS7501 is not just a box ticking exercise. It has the potential to be an integral part of the risk management process and improve the outcomes of rolling stock acquisition projects.\nThere have been many large rolling stock acquisition projects in Australia in recent years. Since the Rail Industry Safety and Standards Board (RISSB) released AS7501 especially\, the use of Independent Certification has become part of the rolling stock acquisition project compliance landscape. It is important that independent certification is not seen as a box ticking exercise. \nWhile AS7501 was developed to provide a standard method for certifying rolling stock compliance to facilitate network registration of rolling stock\, there is significant value that can be obtained from implementing the AS7501 process. \nThis paper will consider how AS7501 supports the rolling stock registration processes. The Independent Certifier (IC) process will also be shown to be one of the key pillars of the assurance framework for a rolling stock procurement project. It will also highlight the additional value that an organisation can obtain by introducing AS7501 independent certification. AS7501 is not just a box ticking exercise. It has the potential to be an integral part of the risk management process and improve the outcomes of rolling stock acquisition projects. \nSpeaker\n \nMichael Horgan\nPrincipal Electrical Engineer\, Rail Confidence \nMichael Horgan is a highly experienced Principal Consultant and Rolling Stock Engineer who has spent his entire career in rail. He has worked for both private and public organisations across passenger and freight rail. Michael has extensive experience in rolling stock maintenance\, asset management\, customer management and train operations. As a consultant he has performed wide ranging roles across numerous assignments. Among others this includes Stabling and Maintenance Lead during the early design stages on one of the Sydney Metro projects\, the Lead IC for the Metronet rolling stock procurement and Electrical SME for the Queensland NGR OSAT team
URL:https://www.rtsa.com.au/events/nsw-chapter-event-as7501-and-compliance-certification/
LOCATION:Engineers Australia Sydney (Market Street)\, 44 Market Street Mezzanine Level\, Sydney\, New South Wales\, 2000\, Australia
CATEGORIES:Events,New South Wales and ACT Events
ORGANIZER;CN="Railway Technical Society of Australasia":MAILTO:memberservices@engineersaustralia.org.au
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20230913T183000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20230913T233000
DTSTAMP:20230706T033535Z
CREATED:20230502T061306Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230706T033535Z
UID:4444-1694629800-1694647800@www.rtsa.com.au
SUMMARY:Australasian Rail Industry Awards 2023
DESCRIPTION:The 2023 Australasian Rail Industry Awards will be held on Wednesday 13 September at the Crown Towers\, Melbourne. The Australasian Rail Industry Awards recognise and celebrate the achievements\, innovation\, and successes of those working in the rail industry. \nThe Infrastructure Project Excellence Award and Young Rail Professional Award\, both sponsored by RTSA\, are presented at this event. \n \nClick on the link below to purchase tickets
URL:https://www.rtsa.com.au/events/australasian-rail-industry-awards-2023/
LOCATION:Palladium Room\, Crown Towers Melbourne\, 8 Whiteman Street\, Melbourne\, Victoria\, 3006\, Australia
CATEGORIES:Events,New South Wales and ACT Events,New Zealand Events,Queensland Events,South Australia Events,Victoria and Tasmania Events,Western Australia Events
ORGANIZER;CN="Railway Technical Society of Australasia":MAILTO:memberservices@engineersaustralia.org.au
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20230919
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20230921
DTSTAMP:20230602T021646Z
CREATED:20230602T021558Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230602T021646Z
UID:4507-1695081600-1695254399@www.rtsa.com.au
SUMMARY:International Workshop on Railway Brake Research (On-line)
DESCRIPTION:Brakes are indispensable and safety-critical systems for all types of railway trains including passenger (high-speed\, metro\, tram\, etc.) and freight trains (heavy-haul\, intermodal\, etc.). Safe and efficient railway operations require a good understanding of brakes from various parties including drivers\, maintenance crews\, manufacturers\, and design engineers. Brake research helps to expand and deepen the knowledge about railway train brakes. \nDriven by the rapid development of Intelligent Transport Systems and the ever-increasing demands for faster and heavier trains\, as well as energy savings and sustainability\, railway brake research has seen a new wave of interests from the industry and academia. Under these situations\, we propose an International Workshop on Railway Brake Research to boost brake research. The International Workshop on Railway Brake Research will be virtually hosted by CRE of Central Queensland University (Australia) and DIEF of University of Florence (Italy) from 19-20 September 2023. This virtual conference will bring together the latest research to achieve a better understanding of the behaviour and mechanisms of railway brake systems and associated phenomena. \nTopics of interest include\, but are not limited to: \n\nPassenger and freight train brake systems Innovative brake system designs\nExperimental study and field testing of train brake systems Fluid dynamics in brake systems\nReal-time brake models including empirical models\nNumerical methods for brake modelling\nParameterisation of brake systems\nFriction and adhesion in brake systems\nCondition monitoring for brake systems\nStochastic features in brake systems\nAdaptive brake modelling for automated train driving\n\nRegister via the link below
URL:https://www.rtsa.com.au/events/international-workshop-on-railway-brake-research-on-line/
LOCATION:Virtual / On-line
CATEGORIES:Events,New South Wales and ACT Events,New Zealand Events,Queensland Events,South Australia Events,Victoria and Tasmania Events,Western Australia Events
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20231001
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20231005
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UID:4270-1696118400-1696463999@www.rtsa.com.au
SUMMARY:AREMA 2023 Annual Conference with Railway Interchange
DESCRIPTION:AREMA 2023 Annual Conference with Railway Interchange \nWhen: 01/10/2023 – 04/10/2023 \nWhere: Indiana Convention Center\, Indianapolis\, Indiana\, United States
URL:https://www.rtsa.com.au/events/arema-2023-annual-conference-with-railway-interchange/
LOCATION:New South Wales
CATEGORIES:Events,New South Wales and ACT Events,New Zealand Events,Queensland Events,South Australia Events,Victoria and Tasmania Events,Western Australia Events
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Sydney:20231018T173000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Sydney:20231018T193000
DTSTAMP:20230831T045743Z
CREATED:20230628T005237Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230831T045743Z
UID:4566-1697650200-1697657400@www.rtsa.com.au
SUMMARY:Joint TAs/ARA/RTSA Canberra Rail Event - Unleashing Australia's high speed rail future
DESCRIPTION:Overview\nWith the recent announcements of the High Speed Rail Authority and Federal Budget commitments there is no better time than now to get insights from leaders in the sector on the potential for Australia’s fast rail network. \nJames Mackay\, Risk Policy Executive Advisor at GHD\, and Natalie Currey\, General Manager Supply Chain as MC\, and network with colleagues\, engineers and policy makers over drinks and nibbles. \nThis event will serve as a platform for collaboration\, networking and knowledge sharing. Engage in a thought-provoking panel discussion\, where industry leaders share their insights on overcoming challenges and charting a transformative course for fast rail development across the nation. \nThis event will provide a glimpse into the advancements that will revolutionize transportation and connect the east coast like never before. Following the discussions and Q&A\, immerse yourself in networking with like-minded professionals in Canberra\, establish valuable connections\, and forge partnerships that will drive the fast rail industry forward. \nEmbrace the opportunity to exchange ideas\, discuss best practices\, and collaborate on ground-breaking projects that will redefine Australia’s transportation landscape. Be part of this event as we embark on a journey towards an era of connectivity for Australia. Together\, let us engineer the future of fast rail in Australia and shape a sustainable\, efficient\, and interconnected nation. \nThis event is co-hosted by the Railway Technical Society of Australasia\, Transport Australia Society\, and the Australasian Railway Association\, and sponsored by GHD. \nLearning outcomes \nIn this presentation you will learn about: \n\nHigh speed rail and the connection to Canberra\nThe current state and future of Canberra Rail\nHow Canberra rail is being planned to grow and interlink with other modes of transport.\n\nEvent program\n5:30pm: Commencement of presentation\n6:30pm: Q&A\n6:50pm: Networking\n7:30pm: Event concludes \nAbout the speakers\nJames Mackay\, Executive Advisor – Risk\, Strategy and Policy\, GHD \nJames was previously Head of Regulation and Customer Relationships at High Speed 1 (HS1) from 2018 to 2022\, the UK’s only high-speed railway and rail connection into Europe. In that time\, James led the business through its regulatory processes as well as the response to Brexit and the pandemic. Previously performed in senior regulatory roles in the NHS and Heathrow Airport Ltd. \nAlan de Reuck\, Director Strategic Projects ANZ \nAs Director Strategic Projects at Alstom Transport ANZ – Alan is responsible for the development of strategic and emerging technology business opportunities across Australia and New Zealand including Hydrogen trains. Alan is an active member of the Institute of Railway Signal Engineers and has worked in the Rail Industry for over 30 years. He is a skilled Rail Industry professional with experience across Signal Engineering\, Rolling-stock and Train Protection Systems\, General Management\, Business Development and Programme and Project Management. \nAndrew Hyles\, Acting CEO\, High Speed Rail Authority \nAndrew Hyles has spent the majority of his career in transport roles in both the public and private sectors. Prior to commencing as acting Chief Executive Officer of the High Speed Rail Authority in June 2023\, Andrew was an Assistant Secretary in the Department of Infrastructure\, Transport\, Regional Development Communications and the Arts. During this six year period\, Andrew occupied various roles leading the Air Cargo Security Branch\, the Rail Policy and Planning Branch\, the National Faster Rail Agency\, the Classification Branch and the Platforms and News Branch. \nMC: Natalie Currey\, General Manager Supply Chain\, ARA \nNatalie Currey leads the rail supply chain’s industry engagement\, industry and policy development\, related Committee and Working group facilitation and initiatives. She is also responsible for the management of the Rail Industry Worker Program and national competency development. Natalie’s work is focused on creating better systems\, processes and policies to make it easier for rail suppliers to do business\, invest in innovation and technology and achieve greater economies of scale \nClick here to register on the Engineers Australia website
URL:https://www.rtsa.com.au/events/joint-tas-ara-rtsa-canberra-rail-networking-event/
LOCATION:Engineers Australia Canberra\, 11 National Circuit\, Barton\, ACT\, 2600\, Australia
CATEGORIES:Events,New South Wales and ACT Events
ORGANIZER;CN="Railway Technical Society of Australasia":MAILTO:memberservices@engineersaustralia.org.au
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Sydney:20231025T180000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Sydney:20231025T200000
DTSTAMP:20230929T004520Z
CREATED:20230818T024408Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230929T004520Z
UID:4666-1698256800-1698264000@www.rtsa.com.au
SUMMARY:NSW Chapter Event: RTSA student rail industry networking night
DESCRIPTION:Overview\nThe Railway Technical Society of Australasia (RTSA) NSW/ACT Chapter is holding a networking night for students to meet with representatives from the rail industry. With a large pipeline of projects\, the Australian rail industry is in need of engineers to help deliver and maintain rail networks. This event will provide an opportunity to engage with professionals to learn more about the rail industry as well as the career pathways in rail. \nThe event will comprise of short sessions with various subject matter experts from the rail industry as well as introductions to graduate programs at our partnering organisations. \nOur partnering organisations include Mott MacDonald\, Transport for NSW and Alstom. \n \nRefreshments and drinks will also be provided. \nLearning outcomes\nAt this free event you will learn: \n\nThe various disciplines of rail.\nPotential career pathways into rail.\n\nEvent program\nRTSA Student Rail Industry Night Flyer \n5:30pm AEDT: Registrations open\n6:00pm AEDT: Presentation commences with Q&A session\n7:00pm AEDT: Presentation concludes and networking\n8:00pm AEDT: Event concludes \nAbout the speaker\nOliver Lake MIEAust CPEng NER\, NSW/ACT Chapter Chair for the RTSA \nOliver is a rail and rolling stock engineer currently employed at Transport for New South Wales. He has been involved in the rail industry for eight years and has experience of cross disciplinary involvement in all stages of the asset lifecycle in rolling stock and ETCS. He is also the current chair of the RTSA NSW/ACT Chapter. \nClick here to register
URL:https://www.rtsa.com.au/events/nsw-chapter-event-rtsa-student-rail-industry-networking-night/
LOCATION:Engineers Australia Sydney (Market Street)\, 44 Market Street Mezzanine Level\, Sydney\, New South Wales\, 2000\, Australia
CATEGORIES:Events,New South Wales and ACT Events
ORGANIZER;CN="Railway Technical Society of Australasia":MAILTO:memberservices@engineersaustralia.org.au
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Sydney:20231102T173000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Sydney:20231102T193000
DTSTAMP:20230927T223129Z
CREATED:20230810T083231Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230927T223129Z
UID:4642-1698946200-1698953400@www.rtsa.com.au
SUMMARY:NSW Chapter Event: Rolling stock signalling interface\, compliance and compatibility testing
DESCRIPTION:PLEASE NOTE – NEW DATE: THURSDAY 2ND NOVEMBER \nOverview \nElectrified railways use running rails for three purposes: guiding the train\, providing a return path for traction currents\, and detecting trains. These purposes have coexisted since the early 1900s. However\, the introduction of electronic traction control in the 1970s and 3-phase inverter drives in the 1990s generated high levels of complex switching harmonics that threatened the safe operation of train detection. To address this issue\, railways developed standards to specify the limits of harmonics permissible in the traction return. Although rolling stock manufacturers have found ways to minimise the threat posed by electronic switching\, it is still necessary to test every new design of rolling stock entering the rail network to ensure that it is effectively detected by the signaling system and does not produce electrical noise that can interfere with the proper operation of the signaling system. Modern trains and rolling stock can cause electrical interference that disrupts signalling train detection systems and makes it difficult to detect short and light vehicles. This paper outlines the testing and assessment methods used by a major Australian rail organisation to ensure that all new rolling stock meets the requirements of signalling systems. \nLearning outcomes: \nIn this presentation you will learn: \n\nRolling stock signalling interfaces and how these systems are used effectively.\nReview of the standards and compliance required.\nCompatibility testing and the importance to effectively test all new designs\n\nEvent program\n5:30pm: Registrations open and networking\n6:00pm: Presentation commence with Q&A session\n7:00pm: Presentation concludes and further networking\n7:30pm: Event concludes \nAbout the speaker \nPaul Szacsvay\, Associate Principal Consultant\, SNC-Lavalin Australasia \nPaul is a signalling engineer and engineering manager with more than 50 years’ experience working with major government organisations. He is a specialist in signalling technology\, with expertise in development of national standards for signalling systems\, assessment of rolling stock signalling compatibility\, evaluation\, testing and type approval of new equipment and systems\, incident investigation and signalling competency management.
URL:https://www.rtsa.com.au/events/nsw-chapter-event-rolling-stock-signalling-interface-compliance-and-compatibility-testing/
LOCATION:Engineers Australia Sydney (Market Street)\, 44 Market Street Mezzanine Level\, Sydney\, New South Wales\, 2000\, Australia
CATEGORIES:Events,New South Wales and ACT Events
ORGANIZER;CN="Railway Technical Society of Australasia":MAILTO:memberservices@engineersaustralia.org.au
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20231113
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20231117
DTSTAMP:20221213T044758Z
CREATED:20221213T044711Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20221213T044758Z
UID:4274-1699833600-1700179199@www.rtsa.com.au
SUMMARY:AusRAIL PLUS 2023
DESCRIPTION:
URL:https://www.rtsa.com.au/events/ausrail-plus-2023/
LOCATION:New South Wales
CATEGORIES:Events,New South Wales and ACT Events,New Zealand Events,Queensland Events,South Australia Events,Victoria and Tasmania Events,Western Australia Events
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20231121
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20231125
DTSTAMP:20231003T025524Z
CREATED:20230301T011742Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231003T025524Z
UID:4374-1700524800-1700870399@www.rtsa.com.au
SUMMARY:IRSE ASPECT 2023
DESCRIPTION:ASPECT is the Institution of Railway Signal Engineers (IRSE) international technical conference\, held every two years at locations around the world.  \nASPECT 2023 Programme \nThe conference will run over three days\, delivering fifty one technical papers from global industry experts on the theme of Global Integration and will also feature several related workshop sessions. \nASPECT provides an unrivalled opportunity for learning and the exchange of knowledge in the fields of train control\, railway communications\, and related disciplines. The fourth day of the conference will provide a range of technical visits to complement the three technical days. \nThanks to ASPECT 2023 being held in one of the most liveable cities in the world\, we have secured the Melbourne Convention and Exhibition Centre to host the three days of technical sessions. This world-class facility is in the heart of the Melbourne CBD and close to transport\, hotels\, and restaurants. It will take place from 08:30 Tuesday 21 to 17:00 Friday 24 November 2023 (local times). \nOne of the highlights of the week is the conference dinner which will be held at one of Melbourne’s iconic venues. Finally\, as it is a rail conference\, we have arranged a chartered steam train ride on the Puffing Billy Railway\, including site visits and evening dinner to top it off with. \nThe event has consistently attracted a wide of range of people in the industry with over 250 delegates from across the globe attending the last ASPECT conference.
URL:https://www.rtsa.com.au/events/irse-aspect-2023/
LOCATION:Melbourne Convention and Exhibition Centre\, Melbourne\, Victoria\, Australia
CATEGORIES:Events,New South Wales and ACT Events,New Zealand Events,Queensland Events,South Australia Events,Victoria and Tasmania Events,Western Australia Events
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Sydney:20231122T173000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Sydney:20231122T190000
DTSTAMP:20231120T223920Z
CREATED:20231120T222828Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231120T223920Z
UID:4808-1700674200-1700679600@www.rtsa.com.au
SUMMARY:NSW/ACT Chapter Event: AI\, machine learning: An applied mathematician's perspective
DESCRIPTION:Join the RTSA NSW/ACT Chapter and Engineers Australia’s ITEE Collegefor a presentation on AI\, machine learning: An applied mathematician’s perspective at 6:00 – 7:00 pm AEDT. \nThis is a hybrid presentation\, with a networking opportunity for those attending in person. \nClick here to register on the Engineers Australia website. \nEvent Program\nWednesday 22nd November\, online and In-person at Engineers Australia Newcastle Office\,125 Bull Street\, Newcastle West\, New South Wales\, 2302 \nIn-person:\n•    5.30 pm AEDT: Networking and refreshments provided\n•    6.00 pm AEDT: Presentation commences\n•    7.00 pm AEDT: Presentation concludes \nOnline:\n•    6.00 pm AEDT: Presentation commences\n•    7.00 pm AEDT: Presentation concludes \nOverview\nPeople are discussing Artificial Intelligence (AI) and many are concerned about it\, while others are taking advantage of it. Everyone will be affected by it. This presentation will be a high-level overview of how AI works and what it can and cannot do. It is well known that almost all computing\, from 3D graphics to computer tomography\, is based on linear algebra and calculus. It is not surprising that AI and other “frightening” developments have used the same concepts. I will explain\, in a way that is understandable to a numerate audience\, how AI works without getting too technical. \nThe goal is to make it less intimidating with a bit of knowledge. I will discuss why I am not worried about losing my job\, why being an early childhood educator may be the job of the future\, and why I look forward to the day my doctor uses AI to diagnose me. \nLearning outcomes\n\nThe meaning of Artificial Intelligence (AI)\nReview of learning algorithms you may have heard about\nThe future of AI\n\nAbout the presenter\n \n  \nProf Mike Meylan\nProfessor\, The University of Newcastle \n  \nClick here to register on the Engineers Australia website.
URL:https://www.rtsa.com.au/events/nsw-act-chapter-event-ai-machine-learning-an-applied-mathematicians-perspective/
LOCATION:Engineers Australia Newcastle\, Engineers Australia\,125 Bull Street\, Newcastle West\, New South Wales\, 2302
CATEGORIES:Events,New South Wales and ACT Events
ORGANIZER;CN="Railway Technical Society of Australasia":MAILTO:memberservices@engineersaustralia.org.au
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Sydney:20231205T190000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Sydney:20231205T200000
DTSTAMP:20231120T223923Z
CREATED:20231120T223804Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231120T223923Z
UID:4816-1701802800-1701806400@www.rtsa.com.au
SUMMARY:NSW/ACT Chapter Event: Engineering the operation of modern railways
DESCRIPTION:Join the RTSA NSW/ACT Chapter and the IMechE for the IMechE Chairman’s Address on the topic of Engineering the operation of modern railways online at 7-8pm on Tuesday 5th December. \nClick here to register on the Engineers Australia website. \nEvent Program\n7:00 – 8:00 pm AEDT \nOnline \nOverview\nConsistent with the duty to apply what we know\, or ought reasonably to know\, this presentation explores how this theory has evolved our approach to operating modern railways. Andrew distills this approach down to reveal the key elements we need to be good railway engineers. In doing so\, he provides a perspective on where the industry and its engineers need to be in the future. Although this draws upon experiences in the UK\, these lessons are directly relevant to and transferable to the Australia and New Zealand railway industry. \nThis technical presentation is hosted by the Railway Technical Society of Australasia (RTSA) and the Institution of Mechanical Engineers (IMechE) Oceania Division. \nLearning outcomes\n\nThe key elements required to be a good railway engineer.\nHow the approach to safety has evolved and shaped the engineering and operation of railways.\nWhat the future of engineering is in operating railways and the technologies that will enable this.\n\nAbout the presenter\n \n  \nAndrew Skinner \nHead of Engineering\, The Great Western Railway \n  \nClick here to register on the Engineers Australia website.
URL:https://www.rtsa.com.au/events/nsw-act-chapter-event-engineering-the-operation-of-modern-railways/
LOCATION:New South Wales
CATEGORIES:Events,New South Wales and ACT Events
ORGANIZER;CN="Railway Technical Society of Australasia":MAILTO:memberservices@engineersaustralia.org.au
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Sydney:20240227T120000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Sydney:20240227T130000
DTSTAMP:20240212T042301Z
CREATED:20240212T042301Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240212T042301Z
UID:4898-1709035200-1709038800@www.rtsa.com.au
SUMMARY:NSW/ACT Chapter Event: Interoperability challenges facing the Australian rail network
DESCRIPTION:Join the RTSA NSW/ACT Chapter for their first event of the year for a webinar on the interoperability challenges facing the Australian rail network\, online at 12:00-1:00pm AEDT\, 27th February 2024. \nClick here to register on the Engineers Australia website. \nEvent Program\n12:00 – 1:00 pm AEDT \nOnline \nOverview\nAustralian railways are moving to adopt new network control systems to maximise capacity\, efficiency and safety. A key characteristic of these new systems is the need for both trackside and onboard components. \nAn integrated approach to these initiatives has the potential to provide many benefits to the rail industry. Conversely\, a disjointed approach will have consequences that will last for many years\, including higher costs and lower competitiveness for rail transport. \nLearning outcomes\n\nThe technical and operational complexities of the Australian rail network relating to train control interoperability.\nWhat initiatives are underway and what interoperability challenges are created.\nCurrent initiatives to avoid the interoperability trap.\nUnderstand why interoperability is the biggest challenge the Australian rail industry is currently facing.\n\nAbout the presenter\n \n  \nBill Palazzi \nDirector\, Palazzi Rail \n  \nClick here to register on the Engineers Australia website.
URL:https://www.rtsa.com.au/events/nsw-act-chapter-event-interoperability-challenges-facing-the-australian-rail-network/
LOCATION:New South Wales
CATEGORIES:Events,New South Wales and ACT Events
ORGANIZER;CN="Railway Technical Society of Australasia":MAILTO:memberservices@engineersaustralia.org.au
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20240503
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20240504
DTSTAMP:20240401T234730Z
CREATED:20240401T233313Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240401T234730Z
UID:4931-1714694400-1714780799@www.rtsa.com.au
SUMMARY:NSW/ACT Chapter Event: Parramatta Light Rail Depot site tour
DESCRIPTION:PLR artists impression from the NSW gov website\n  \nJoin the RTSA NSW/ACT Chapter for a site tour of the Parramatta Light Rail Depot on Friday 3rd May 2024. \nMore event information and registration details coming soon – RTSA NSW/ACT Chapter members will receive an email soon! \nEvent Program\nFriday 3rd May 2024 (timings TBC) \nParramatta Light Rail Depot\, 4 Grand Ave\, Camellia NSW \nAfter successful registration\, instructions on when and where to meet and assemble on site shall be issued. \nOverview\nParramatta Light Rail is one of the NSW Government’s major infrastructure projects being delivered to serve a growing Sydney. Construction of the Stage 1 portion is now complete on all 16 light rail stops along the 12 km alignment from Westmead to Carlingford. Testing and commissioning of light rail vehicles is underway and the depot facility is nearing completion\, with opening of the line on target within 2024. \nCAF Turnkey & Engineering (T&E) has been working on the project since 2019 as part of the Great River City Rail Light Consortium\, made up of CAF Rail Australia and Transdev Australasia. CAF have provided the RTSA with the opportunity to tour the near complete depot facility. \nImportant Information\nThis event shall be limited to 20 attendees due to site constraints. \nAttendees must bring their own PPE: \n\nSafety boots\nOrange Hi-Vis\nLong sleeve shirt\nLong pants\nHard hat\nSafety glasses\n\n 
URL:https://www.rtsa.com.au/events/nsw-act-chapter-event-parramatta-light-rail-depot-site-tour/
LOCATION:PLR Depot\, Camelia NSW\, Parramatta Light Rail Depot\, 4 Grand Ave\, Camellia\, New South Wales\, 2142\, Australia
CATEGORIES:Events,New South Wales and ACT Events
ORGANIZER;CN="Railway Technical Society of Australasia":MAILTO:memberservices@engineersaustralia.org.au
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Sydney:20240516T183000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Sydney:20240516T203000
DTSTAMP:20240403T094837Z
CREATED:20240403T094234Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240403T094837Z
UID:4942-1715884200-1715891400@www.rtsa.com.au
SUMMARY:RTSA: The Future of Digital Railways - Future Railway Mobile Communication System (FRMCS)
DESCRIPTION:The RTSA and EA are delighted to host a one-of-kind sneak peek into the future of communications in the railways. This hybrid event (in-person and online) will be presented by Mr Rory R. McDonnell from Nokia\, who will discuss the technical systems underpinning automated train operation\, smart rail maintenance\, and 5G Rail. \n  \nThe event will be free for EA and Technical Society members attending online. There is a small cost for those attending in person\, with light refreshments provided\, and the opportunity to network with the speaker and other guests following the presentation. \n  \nPlease visit the link below for more information\, or to register and secure your place. \nEvent details\nDate: Thursday\, 16 May 2024 \nTime: 5.30 pm AWST – 6.30pm / 7.30pm – 8.30 pm AEST \nRegistration: EA:The Future of Digital Railways – Future Railway Mobile Communication System (FRMCS) \nCost: \nOnline \nEA and Technical Society members\, Student members: Free \nNon-members: $30.00 \n  \nIn-person \nEA and Technical Society members\, Student members: $10.00 \nNon-members: $40.00 \n  \nEvent Program\nWebinar \n5.30pm AWST/ 7:30pm AEST – Webinar starts \n6.30pm AWST/ 8:30pm AEST – Webinar concludes \n  \nIn-person \n5:00pm AWST – Registrations open \n5:30pm AWST – Event starts \n6:05pm AWST – Q&A\, followed by networking and light refreshments \n6:45pm AWST – Event closes
URL:https://www.rtsa.com.au/events/rtsa-the-future-of-digital-railways-future-railway-mobile-communication-system-frmcs/
LOCATION:Level 10\, Allendale Square 77 St Georges Terrace\, Perth Western Australia\, 6000\, Level 10\, Allendale Square 77 St Georges Terrace\, Perth\, Western Australia\, 6000\, Australia
CATEGORIES:Events,New South Wales and ACT Events,New Zealand Events,Queensland Events,South Australia Events,Victoria and Tasmania Events,Western Australia Events
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Sydney:20240612T174500
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Sydney:20240612T203000
DTSTAMP:20240507T230736Z
CREATED:20240506T063832Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240507T230736Z
UID:5041-1718214300-1718224200@www.rtsa.com.au
SUMMARY:NSW/ACT Chapter Event: Canberra Light Rail Stage 2 - Technical Update
DESCRIPTION:Overview\nThe ACT/NSW chapter of the Railway Technical Society of Australasia in collaboration with the Transport Australia Society and the Australian Railway Association are convening an in-person presentation at Engineers Australia’s office in Barton\, Canberra to provide a technical update on stage 2 of the Canberra Light Rail. The scope of the presentation will discuss the key technical components of the stage 2A works\, the engineering decisions associated with the procurement of new dual powered light rail vehicles and retrofitting of all existing LRVs with onboard energy systems\, and the technical challenges associated with the stage 2B scope of works. \nThis in-person event is an important opportunity to gain an insight into Canberra’s largest infrastructure project and discuss rail technical matters with the project’s key technical minds. \nThis event is proudly sponsored by GHD. \n\nAttendance is free for RTSA\, TAs\, ARA and EA members\nAttendance is AUD$30 for non-members (you can join find out more about joining the RTSA here.\n\nEvent Program\n\n5.45 pm: Registration opens\n6.00 pm: Presentation commences with Q&A\n7.00 pm: Networking\n7.30 pm: Event concludes\n\nLearning Outcomes\nThe scope of the presentation will discuss: \n\nKey technical components of the stage 2a works.\nEngineering decisions associated with the procurement of new dual powered vehicles and retrofitting of all existing LRVs with onboard energy systems.\nTechnical challenges associated with the stage 2b scope of works.\n\nSpeakers\n \n  \nRebecca Want\n(Market Leader Transport\, Sydney GHD) \n  \n  \n \n  \nDavid Doctor\n(Acting Executive Group Manager\, Infrastructure and Light Rail Program)
URL:https://www.rtsa.com.au/events/nsw-act-chapter-event-canberra-light-rail-stage-2-technical-update/
LOCATION:Engineers Australia Canberra\, 11 National Circuit\, Barton\, ACT\, 2600\, Australia
CATEGORIES:Events,New South Wales and ACT Events
ORGANIZER;CN="Railway Technical Society of Australasia":MAILTO:memberservices@engineersaustralia.org.au
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Brisbane:20240725T180000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Brisbane:20240725T190000
DTSTAMP:20240627T225550Z
CREATED:20240627T225456Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240627T225550Z
UID:5580-1721930400-1721934000@www.rtsa.com.au
SUMMARY:RTSA QLD Chapter Event: How can Virtual Coupling Change the Future of Railways
DESCRIPTION:Join the RTSA QLD Chapter with Dr. Egidio Quaglietta for a webinar on his frontier insights on the topic “How can Virtual Coupling Change the Future of Railways.” \n🔗 Click here to register now! \nEvent Program\n🗓 Date: 25 July 2024\n🕕 Time: 6.00 pm — 7.00 pm AEST\n📍 Venue: Online Webinar \nEvent Overview\nRecent developments in rail signalling technology have led to the advanced concept of Virtual Coupling. \nTrains are envisaged to exchange real-time information with each other via a Vehicle-to-Vehicle radio communication layer to allow a much shorter separation and the formation of radio-linked train platoons. \nSuch a concept would unleash the full capacity potential of existing rail networks and meet the ever-growing need of a customer-oriented rail service potentially leading the railways to a tremendous boost in both service efficiency and market competitiveness. \nMany are however the safety\, technical and technological challenges which need to be addressed before Virtual Coupling could actually come to life. \nHow can those challenges be tackled? And how could Virtual Coupling change the future of railways in terms of market potentials and service performances? \nLooking forward to meeting you at the seminar so that you can know more about the current progress in Europe of this cutting-edge and yet challenging innovation in the railway field. \nLearning Outcomes\n\nOperational principles to enable Virtual Coupling train operations.\nSimulation-based evaluations comparing capacity benefits of Virtual Coupling to conventional systems.\nMarket analysis and impact assessment from the European Shift2Rail project MOVINGRAIL.\n\nLearning outcomes\n\nOperational principles defined to enable Virtual Coupling train operations.\nA simulation-based evaluation of capacity benefits that Virtual Coupling could lead to versus conventional and moving block signalling systems.\nA detailed market analysis and multi-criteria impact assessment carried out in the frame of the European Shift2Rail project MOVINGRAIL.\n\nAbout the Speaker\n\n\nEgidio Quaglietta\nAssistant Professor\, Delft University of Technology\n  \n  \n🔗 Click here to register now! \n 
URL:https://www.rtsa.com.au/events/rtsa-qld-chapter-event-how-can-virtual-coupling-change-the-future-of-railways/
LOCATION:New South Wales
CATEGORIES:Events,New South Wales and ACT Events,New Zealand Events,Queensland Events,South Australia Events,Victoria and Tasmania Events,Western Australia Events
ORGANIZER;CN="Railway Technical Society of Australasia":MAILTO:memberservices@engineersaustralia.org.au
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Sydney:20241008T120000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Sydney:20241008T130000
DTSTAMP:20240924T044536Z
CREATED:20240924T044536Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240924T044536Z
UID:5973-1728388800-1728392400@www.rtsa.com.au
SUMMARY:NSW/ACT Chapter Event: Is Australia ready for autonomous trams and last mile freight?
DESCRIPTION:Join the RTSA NSW/ACT Chapter online for a webinar on  autonomous trams and last mile freight at 12:00-1:00pm on the 8th October.  \n  \nOverview\nAdvances in autonomous transportation products\, research and projects have enabled more operators to bring energy—and cost-efficient solutions to their networks. Jacobs has partnered with European autonomous transport leader OTIV to help ANZ operators realise those benefits. Whether it is optimised traction power usage\, advanced collision avoidance systems\, reduced operating costs\, fully autonomous trams\, or last-mile freight\, we can help. \nLearning outcomes\nIn this presentation\, you will learn: \n\nkey challenges for urban and freight rail operators\, including the software and hardware elements of an autonomous rail vehicle system\nthe necessary steps towards a fully autonomous rail system and benefits realisation\nreal-world projects\, research and trials taking place in Europe.\n\nAbout the speakers\n\n\n\nLuuk Kessels\nBusiness Development & Partnership Manager\, OTIV\n\nBiography\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nPaul Fergusson\nPrincipal Rail and Rollingstock Solutions\, Jacobs\n\nBiography
URL:https://www.rtsa.com.au/events/nsw-event-is-australia-ready/
LOCATION:New South Wales
CATEGORIES:Events,New South Wales and ACT Events
ORGANIZER;CN="Railway Technical Society of Australasia":MAILTO:memberservices@engineersaustralia.org.au
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Sydney:20241211T180000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Sydney:20241211T190000
DTSTAMP:20250404T013004Z
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SUMMARY:RTSA NSW/ACT Chapter Event: Visualising embodied carbon with a carbon twin - hybrid event
DESCRIPTION:The RTSA NSW/ACT Chapter is pleased to announce our next technical presentation\, Visualising embodied carbon with a carbon twin\, will be held on Wednesday 11th December from 6:00 pm – 7:00 pm\, followed by networking. This is a hybrid event; an online and in-person event.\n\nFor those attending in-person\, prior to the start of the presentation\, we will take a moment to recognise recent RTSA award winners based in NSW\, and to announce the next RTSA NSW/ACT Chapter Chair and Deputy Chapter Chair. Refreshments and time for networking will be provided before and after the proceedings.\n\nFor those attending online\, the webinar stream will start at 6:00 pm.\n\n \nKey Information\nWhen: 6:00 pm – 7:00 pm Wednesday\, 11 December 2024\n\nWhere: Mezzanine Floor 44 Market Street\, Sydney New South Wales\, 2000\n\nPresenter: Wilson Dai; Senior Track Engineer\, Mott MacDonald\n\nType: Hybrid (in-person and online)\nAbstract\nMinimising embodied carbon early on in the design stages of any infrastructure project is critical in meeting sustainability goals as well as reducing costs. Wilson Dai\, Senior Track Engineer at Mott MacDonald\, will be presenting Mott MacDonald’s Carbon Twin and how it is used to visualise embodied carbon within projects. Mott MacDonald were engaged by the Department of Transport and Main Roads in Queensland as a Technical Advisor for the Logan to Gold Coast Faster Rail project. This webinar will provide a demonstration of Mott MacDonald’s Carbon Twin\, how it was used on the project and the importance of minimising embodied carbon.\n\nThe speaker\, Wilson Dai\, is a senior track engineer at Mott MacDonald. He graduated in 2020 from the University of New South Wales with a Bachelor of Civil Engineering (Hons) / Commerce (Financial Economics) degree. He joined Mott MacDonald in 2021 as a Civil Engineer in the Rail Team and is now specialising in track and alignment design. Wilson has approximately 4 years’ experience in the rail industry being involved in numerous rail projects\, more notably contributing to the Sydney Metro West Concept design. Wilson also holds the deputy chair position for the RTSA NSW/ACT Chapter.\n\nTo register for the event\, please visit the Engineers Australia website.\n\nWe look forward to seeing you there!
URL:https://www.rtsa.com.au/events/visualising-embodied-carbon-with-a-carbon-twin/
LOCATION:Engineers Australia Sydney (Market Street)\, 44 Market Street Mezzanine Level\, Sydney\, New South Wales\, 2000\, Australia
CATEGORIES:Events,New South Wales and ACT Events
ORGANIZER;CN="Railway Technical Society of Australasia":MAILTO:memberservices@engineersaustralia.org.au
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Sydney:20250326T170000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Sydney:20250326T180000
DTSTAMP:20250404T050313Z
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SUMMARY:National Event: Learning and development is the mission webinar
DESCRIPTION:Overview\nJoin the RTSA ACT/NSW Chapter online for an insightful lecture with the UK Institute of Mechanical Engineers (IMechE) Rail Division Chair on the critical role of Learning and Development\, with a particular focus on empowering young professionals in the Rail industry. This event highlights the importance of nurturing the next generation of engineers\, allowing them to shine and contribute their unique perspectives. The session will emphasise the value of Diversity of Thought and how supporting younger members fosters innovation and growth in the industry. Don’t miss this opportunity to engage with key ideas that shape the future of Learning and Development in Rail. 🌏 Online ⏰ 7:00-8:00pm AEDT 📅 Wednesday 26th March 2025 📢 If you are a young professional in rail and want to participate in Iain’s challenge in the lead up to the event – please contact us at: RTSA@engineersaustralia.org.au 🎫 Register for the event on the Engineers Australia website: Learning and development is the mission | Engineers Australia 💰 This event is free for RTSA and Engineers Australia members\, and $30AUD for non-members. \nLearning outcomes\nIn this presentation\, you will learn: \n\nunderstand the significance of Learning and Development in fostering professional growth within the Rail industry\nexplore the value of Diversity of Thought brought by young professionals and how it impacts innovation\nlearn strategies for encouraging and supporting the development of young members in the engineering community\ngain insights into the role of young professionals in driving progress and shaping the future of the Rail industry.\n\nAbout the speaker\n\n\n\nIain Rae\nStrategy & Sustainability Director\, Brodie Engineering\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n 
URL:https://www.rtsa.com.au/events/national-event-learning-and-development-is-the-mission-webinar-2/
LOCATION:New South Wales
CATEGORIES:Events,National Events,New South Wales and ACT Events,New Zealand Events,Queensland Events,South Australia Events,Victoria and Tasmania Events,Western Australia Events
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Sydney:20250326T190000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Sydney:20250326T200000
DTSTAMP:20250404T013131Z
CREATED:20250224T011845Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250404T013131Z
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SUMMARY:National Event: Learning and development is the mission webinar
DESCRIPTION:Overview\nJoin the RTSA ACT/NSW Chapter online for an insightful lecture with the UK Institute of Mechanical Engineers (IMechE) Rail Division Chair on the critical role of Learning and Development\, with a particular focus on empowering young professionals in the Rail industry. This event highlights the importance of nurturing the next generation of engineers\, allowing them to shine and contribute their unique perspectives. The session will emphasise the value of Diversity of Thought and how supporting younger members fosters innovation and growth in the industry. Don’t miss this opportunity to engage with key ideas that shape the future of Learning and Development in Rail. 🌏 Online ⏰ 7:00-8:00pm AEDT 📅 Wednesday 26th March 2025 📢 If you are a young professional in rail and want to participate in Iain’s challenge in the lead up to the event – please contact us at: RTSA@engineersaustralia.org.au 🎫 Register for the event on the Engineers Australia website: Learning and development is the mission | Engineers Australia 💰 This event is free for RTSA and Engineers Australia members\, and $30AUD for non-members. \nLearning outcomes\nIn this presentation\, you will learn: \n\nunderstand the significance of Learning and Development in fostering professional growth within the Rail industry\nexplore the value of Diversity of Thought brought by young professionals and how it impacts innovation\nlearn strategies for encouraging and supporting the development of young members in the engineering community\ngain insights into the role of young professionals in driving progress and shaping the future of the Rail industry.\n\nAbout the speaker\n\n\n\nIain Rae\nStrategy & Sustainability Director\, Brodie Engineering\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n 
URL:https://www.rtsa.com.au/events/national-event-learning-and-development-is-the-mission-webinar/
LOCATION:New South Wales
CATEGORIES:Events,National Events,New South Wales and ACT Events,New Zealand Events,Queensland Events,South Australia Events,Victoria and Tasmania Events,Western Australia Events
ORGANIZER;CN="Railway Technical Society of Australasia":MAILTO:memberservices@engineersaustralia.org.au
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20250410T173000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20250410T190000
DTSTAMP:20250408T004156Z
CREATED:20250403T052332Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250408T004156Z
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SUMMARY:Women in engineering and technical colleges: connecting for success
DESCRIPTION:Overview\nThis event will provide attendees with an informal networking opportunity. It is an avenue to create a community for Women in Engineering and Advocates across EA Technical Colleges\, including Civil Engineering\, Mechanical Engineering\, Chemical Engineering\, Electrical Engineering\, Risk Engineering\, Systems Engineering\, Water Engineering\, Railway Engineering\, and Asset Management. \nLearning outcomes\nIn this event\, you will be able to: \n\nnetwork in a casual/informal environment\,\ncreate a community of Women in Engineering and advocates for Women in Engineering\,\nprovide better industrial insights for early women professionals.\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n 
URL:https://www.rtsa.com.au/events/testing-events/
LOCATION:The Emerald Peacock\, 233 Lonsdale Street\, Melbourne\, Victoria\, 3000\, Australia
CATEGORIES:Events,National Events,New South Wales and ACT Events,New Zealand Events,Queensland Events,South Australia Events,Victoria and Tasmania Events,Western Australia Events
ORGANIZER;CN="Railway Technical Society of Australasia":MAILTO:memberservices@engineersaustralia.org.au
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Sydney:20250625T174500
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Sydney:20250625T193000
DTSTAMP:20250516T060600Z
CREATED:20250516T054612Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250516T060600Z
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SUMMARY:Canberra Light Rail - Stage 2: Technical update
DESCRIPTION:Overview\nThe NSW/ACT branch of the Rail Technical Society of Australasia is convening an in-person presentation at Engineers Australia’s office in Barton\, Canberra to provide a technical update on Stage 2 of the Canberra Light Rail. The scope of the presentation will discuss the asset management strategy of Stage 1\, the use of urban design to enhance rail safety for Stage 2A and the process for development of requirements for new system elements of 2B concept design. This in person event is an important opportunity to gain an insight into Canberra’s largest infrastructure project as the construction for Stage 2A is about to commence and discuss rail technical matters with the project’s key technical minds. \nRegistration link \nLearning outcomes\n\nUsing asset condition surveys for assurance in a PPP context\nHow urban design can influence human behaviour to improve safety\nHow requirements and design solution development develops during early phases\n\nEvent program\n📅   Wednesday 25 June 2025\n🕖   5:45 pm-7:30 pm AEST\n📍    Engineers Australia\, Level 1/11 National Circuit\, Barton\, ACT 2600\nAbout the speakers\n\n\n\nRebecca Garrett\nTechnical Lead\, Infrastructure Canberra\n\n\n\n\n\n\nGeorgina Mahony\nTechnical Manager\, Infrastructure Canberra\n\n\n\n\n\n\nFrank liu\nSenior Rail Engineer\, Transport Canberra & City Services
URL:https://www.rtsa.com.au/events/canberra-light-rail-stage-2-technical-update/
LOCATION:Engineers Australia Canberra\, 11 National Circuit\, Barton\, ACT\, 2600\, Australia
CATEGORIES:Events,New South Wales and ACT Events
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ORGANIZER;CN="Railway Technical Society of Australasia":MAILTO:memberservices@engineersaustralia.org.au
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Sydney:20250728T173000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Sydney:20250728T183000
DTSTAMP:20250630T012710Z
CREATED:20250623T235944Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250630T012710Z
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SUMMARY:Concept plan for Canberra to Eden railway
DESCRIPTION:Overview\nJoin us online at 5:30-6:30pm on Monday 28th July for an in-depth presentation on The Plan—an ambitious and innovative rail infrastructure proposal by engineer and economist Edwin Michell. The Plan envisions tilting passenger trains reaching speeds of up to 160 km/h and freight trains up to 115 km/h along an upgraded and extended railway corridor from Canberra to Bombala and down the South Coast Range to the Port of Eden—one of Australia’s finest harbours. \nThis session will outline the engineering and economic considerations of railing inland produce—75% of which is exported—to the coast. Attendees will learn how Michell tackled the major challenge of designing a viable route down a 750-metre descent using gradients mostly limited to 1 in 70 (with brief sections at 1 in 60)\, incorporating switchbacks\, viaducts\, and minimal tunnelling (less than two kilometres total). The project\, estimated at a maximum of $3 billion in 2018\, was featured in the Engineers Australia magazine Create in October 2020. \nThe event will also explore the conclusive Economic Evaluation of the Plan conducted by leading transport economist R. J. Nairn and published in 2024\, equipping attendees with informed perspectives to contribute meaningfully to public and professional discourse. \nLearning outcomes\nIn this presentation\, you will: \n\nunderstand the engineering requirements and solutions for transporting inland produce via rail to the Port of Eden\nlearn how Edwin Michell successfully located and designed a railway route across difficult terrain with minimal environmental and construction impact\ngain insight into the economic rationale and evaluation of the project\, as assessed by R. J. Nairn\nbe equipped to engage in informed discussion about the Plan and assess its merits in comparison to alternative viewpoints or proposals.\n\nAbout the speakers\n\n\n\nRichard Hopkins\nRail Plan Coordinator\, pro bono\, Cooma and Monaro Progress Association\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nRobert J. Nairn\nIndependent Transport Economist
URL:https://www.rtsa.com.au/events/concept-plan-for-canberra-to-eden-railway/
LOCATION:New South Wales
CATEGORIES:Events,New South Wales and ACT Events
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