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SUMMARY:Site visit: RTSA – TasRail operations in Northern Tasmania
DESCRIPTION:Overview\nTasRail is pleased to invite members of the Railway Technical Society of Australasia (RTSA) to join us in Northern Tasmania for a unique technical visit showcasing key aspects of the state’s freight rail operations. \nThe visit will include a guided tour of TasRail’s East Tamar Maintenance Facility in Launceston\, the central hub for locomotive and rollingstock maintenance across the Tasmanian network. Participants will gain insight into the maintenance strategies and operational challenges associated with maintaining a geographically isolated freight railway\, as well as a first-hand look at the Locomotive Life Extension Project that is currently underway\, bringing back to life locomotives from the 1960’s and 70’s. \nMembers will also have the opportunity to observe remote control locomotive operations at Devonport\, where TasRail has successfully reinstated remote control technology within its cement train operations following the runaway event that occurred in 2018. The session will provide an overview of the system’s design\, safety assurance process\, operational integration\, and the human factors considerations associated with introducing advanced control technologies into a live freight environment. \nThis visit offers a rare opportunity to see first-hand how Tasmania’s rail freight network operates\, while engaging directly with TasRail engineers and operational specialists. \nWe look forward to welcoming RTSA members to Tasmania for what promises to be a highly informative and engaging technical tour. \nProgram:\n\n10.00am – All registered participants arrive at East Tamar Junction\, Hobblers Bridge Road\, Newstead\n10.15am – Safety briefing and PPE distribution/check\n10.30am – Workshop Tour\n11.30am – Remote Control Demonstration\n12.30pm – Tour and demonstration concludes – participants free to leave\nTimings are subject to change pending onsite activity\n\nPPE Requirements:\nParticipants are required to have the following items to join the tour: \n\nHi-vis vest or jacket\nHardhat\nProtective eyewear\nLong sleeves and pants\nSteel-capped shoes\nGloves\n\nParking:\nParking will be available on site. When turning off Hoblers Bridge Road follow the long drive all the way to the workshop. From there follow TasRail staff directions. \nRegistration:\nSite visit: RTSA – TasRail operations in Northern Tasmania | Engineers Australia
URL:https://www.rtsa.com.au/events/site-visit-rtsa-tasrail-operations-in-northern-tasmania/
LOCATION:East Tamar Junction 35 Hobblers Bridge Road \, Newstead Tasmania\, 7250\, 35 Hobblers Bridge Road\, East Tamar Junction\, Newstead\, Tasmania\, 7250\, Australia
CATEGORIES:Victoria and Tasmania Events
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SUMMARY:Site visit: Puffing Billy workshop and heritage talk
DESCRIPTION:Overview\nJoin the RTSA VIC/TAS Chapter for a unique behind-the-scenes experience at the Puffing Billy Railway workshops\, featuring a presentation and guided workshop tour led by Robert Reed\, Chartered Mechanical Engineer and Conservation & Heritage specialist. \nRobert has spent seven years engineering with Puffing Billy Railway (PBRB) and brings extensive experience in maintenance\, restoration\, and reliability of heritage railway equipment. His work focuses on researching\, documenting\, and implementing heritage conservation techniques\, as well as training others in the specialist skills required to preserve historic rail assets. Robert is also actively involved in supporting and advising on engineering activities across Tourist & Heritage Railways (T&HR) throughout Australia\, and serves on several industry boards and organisations outside of PBRB. \nDuring this session\, Robert will share insights into the challenges and techniques involved in maintaining and restoring heritage locomotives and rolling stock\, followed by a guided tour of the Puffing Billy workshops to see these practices in action. \nCapacity\nThe train carriage booked for the event has a maximum capacity of 28 people\, so places are limited. \nAttendance Options\n\nTrain + Talk + Workshop Tour (limited to 28 participants)\nTalk + Workshop Tour only – free to attend\nChildren are welcome but must be fully supervised by a parent or guardian at all times.\n\nPricing\nMembers: \n\nAdult – $66.00\nConcession – $52.50\nToddler $25.00 – (1-4 years)\nChild $33.00 – (4-15years)\n\nNon-Members: \n\nAdult – $96.00\nConcession – $82.50\nToddler $25.00 – (1-4 years)\nChild $33.00 – (4-15years)\n\nSafety Requirements for Workshop Tour: \nParticipants entering the workshop must wear: \n\nFully enclosed shoes (required)\nCovered legs and preferably long sleeves\n\nLearning outcomes\nIn this event\, attendees will be able to: \n\nunderstand the engineering challenges and practices involved in maintaining and restoring heritage railway equipment\nlearn about heritage conservation techniques and skills used to preserve historic railway assets\ngain insight into the role of engineering research\, documentation\, and collaboration across Australia’s tourist and heritage railways.\n\nProgram\n\n10.30 PM AEST:  Meet at Puffing Billy Belgrave Way and Works office for Workshop tour hosted by Rob Reed\n11.30 PM AEST: Presentation by Rob Reed on the Living   Heritage Grant Program Restoration of Locomotive 6A -VHR-H2187\n12.30 PM AEST:  Participants to purchase their own lunch in the cafes of Belgrave local to Puffing Billy\n2.15 PM AEST: Train Departs from Belgrave for Lakeside\n4.40 PM AEST: Return train departs Lakeside\n5.30 PM AEST: Arrive at Belgrave\n\nRegistration:\nSite visit: Puffing Billy workshop and heritage talk | Engineers Australia
URL:https://www.rtsa.com.au/events/site-visit-puffing-billy-workshop-and-heritage-talk/
LOCATION:Puffing Billy Railway 1 Old Monbulk Road\, \, Belgrave Victoria\, 3160\, Puffing Billy Railway 1 Old Monbulk Road\, Belgrave\, Victoria\, 3160\, Australia
CATEGORIES:Victoria and Tasmania Events
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SUMMARY:The Great Western Railway's world record holding battery train and the fast charge system
DESCRIPTION:Come and join us to learn about Great Western Railway’s entirely battery powered Class 230 battery electric multiple unit. The industry leading fast charge system enables automatic charging of the train batteries in as little as 3 minutes. Following a thorough testing programme\, this train has now entered passenger service. \nOn 19th/20th August 2025\, this unit travelled 200.5 miles on battery power which is a world record for the longest distance travelled by a battery train on a single charge. \nOur speaker will be Andrew Skinner\, Head of Engineering for Great Western Railway in the UK. Andrew is a Past Chair of the IMechE Railway division\, a Fellow of the IMechE and an IMechE Council Leadership Committee member. \nJoin us to hear the development story of the train\, the fast charge technology and the secrets behind the world record run. \nPlease RSVP below to gain access to the webinar link  \nAbout our speaker – Andrew Skinner \nAndrew joined British Rail from school as a sponsored undergraduate. He gained a BEng degree having studied Mechanical Engineering at Brunel University. \nAfter training in the heavy engineering workshops\, he became a member of the IMechE and a Chartered Engineer. Andrew’s first role was as a Technical Officer at Cardiff locomotive depot also deputising for Production Managers leading the maintenance teams. \nA promotion to Area Traction & Rolling Stock Engineer increased his responsibility for people and technical issues. He started a commercial interest having responsibility for the maintenance of steel wagons under contract which also opened his interest in the industrial railway history of South Wales and railfreight markets. \nFollowing a move to the West Midlands running locomotive and wagon depots; at rail privatisation Andrew moved back to Cardiff as the Depot Manager. To further his commercial skills\, he then became an Account Manager for the sales of infrastructure trains to Railtrack for track maintenance. \nHe took an opportunity as a Project Manager in Great Western Trains combing his skills. Initially managing an £18M upgrade to the High Speed Train fleet\, he has continued in various engineering roles including responsibility for four major depots and around 600 staff to his current role as Head of Engineering for the Great Western Railway. \nHis responsibilities have broadened over time and he now manages engineering technical & standards\, assurance\, data\, occupational safety\, an ISO certified management system and IT for one of the most diverse range of train fleets operating in the UK. \nAndrew’s involvement with IMechE began in the early 1990s as a committee member of the Railway Division South Western Centre. He went on to Chair the Centre and is currently the Treasurer. After becoming a Railway Division Board member\, Andrew went on to become Chair in 2023/24. He has also Chaired the Railway Engineers Forum\, remains an active professional mentor and is currently a member of the IMechE Council Leadership Committee.
URL:https://www.rtsa.com.au/events/the-great-western-railways-world-record-holding-battery-train-and-the-fast-charge-system/
LOCATION:Webinar
CATEGORIES:Events,Victoria and Tasmania Events
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SUMMARY:2026 Stephen Marich Annual Lecture in Railway Engineering
DESCRIPTION:Overview\nMonash Institute of Railway Technology (IRT) extends an invitation to the 2026 Stephen Marich Annual Lecture in Railway Engineering. \nThe Stephen Marich Annual Lecture in Railway Engineering honours the contribution of Dr Stephen Marich to the railway industry over a period of 40 years. This is the 13th annual lecture as part of this series and is a key forum for sharing deep technical knowledge about railway engineering from leading experts in railway technology. \nThe 2026 Stephen Marich Annual Lecture in Railway Engineering entitled “Strategic Intent and Deep Collaborations to Drive Innovation in Rail” will be delivered by Ms Luisa Moisio\, Director of Research\, Rail Safety and Standards Board (RSSB)\, London\, UK. For over two decades\, Ms Moisio has been in the forefront of research collaborations in rail\, successfully partnered with both academia and industry supply chain to apply fresh thinking to complex challenges. This has delivered tangible improvements to railway engineering and operations. \nThe event is also a major networking opportunity\, bringing together industry\, academia and government representatives involved in railway technology and management. \nThis free lecture and networking event will be of interest to anyone involved in the railway industry. This is an exclusive event with limited seats\, registration and early RSVP is essential to avoid disappointment. \nRSVP for the Stephen Marich Annual Lecture in Railway Engineering is Friday 20th February 2026 via the registration link. \nFor more information visit please contact:\nConnie Varamo\nTelephone: + 61 3 9905 1880 / +61 417 127 599\nEmail: connie.varamo@monash.edu \nPlease advise if you have any dietary or access requirements. \nMonash IRT will be conducting the following face to face course at Monash University\n• Wheel-Rail Interaction Two Day Short Course on 5th and 6th March 2026 \nExpressions of interest are welcome via email to connie.varamo@monash.edu
URL:https://www.rtsa.com.au/events/2026-stephen-marich-annual-lecture-in-railway-engineering/
LOCATION:The Leaper Family Pavilion\, Arts Centre Melbourne\, 100 St Kilda Road\, Melbourne\, Victoria\, 3004\, Australia
CATEGORIES:Victoria and Tasmania Events
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SUMMARY:Engineering system monitoring\, detection\, analysis and solutions
DESCRIPTION:Overview\nIn today’s high-stakes industrial environments\, unplanned downtime can be costly and disruptive. \nThis session explores the transformative power of Condition Monitoring (CM) and Predictive Maintenance strategies in engineering systems. From foundational principles to advanced digital twin technologies\, participants will gain insights into how modern monitoring techniques can detect faults early\, optimise performance\, and extend asset life. We’ll dive into common machine faults\, such as imbalance\, misalignment\, bearing defects\, and resonance\, and explore how these are detected and addressed across industries like mining\, oil & gas\, utilities\, and manufacturing. \nThe session also looks ahead to the future of monitoring\, including simulation-driven diagnostics\, real-world system modelling\, and the integration of digital twins to recreate complex physics and extreme environments. Whether you’re an engineer\, asset manager\, or technology leader\, this event will equip you with the knowledge to make smarter\, data-driven decisions about your assets. \nProgram timeline\nSession 1: Monitoring and Detection\nJordan Robb\, NVMS \n\nOverview of condition monitoring and its role in predictive maintenance\nWhy maintenance strategies matter and how CM improves asset uptime\nMeasurement techniques and common machine faults (imbalance\, misalignment\, bearing defects\, resonance)\nPractical applications across mining\, oil & gas\, utilities\, and manufacturing\nFuture directions in condition monitoring\n\nSession 2: Analysis and Solutions\nDr James Brett & Dr Nitheesh George\, Synergetics Consulting Engineers \n\nDigital twins for predictive\, diagnostic\, comparative\, and optimisation insights\nRecreating complex physics and extreme environments\nApplications in gas\, liquid\, and solid systems\, including internal/external flows\nChallenges of scale and integrating simulations with real-world measurements\nImportance of assumptions and validating operation using monitoring solutions\n\nPanel Discussion \n\nSamantha Murray\, Siemens Digital Services\nRay Beebe\, Machine Condition Monitoring Consultant\nJordan Robb\, NVMS\nDr James Brett\, Synergetics\nDr Nitheesh George\, Synergetics\n\nLearning outcomes\nIn this event\, you will: \n\ndevelop a strategic understanding of maintenance approaches. Explain the importance of selecting appropriate maintenance strategies to optimise uptime\, reliability\, and asset performance.\napply condition monitoring and diagnostic techniques. Analyse system health using sensor data\, fault detection methods\, and predictive tools\, including digital twins and physics-based models\, to anticipate and address equipment issues.\nunderstand of integration of data and modelling for informed decision-making. Evaluate how simulation\, real-world data\, and model assumptions influence accuracy\, scalability\, and effectiveness across industries such as mining\, oil & gas\, utilities\, and manufacturing.\n\nFor more information visit\nEngineering system monitoring\, detection\, analysis and solutions | Engineers Australia \n 
URL:https://www.rtsa.com.au/events/engineering-system-monitoring-detection-analysis-and-solutions/
LOCATION:Engineers Australia Melbourne\, Level 26/ 181 William Street\, Melbourne\, Victoria\, 3000\, Australia
CATEGORIES:Victoria and Tasmania Events
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UID:9466-1763640000-1763643600@www.rtsa.com.au
SUMMARY:Approaching Operations Readiness challenges in Complex Rail projects
DESCRIPTION:Having successfully facilitated the resolution of complex rail/transport project issues and in particular operational readiness/handover activities for Transport agencies and rail operators. This included inter-entity (including rail operators) facilitation to ensure alignment and agreed-upon documented outcomes/decisions.  David will explore how operations readiness applies to complex rail/transport projects and encompassing issues across states such as interoperability\, harmonisation\, handover. \n\nDate: 20th November 2025\nTime: 12-1pm AEDT\nLocation: Online only\n\n\n \n\n\nName: David Ramsdale \n\n\nTitle/Company: Technical Director and Transport Lead (VIC)\, AtkinsRealis \n\n\nA recognised leader in advising clients and executives of major complex rail and transport projects\, currently working at AtkinsRealis as a Technical Director and Transport Lead (VIC)\, actively contributes to various Project Steering Committees (e.g.\, Regional Rail Revival\, Northeast Line Upgrade\, Murray Basin Rail Project) and development\, delivery and operational transport working groups. This has involved chairing\, co-chairing and undertaking secretarial duties. Undertaken numerous recent key senior advisory roles on complex rail/transport projects including interface management and operational readiness. \n\n 
URL:https://www.rtsa.com.au/events/approaching-operations-readiness-challenges-in-complex-rail-projects/
LOCATION:online only
CATEGORIES:Events,Victoria and Tasmania Events
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DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20251029T190000
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SUMMARY:Human factors in focus: enhancing maintenance and manufacturing performance
DESCRIPTION:Overview\nJoin us in-person at Engineers Australia in Melbourne for an insightful session exploring the critical role of Human Factors in maintenance and manufacturing. This event will delve into how understanding human capabilities\, limitations\, and behaviours can lead to safer\, more efficient\, and more resilient systems. \nIndustry experts will share practical strategies for integrating Human Factors into design\, procedures\, and training\, bridging the gap between theory and real-world application. Whether you’re in engineering\, operations\, or safety\, this event will equip you with the tools to drive human-centered improvements across your organisation. \nPlease register using the link at the bottom of the page. \nLearning outcomes\nIn this event\, you will learn: \n\nthe core principles of human factors – participants will gain foundational knowledge of human factors and how they influence safety\, performance\, and decision-making in maintenance and manufacturing environments.\nidentify and mitigate human error risks – attendees will learn to recognise common human error traps and apply practical strategies to reduce risk through better design\, procedures\, and work environments\,\nintegrate human-centred design into operations – participants will explore methods for embedding human factors into maintenance and manufacturing processes to enhance efficiency\, reliability\, and workforce well-being.\n\nProgram\nIn-person: \n\n5.30 pm AEDT: Guest arrivals and registrations\n6.00 pm AEDT: Presentation begins\n6.45 pm AEDT: Q/A begins\n7.00 pm AEDT: Event close\n\nAbout the speakers\n\n\n\nRay Misa\nAssociate Director / Human Factors Team Manager\, Archservices\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nStuart Dickinson\nPrincipal Consultant\, Human Risk Solutions\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nCara Murphy\nTransportation Market Director for AtkinsRéalis\, Australia and New Zealand
URL:https://www.rtsa.com.au/events/human-factors-in-focus-enhancing-maintenance-and-manufacturing-performance/
LOCATION:Engineers Australia Melbourne\, Level 26/ 181 William Street\, Melbourne\, Victoria\, 3000\, Australia
CATEGORIES:Events,Victoria and Tasmania Events
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SUMMARY:Monash IRT tour and technical presentations
DESCRIPTION:Join the RTSA and Monash Institute of Railway Technology (IRT) for an engaging afternoon exploring cutting-edge developments in rail innovation\, technology\, and safety. This event will feature guided tours of IRT’s world-class research and testing facilities\, insights from the Monash Rail Express (MREx) student team\, and two thought-provoking technical presentations focused on improving safety at level crossings and enhancing locomotive visibility. \nWith expert speakers from Monash IRT and opportunities to network with industry professionals\, researchers\, and students\, this is a unique opportunity to engage with the future of rail in Australia. \nWe look forward to welcoming you for an informative and inspiring event. \nProgram Schedule\n3:00 PM – Arrival and Welcome\nVenue: Lecture Theatre E7\, Engineering Building 72\, 14 Alliance Lane\, Monash University Clayton\nCampus\n• Registration\, Foyer\n• Welcome address by Professor Ravi Ravitharan\, Director of IRT\n• Safety induction and overview of the program\n• Closed Shoe Required – No other PPE required for the Site Tour \n3:15 PM – Guided Tour of Monash IRT Facilities in Small Groups\n1. Rail Sustainability Innovation Lab\n2. Rail Digital Twin & Modelling Lab\n3. Railway Manufacturing and Testing Lab\n4. Railway Manufacturing Workshop\n5. Railway Metallurgical Lab \n4:30 PM – Meet the Monash Rail Express (MREx) Student Team\nVenue: Lecture Theatre E7\, Engineering Building 72\, 14 Alliance Lane\n• Outline of the MREx team\n• Details of the International Competition\n• Next Steps\n• Q&A \n5:00 PM – Refreshments & Networking\nVenue: Lecture Theatre E7 Foyer\, Engineering Building 72\, 14 Alliance Lane\, Monash University\nClayton Campus\n• Light refreshments served \n5:30 PM – Technical Presentations\nVenue: Lecture Theatre E7\, Engineering Building 72\, 14 Alliance Lane\, Monash University Clayton\nCampus\n5:30 PM – Introduction by RTSA\n5:35 PM – Presentation 1: ’Seeing What We’ve Been Missing: Technology-Driven Insights into\nPassive Level Crossing Risk’\nSynopsis: \nLevel crossings remain one of the highest-risk elements across the Australian rail network. With over 18\,000 crossings nationwide\, full grade separation is financially unfeasible. Current safety approaches rely heavily on historical accident and near-miss data\, which can lead to reactive decision-making and an incomplete understanding of the underlying risk factors. This presentation explores how emerging technologies can provide deeper insight into the conditions and behaviours that drive risk at passive level crossings. By moving beyond traditional metrics\, we can better evaluate the effectiveness of existing controls and support the development of scalable\, cost-effective interventions that improve safety across the network. \nSpeaker: Dr Nithurshan Nadarajah\, Deputy Director\, Innovation\nNithurshan is the Deputy Director at the Monash Institute of Railway Technology\, with over a decade of experience driving innovation\, safety\, and strategic asset management in rail. He leads cross-functional teams to deliver data-driven transformation in condition monitoring\, product development\, and operational and asset management strategy—achieving measurable gains throughput\, safety and efficiency. Nithurshan holds a PhD in sensor technology for aircraft and is a Chartered Professional Engineer. \nSpeaker: Dr Kareeb Hasan\, Research Engineer\nDr Kareeb Hasan is a research engineer with expertise in sensor systems\, data analytics\, and infrastructure monitoring. With a PhD in engineering and experience at Monash IRT\, his work focuses on applying technology to improve transport safety\, system performance\, and operational decision-making. \n6:05 PM – Presentation 2: ’Quantitative Assessment of Visibility of Locomotives’\nSynopsis: \nSeveral control measures based on locomotive-mounted lighting have been suggested to improve the front-end visibility of freight locomotives. Trials have been conducted in Australia for two of these proposed measures. These are flashing beacons on locomotives and the conversion of locomotive headlights from halogen globes to Light-Emitting Diodes. The Monash Institute of Railway Technology (IRT) at Monash University undertook an independent assessment of these trials based on scientific principles. The aim was to develop a methodology to subjectively evaluate the change in conspicuity concerning lighting and luminance scheme modifications on locomotives. \n  \nSeveral trials were conducted in WA and NSW to assess the efficacy of locomotive lighting in enhancing locomotive conspicuity. The visual conspicuity of a freight locomotive depends not only on its brightness or shininess (quantified by its luminance value) but also on the average luminance of the surrounding background and viewing conditions (such as observation distance and angle). The intensity and colour of the light emitted from the locomotive\, along with factors like livery\, cleanliness\, and viewing settings\, influence the luminance of the locomotive. Visibility is also affected by natural light conditions\, weather\, sun position\, and ambient settings. \nIn clear daylight\, visibility improvements are highly dependent on a combination of headlight state\, viewing circumstances\, and sunlight direction. The headlight\, especially in high beam during the day\, significantly enhances frontal locomotive conspicuity\, particularly at greater distances. The visibility benefit diminishes when the locomotive is viewed at an angle. Findings suggest that\, under clear daylight or dense vegetation conditions\, adding beacon lights and side marker lights provides little to no enhancement in locomotive conspicuity. Conversely\, during night-time assessments\, notable improvements are observed in overall locomotive conspicuity\, especially with side marker lights. \nThe assessment also revealed a significant difference in luminance contrast levels between daytime and night-time for the same locomotive and lighting fixtures\, indicating that locomotives tend to be more visible at night. This may partly explain the substantial difference in recorded level crossing collisions during the day compared to at night. \nThe presentation will outline the approach and methodology used\, along with the trial findings. Some recommendations and ongoing work will also be highlighted. \n• Speaker: Dr. Elias Kassa\, Team Leader Track Infrastructure\, Co-Director Safe Sustainable Accessible Railway (S2ARail) GRIP\nElias Kassa is currently a Principal Track Engineer and Team Leader of Track Infrastructure at the Institute of Railway Technology (IRT) at Monash. He also acts as Co-director for the Safe Sustainable Accessible Railway – Graduate Research Industry Partnership\, an industry doctoral program focusing on railway topics. Prior to joining IRT\, he worked as a senior researcher and professor at universities in Europe\, specialising in a wide range of railway track issues and teaching graduate and postgraduate courses in railway engineering. \nWith over 23 years of experience in the railway industry\, he has developed extensive knowledge in track design\, turnouts\, wheel-rail interface\, and optimisation these systems. He has become a recognised expert in train-track interaction and turnout dynamics. Additionally\, he has led various research and consultancy projects related to level crossing safety in both Europe and Australia. \nTogether with his team at Monash IRT\, Elias led the work on train conspicuity trial assessment\, contributing to the review of the Train Lighting and Visibility Standard. \n6:35 PM – Questions and Answers\n6:50 PM – Closing Remarks\n• Final comments and appreciation from Professor Ravi Ravitharan\n 
URL:https://www.rtsa.com.au/events/monash-irt-tour-and-technical-presentations/
LOCATION:Monash Institute of Railway Technology (IRT)\, Monash University Clayton Campus\, 14 Alliance Lane\, \, Monash University Clayton Campus\, Melbourne\, Australia
CATEGORIES:Events,Victoria and Tasmania Events
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DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250815
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SUMMARY:Conference on Railway Excellence (CORE) 2025
DESCRIPTION:Kia Ora!\nWe warmly invite you to join us in Tāmaki Makaurau (Auckland)\, Aotearoa (New Zealand)\, for the Conference on Railway Excellence 2025 (CORE 2025)\, themed Kaitiaki – Guarding the Future\, from 12-14 August at the Pullman Hotel\, Auckland. CORE is Australasia’s premier railway engineering and technology conference\, featuring over 80 peer-reviewed papers and international keynote speakers addressing critical issues in railway policy\, operations\, and engineering. Expect insightful presentations\, dynamic discussions\, networking opportunities\, technical tours—and\, of course\, a bit of socialising. CORE 2025 will deliver the high standard of content you’ve come to expect\, with a distinct New Zealand touch. Our theme\, Kaitiaki\, embodies the concept of guardianship over the sky\, sea\, and land—just as we\, as railway professionals\, are the guardians of rail’s role in sustainable freight and passenger transport. We’re also introducing a new option for presentations: a pathway for those unable to submit a full paper but still keen to share valuable insights. These extended abstracts\, typically 2-4 pages\, will be peer-reviewed to maintain the high standard of CORE while offering more flexibility. Auckland\, known as the “City of Sails\,” is at the heart of New Zealand’s rail investment\, including the City Rail Loop\, which will be nearing completion during the conference. This project will be a highlight of our technical tours. With convenient flight options from major Australian cities and the added opportunity to explore New Zealand’s natural beauty\, CORE 2025 offers a perfect blend of professional development and adventure. For those concerned about overseas travel\, keep in mind that the flight time is shorter than an east coast-to-Perth trip\, we speak the same language\, and we’re still part of the family—well\, almost! The RTSA New Zealand Chapter\, the CORE 2025 organising committee\, and the New Zealand rail industry look forward to welcoming you to Auckland for another exceptional CORE. \nJohn Gardiner Chair\, CORE 2025 \n \n \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n 
URL:https://www.rtsa.com.au/events/conference-on-railway-excellence-core-2025/
LOCATION:Victoria
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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ORGANIZER;CN="Railway Technical Society of Australasia":MAILTO:memberservices@engineersaustralia.org.au
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20250620T100000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20250620T140000
DTSTAMP:20250429T014513Z
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SUMMARY:Bendigo Tramways (BT) Historic Tram Operation and Tram Collection
DESCRIPTION:  \nOverview\nJoin the RTSA VIC/TAS Chapter in person for a site tour to the Bendigo Tramways (BT) Historic Tram Operation and Tram Collection. Bendigo Tramways is a living piece of history that has been entwined with the city’s identity since 1890. Home to Australia’s oldest operating tram depot\, its iconic fleet of trams exceed 100 years of age. \n🌏 Bendigo Tramways (BT) Historic Tram Operation and Tram Collection Address – 1 Tramways Avenue\, Bendigo Victoria 3550  10.00am until 2.00pm \n📅  Friday 20th June 2025 \n🎫 Register for the event below \n💰 This event is free for RTSA and Engineers Australia members\, and $30AUD for non-members. \nLunch will be generously provided by our host \nPublic Transport Options\nFor those travelling by train catch the 7.39 am Swan Hill train from Southern Cross which gets into Bendigo at 9.55. Attendees will then need to walk down Mitchell Street from the Station to Pall Mall/Charing Cross Tram stop (refer to map) where we will be collected in a Tram and take you for a ride before arriving at the Tram Depot for some lunch and a Depot Tour.  BT will then take the tour back on the Tram to Pall Mall/Charing Cross Tram stop so attendees can walk back to the train station. \n \n 
URL:https://www.rtsa.com.au/events/bendigo-tramways-bt-historic-tram-operation-and-tram-collection/
LOCATION:1 Tramways Avenue\, Bendigo Victoria 3550\, 1 Tramways Avenue\, Bendigo\, Victoria\, 3550\, Australia
CATEGORIES:Victoria and Tasmania Events
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ORGANIZER;CN="Railway Technical Society of Australasia":MAILTO:memberservices@engineersaustralia.org.au
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20250619T170000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20250619T190000
DTSTAMP:20250610T020311Z
CREATED:20250530T003658Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250610T020311Z
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SUMMARY:Ready for action: Operational readiness across industries
DESCRIPTION:Overview\nOperational readiness is critical for ensuring that systems\, teams\, and infrastructure are fully prepared before going live\, but the approach can vary dramatically across industries. This cross-sector panel brings together experts from transport\, energy\, cybersecurity\, and food/pharma to explore how each industry defines\, plans\, and delivers readiness. Join us as we examine the unique challenges and standards shaping readiness in each sector\, from regulatory compliance in pharma to resilience in cybersecurity. \nOur panellists will discuss key components like stakeholder engagement\, risk management\, training\, and commissioning\, and how these play out differently depending on the context. We’ll close with a comparative discussion\, drawing out best practices\, lessons learned\, and opportunities to transfer insights across industries. \nWhether you’re launching a new transit system\, a power grid upgrade\, or a secure digital platform\, this session will help you think more strategically about what it means to be truly ready. \n🌏 Engineers Australia Melbourne Office – Level 31\, 600 Bourke Street \, Melbourne Victoria\, 3000 \n📅 5.00 pm — 7.00 pm AEST\, Thursday 19 June 2025 \n🎫 Register for the event via Ready for action: Operational readiness across industries | Engineers Australia \n💰 Pricing for this event is as follows: \n\nMember: Free\nTechnical Society Member: $30.00\nStudent Member: Free\nNon-Member: $30.00\nGuest Member: Free\nGuest Non Member: $30.00\n\nLearning Outcomes\nIn this event\, you will: \n\nunderstand the core principles of operational readiness and how they are applied across diverse industries such as transport\, energy\, cybersecurity\, and food/pharma\,\nidentify key differences and similarities in readiness approaches\, including regulatory requirements\, risk mitigation\, stakeholder engagement\, and commissioning processes\,\ngain insights into industry-specific challenges and how organizations overcome them to ensure safe\, efficient\, and compliant go-live transitions\,\nexplore transferable strategies and best practices that can be adapted across sectors to strengthen readiness planning and execution.\n\nProgram Outline\nIn-person: \n\n5.00 pm AEST: Guest arrivals and registrations\n5.15 pm AEST: Event begins\n5.30 pm AEST: Panel discussion begins\n6.15 pm AEST: Networking begins\n7.00 pm AEST: Event concludes\n\nAbout the speakers\nLuke Robinson – Executive Director\, International System Operator Network/AEMO \nLuke Robinson is a chartered electrical engineer and MBA graduate with nearly 20 years’ experience in the energy industry. His experience encompasses transmission planning\, power system analysis\, system operations\, generator connections and commissioning.\nLuke joined AEMO in 2017 initially managing connections\, and later moved to operations. In his current role as the inaugural Executive Director of the International System Operator Network\, Luke facilitates collaboration across ISONs System Operators AEMO\, CAISO\, EirGrid\, ERCOT\, Energinet and NESO to support the transition to secure\, reliable\, resilient power systems with very high levels of variable\, inverter-connected renewable generation across transmission and distribution networks. \n  \nShani Davies – Program Manager\, Metro Trains Melbourne \nWith over a decade of experience as a Chartered Electrical Engineer and a MBA \, I bring a unique blend of technical depth and strategic insight to operational readiness. I’ve led cross-functional teams through complex project lifecycles—translating engineering and system requirements into practical\, executable operational systems. My experience spans front-line delivery and corporate leadership across operations\, maintenance\, control systems\, and systems engineering. This gives me a holistic understanding of what’s required to transition from project to steady-state operations—whether it’s workforce capability\, asset readiness\, system integration\, or risk mitigation. I’ve developed and implemented readiness strategies that align people\, processes\, and systems\, ensuring operational success from day one. \n  \nChathura Abeydeera – Chair\, CREST Australasia \n \nChathura is a trusted cybersecurity advisor with over 20 years of industry experience. With a strong track record of advising boards and executive teams\, he brings a unique ability to translate complex technical risks into clear\, actionable governance insights. Over the past decade\, he has led high-performing cybersecurity teams within two of the Big Four consulting firms in Australia\, delivering large-scale cybersecurity assessments\, internal audits\, and incident response programs for major Australian and global organisations. His expertise spans strategic advisory and hands-on leadership during high-impact cyber events. He is also recognised as a Fellow of the Australian Information Security Association (AISA) and has been awarded the title of Fellow by CREST. He is presently engaged in the pursuit of a doctoral degree in Cybersecurity and Space Intelligence. \n  \nMatt Flavel – Chief Scientist\, The Product Makers \n \nDr Matt Flavel is a scientist who is currently leading R&D and product development projects globally across industries such as agriculture\, aquaculture\, food\, beverage\, cosmetics\, clinical trials and drug development. These projects include technologies with various stages of readiness from initial discovery through to commercially available products.
URL:https://www.rtsa.com.au/events/ready-for-action-operational-readiness-across-industries/
LOCATION:Engineers Australia Victoria\, Level 31\, 600 Bourke Street\, Melbourne\, Level 31\, 600 Bourke street\, Melbourne\, Victoria\, 3000\, Australia
CATEGORIES:Victoria and Tasmania Events
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20250410T173000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20250410T190000
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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: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:Victoria
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:20250326T170000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Sydney:20250326T180000
DTSTAMP:20250404T050313Z
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LAST-MODIFIED: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:Victoria
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/Brisbane:20240725T180000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Brisbane:20240725T190000
DTSTAMP:20240627T225550Z
CREATED:20240627T225456Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240627T225550Z
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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:Victoria
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/Melbourne:20240517T100000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20240517T140000
DTSTAMP:20250404T052102Z
CREATED:20240416T014346Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250404T052102Z
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SUMMARY:An introduction to turnouts - lunch and learn
DESCRIPTION:Overview\n \n\nJoin EA for a lunch and learn session designed specifically for rail transport professionals\, where they’ll dive into the world of turnouts. Discover everything from design to manufacturing and application of various turnout types crucial to the railway industry.\n\nHosted by Vossloh Cogifer Australia\, a leading turnout manufacturer\, this event will take place at their Castlemaine manufacturing facility. You’ll get a firsthand look at the manufacturing process with an informative facility tour.\n\nThis is your this chance to broaden your understanding and network in the railway sector in a welcoming and professional setting.\n\n \nLearning outcomes\n \n\n 	Design and use of the turnouts based on the application\n 	The manufacturing process of the turnouts\n 	Different types of turnouts currently used in Australia\n 	Operation of the Turnouts in real-time (Scaled 3D models)\n 	Ordering of the Turnouts 6. Networking Opportunity\n\n\nEvent program\n \n\n10.00 am: Arrival and introduction\n10.15 am: Factory tour\n12.00 am: Lunch and presentation\n1.30 am: Q&A\n\n \nSpeaker\n \n\nThomas Wheler\, Regional Sales Director
URL:https://www.rtsa.com.au/events/an-introduction-to-turnouts-lunch-and-learn/
LOCATION:361 Barker Street\, 361 Barker Street\, Castlemaine\, Victoria\, 3450\, Australia
CATEGORIES:Victoria and Tasmania Events
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Sydney:20240516T183000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Sydney:20240516T203000
DTSTAMP:20240403T094837Z
CREATED:20240403T094234Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240403T094837Z
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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;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;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:Victoria
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:20231011T093000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20231011T113000
DTSTAMP:20230914T035549Z
CREATED:20230911T040744Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230914T035549Z
UID:4676-1697016600-1697023800@www.rtsa.com.au
SUMMARY:VIC/TAS Chapter Event: Victorian Tunnelling Centre Site Visit
DESCRIPTION:The RTSA VIC/TAS Chapter have organised a site visit to the Victorian Tunnelling Centre on Wednesday 11th October 2023. \nJoin us for a complimentary tour of the Victorian Tunnelling Centre located at Holmesglen Institute’s Drummond Street campus in Chadstone\, Victoria. \nThe centre includes state of the art training facilities including: \n\nA replica mined road tunnel\nA replica tunnel boring machine tunnel\nA 7.2m-tall tunnel boring machine cutterhead\n2 multipurpose engineering workrooms\nVirtual reality training programs\nTunnel shaft and concrete lining spray simulators\nWorking refuge chamber.\n\nFor further information\, please visit Victorian Tunnelling Centre | Melbourne TAFE Courses & Degrees\, Victoria (holmesglen.edu.au) \nRegister by 09:00am on the 30 September 2023 (attendance is capped at 19 people) Click here for more information and to register for this event through the Engineers Australia booking portal.
URL:https://www.rtsa.com.au/events/vic-tas-chapter-event-victorian-tunelling-centre-site-visit/
LOCATION:Holmesglen Institute’s Victorian Tunnelling Centre\, Drummond Street Campus\, 41 Drummond Street\, Chadstone\, VIC\, 3148\, Australia
CATEGORIES:Events,Victoria and Tasmania Events
ORGANIZER;CN="Railway Technical Society of Australasia":MAILTO:memberservices@engineersaustralia.org.au
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20231001
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20231005
DTSTAMP:20221213T044419Z
CREATED:20221213T044354Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20221213T044419Z
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:Victoria
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: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;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;TZID=Australia/Perth:20230712T183000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Perth:20230712T203000
DTSTAMP:20230601T035749Z
CREATED:20230601T035458Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230601T035749Z
UID:4493-1689186600-1689193800@www.rtsa.com.au
SUMMARY:VIC Chapter Event: Building a Cybersecure Rail System
DESCRIPTION:Overview\nIn today’s industrial environment\, the threat of cyber attacks is becoming increasingly significant and consequences can be catastrophic. A cyberattack on Operational Technology (OT) systems like Signalling can compromise the integrity or availability of these systems and result in financial harm\, equipment damage\, disruption of service and even loss of life. It is therefore essential to ensure that cyber security requirements are defined appropriately\, that there is a proper cyber security framework in place for organizations and projects and consider the aspect of cyber security throughout the entire lifecycle of a project\, including the design\, construction\, operation\, and maintenance phases. \nThis presentation will cover the entire cybersecurity lifecycle in the railway industry with a focus on mitigating cyber threats and enhancing the security of critical railway infrastructure. \nLearning outcomes\n\nIntroduction of System Under Consideration (SuC) in the context of Cybersecurity for Rail Systems.\nConcepts of Zones and Conduits in a Security by Design System ( IEC 62443 series) in the context of Rail systems (ETCS).\nThe Concept of Security Level.\nThe Concept of SL- Target\, (SL-T) Security Level- Capability (SL-C) Security Level – Achieved (SL-A).\nThe threat scenarios in the railway systems domain and their impact on Confidentiality\, Availability and Integrity of Rail Systems (CIA).\nDifferent Threat groups and threat types in the Rail Domain.\nInitial Cybersecurity Risk Assessment and determination of SL-T for Rail.\nDetailed Cybersecurity Risk Assessment \,typical Risk Matrix in the Rail Domain\, Risk Register\nThe link between cybersecurity and Safety aspects of Rail systems and how Cybersecurity Assurance leads to Safety Assurance and over all systems Assurance.\nThe Cybersecurity Requirements\, Controls for a typical rail System with example of ETCS.\nDesign of a Cybersecurity Core for safeguarding the Rail systems and rail operation in the back drop of rising Cyber threats.\nIncorporation of Cybersecurity Requirements in other rail systems like Control system NW\, Radio Systems\, Trackside equipment/ Signalling Equipment\, On Board Unit.\n\nAbout the speakers\nRaka Mitra\, Certification and Authorisation Manager\, Alstom \nSoroush Tazerji\, Technical Director\, Security- Tactix Sener \nFouad Lotfi-Jam FIEAust. CPEng. NER\, Principal Project Director- Rail\, Caspian Consulting Engineers Pty. Ltd. \nFouad is a Rail management\, infrastructure\, systems\, engineering\, operations and maintenance specialist with over 20 years experience in transport and buildings projects. He has extensive experience in the management of large multi-disciplinary transport projects with a specific focus on metro\, heavy and light rail infrastructure. Project and resource management skills to harness a team culture which ensures timely delivery of works. Fouad’s project experience is across all facets of project life cycle allowing a balanced understanding and analysis of options available and a balanced considered view. As the the Victorian/Tasmanian chapter chair for RTSA\, he is passionate about advocating and advancing rail’s role in fighting key challenges like climate change. \nTo register\, click on the link below.
URL:https://www.rtsa.com.au/events/vic-chapter-event-building-a-cybersecure-rail-system/
LOCATION:Engineers Australia Melbourne\, Level 26/ 181 William Street\, Melbourne\, Victoria\, 3000\, Australia
CATEGORIES:Events,Victoria and Tasmania Events
ORGANIZER;CN="Railway Technical Society of Australasia":MAILTO:memberservices@engineersaustralia.org.au
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20230619
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20230622
DTSTAMP:20221213T042519Z
CREATED:20221213T042519Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20221213T042519Z
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/Brisbane:20230614T163000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Brisbane:20230614T183000
DTSTAMP:20230601T041520Z
CREATED:20230601T041318Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230601T041520Z
UID:4501-1686760200-1686767400@www.rtsa.com.au
SUMMARY:TasRail Workship Site Visit
DESCRIPTION:Overview\nJoin us for a brief presentation of TasRail’s operations followed by a tour of the main rollingstock workshop where you will be able to view locomotives under life-extension rebuild\, major overhaul and routine maintenance. Come prepared with your questions which can include rollingstock\, track infrastructure\, signals\, safeworking\, or rail operations in general. \nLearning outcomes\n\nGain an understanding of design and maintenance procedures for rollingstock.\nGain insight into the management and installation of track infrastructure and signals systems.\nLearn about safeworking practices and rail operations in general.\n\nEvent program\n4:30pm: Arrival and welcome\n4:35pm: Site Induction\n4:45pm: Workshop tour\n5:45pm: Q&A\n6:00pm: Informal networking opportunity \nAbout the speaker\nSimon Chandler\, Signalling Asset Manager\, TasRail \nSimon graduated from the University of Tasmania in 1999 with a degree in electrical (power) engineering and has since worked in the power\, rail\, aviation and maritime industries. His lifelong passion has been in rail and has worked for over a decade with Pacific National Tasmania and TasRail. During this time he has worked in rollingstock and infrastructure maintenance\, train operations\, infrastructure capital works\, signalling and network access. \nRegister via the link below:
URL:https://www.rtsa.com.au/events/tasrail-workship-site-visit/
LOCATION:Victoria
CATEGORIES:Events,Victoria and Tasmania 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:Victoria
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:20230518T170000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20230518T180000
DTSTAMP:20230501T062259Z
CREATED:20230501T062042Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230501T062259Z
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:Victoria
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:20230405T090000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20230405T120000
DTSTAMP:20230316T060344Z
CREATED:20230316T055442Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230316T060344Z
UID:4407-1680685200-1680696000@www.rtsa.com.au
SUMMARY:VIC/TAS Chapter Event: Electrification of the Melbourne Suburban Rail Network
DESCRIPTION:Overview \nPlease join the RTSA and the Engineering Heritage Victoria group to recognise 100 years since the Electrification of the Melbourne Suburban Rail Network. This Heritage Marking Ceremony is to acknowledge the engineering achievement of the works\, and to recognise its heritage value to the city of Melbourne. \nIn May 1919\, the first regular passenger electric train services commenced on the Sandringham and Essendon suburban railway lines\, and by 1923\, this ambitious project for electrification of the Melbourne suburban railway lines was completed. At the time\, it was claimed to be the largest suburban railway network in the world to be successfully converted from steam locomotive to electric traction. It was an immediate success in terms of increasing rail patronage and reducing operating costs. \n  \n \nEvent program \n\n9.00-10.40 am: Morning tea and presentation by Ian Cook\n11.00-11.45 am: Heritage Marking ceremony\, Southern Cross Railway Station\, Collins Street\, West Melbourne\n\nPlease note\, it is optional to attend the morning tea and presentation and/or ceremony. At the time of registration\, please advise if you would like to attend one or both. \nTo register\, click on the link below.
URL:https://www.rtsa.com.au/events/vic-tas-chapter-event-electrification-of-the-melbourne-suburban-rail-network/
LOCATION:Engineers Australia Melbourne\, Level 26/ 181 William Street\, Melbourne\, Victoria\, 3000\, Australia
CATEGORIES:Events,Victoria and Tasmania Events
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20230301T180000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20230301T213000
DTSTAMP:20230209T232139Z
CREATED:20221216T010555Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230209T232139Z
UID:4280-1677693600-1677706200@www.rtsa.com.au
SUMMARY:IRT 2023 Stephen Marich Annual Lecture in Railway Engineering
DESCRIPTION:Monash Institute of Railway Technology (IRT) 2023 Stephen Marich Annual Lecture in Railway Engineering \nThe Stephen Marich Annual Lecture in Railway Engineering honours the contribution of Dr Stephen Marich to the railway industry over a period of 40 years. \nClick here to register. \n \n 
URL:https://www.rtsa.com.au/events/irt-2023-stephen-marich-annual-lecture-in-railway-engineering/
LOCATION:Arts Centre Melbourne – Pavilion\, 100 St. Kilda Road\, Melbourne\, Victoria\, Australia
CATEGORIES:Events,Victoria and Tasmania Events
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