Overview

Join the New Zealand Chapter of the Railway Technical Society of Australasia (RTSA) online for this webinar on Drury and Paerātā Stations.

📆  Thursday 30 October
⏰  12 – 1pm (NZDT)
🌏  Online
🎫  Register here

Event Description

KiwiRail are delivering a transformative expansion of Auckland’s southern rail corridor through the design and construction of three new stations located between Drury and Paerātā (Drury, Ngākōroa and Paerātā Station).  This presentation will explore how Aurecon and KiwiRail worked collaboratively to meet the growing demand for sustainable and accessible transport in the region.

The session will delve into the integrated approach to planning, design, and delivery; balancing technical complexity with community needs, iwi engagement, and long-term network resilience. Attendees will gain insights into design innovation, programme, and construction challenges.

Speakers

Alpesh Patel is a Civil Engineer with over 12 years of experience in multidisciplinary design and site supervision of civil infrastructure. He possesses a thorough understanding of the project lifecycle, from design to construction, gained through his work in design and build environments.

Ross Kaufusi is a Chartered Civil Structural Engineer and currently the Engineering Design Lead – Civil at KiwiRail. He has extensive experience delivering complex multidisciplinary projects, including the Papakura to Pukekohe Electrification project. Ross brings a strong focus on collaboration and technical excellence to his work, ensuring robust and sustainable infrastructure outcomes.