Overview Electric traction technology in railways has been around for well over 100 years and railway electrification came to Queensland in the late 1970s. The presentation will go through the chronology and geography of this development and hopefully give you some insight into how some of the important development decisions were made. Presenter, Colin […]
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. Date: […]
Join the RTSA NZ Chapter online for a presentation on the Rail Network ReBuild (RNR) project in Auckland Metro! 📆 Wednesday 26 November ⏰ 2 – 1pm 🌏 Online 🎫 Register on the Engineering New Zealand website Presentation Overview The Rail Network ReBuild (RNR) project in Auckland Metro commenced in early 2020 under the banner of […]
Celebrate the end of 2025 with the RTSA NSW/ACT Chapter at The Office Hotel, Sydney CBD. This relaxed evening offers the perfect opportunity to reconnect with colleagues, share insights from the year, and toast the achievements of the rail industry. Enjoy casual networking with fellow engineers, project managers, and transport professionals in a fun and […]
Please join the RTSA NZ Chapter for our end of year get together, including a presentation on KiwiRail’s strategic direction and what it means for rail professionals in New Zealand. There will also be an update on the Lower North Island Rail Integrated Mobility Project and the first Battery Electric Multiple Units in the Southern […]
Event Overview Join us for the RTSA’s End of Year Celebration as we wrap up another successful year and look ahead to 2026. This evening is all about community and connection We’ll celebrate our achievements, share what’s coming next, and enjoy a relaxed night of networking with members, students, partners, and industry colleagues. Food and […]
Join the RTSA Queensland Chapter in person in Brisbane and online for a presentation on Design of dual gauge tangential turnouts with asymmetric switches at 7:00-8:00pm AEST on Wednesday 11th February 2026. Overview Discover the real-world engineering behind dual gauge tangential turnouts with fixed heel asymmetric switches. This session dives into the design challenges and […]
Join the RTSA ACT/NSW Chapter online with the IMechE for this presentation on shaping the next 200 years of rail engineering. Overview This keynote address from the Chair of the Institution of Mechanical Engineers (IMechE) Railway Division will explore how railways can continue to serve society over the next two centuries, building on their strengths […]
Overview In today’s high-stakes industrial environments, unplanned downtime can be costly and disruptive. This 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 […]
The RTSA WA Chapter is delighted to invite all interested members to join us on the first site visit of 2026. Opened to the Public in 2025, the Victoria Park-Canning Level Crossing Removal (LXR) Project is Perth's first major elevated rail project. Over a length of approximately 7km, the project replaced 5 stations, removed 6 […]
Overview Monash Institute of Railway Technology (IRT) extends an invitation to the 2026 Stephen Marich Annual Lecture in Railway Engineering. The 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 […]
The Railway Technical Society of Australasia – New Zealand Chapter, in collaboration with Institution of Railway Signal Engineers (IRSE), invites you to their upcoming April event featuring a presentation by Vinoth Rajamani on his engineering journey, followed by President Bogdan Godziejewski’s insights into Europe’s ETCS challenges. 📆 Date: Wednesday 1 April ⏰ Time: 5.30 – 7.30pm […]
Overview Electrification of railways brings its own unique problems due to the high amount of energy required to operate a modern electric train. When Electromagnetic Interference (EMI) unintentionally affects signalling systems and trackside equipment there can be detrimental consequences. The management of electrical energy is a strict requirement for safety […]
New Zealand’s coastal railway bridges are increasingly exposed to climate stressors due to climate change. This presentation links climate projections to material specific deterioration mechanisms and discuss how service life can reduce significantly, creating earlier and more frequent maintenance interventions and tougher planning decisions for network reliability. 📆 When: 14 April 2026 🕛 Time: 12 – […]
Join the RTSA ACT/NSW Chapter and the Engineering Historical Society in-person at Charles Sturt University in Bathurst for a presentation on the 150th anniversary of rail to Bathurst. Overview The extension of rail to Bathurst 150 years ago marked a significant milestone in the development of New South Wales’ transport infrastructure and regional connectivity. Delivering […]
