Overview Fire risks in rail operations—whether in tunnels, on bridges, or within dense urban environments—vary significantly across diesel, battery-electric, and electric locomotives. These differences are shaped by fuel sources, fire dynamics, and the availability of early warning and control systems. From a driver’s perspective, the critical operational question is not only if a fire will […]
Join the RTSA ACT/NSW Chapter online for this event on the Supporting regional growth through rail reuse (previously titled: train to Cessnock) presented by Bill Palazzi. 📅 6:00-7:00pm (AEST) Wednesday 3rd June 2026 🌏 Online 🎟️ Register on the Engineers Australia Website: Registration link Overview The South Maitland Railway, a 32 km corridor between Maitland […]
Overview TasRail 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. The visit will include a guided tour of TasRail’s East Tamar Maintenance Facility in Launceston, the central hub for locomotive […]
Join us for this webinar to gain an overview of KiwiRail’s new standards for rail vehicle interoperability (M-ST-RS-8101, M-ST-RS-8102, and M-ST-RS-8103) that have been published in 2026 to replace NRSS/6. 📅 12:00-1:00pm (NZST) Tuesday 30th June 🌏 Online 🎟️ Register for free on the Engineering New Zealand website: Interoperability: New Standards for New Zealand Rail […]
Overview This event is a presentation on the history of the Public Transport Authority's rollingstock assets including both electrics (EMUs) and diesels (DMUs). The presentation will include information about the current status of the fleets, which are in service and what works are currently underway. The end will also provide a glimpse into the future […]
Join the RTSA for a technical presentation on Hope Island Station Hope Island Station is a new "station in the sky" on the Gold Coast line, built on a viaduct across a floodplain with zero weekday possessions. The project demonstrates how outstanding design delivers exceptional construction, interface, and quality outcomes. The team overcame challenges rarely […]
KiwiRail is harnessing the power of Digital Twin technology to revolutionise track monitoring, join the RTSA New Zealand chapter online for a webinar on Digital Twins in Motion: Powering KiwiRail’s New Track Evaluation Car. 📅 12:00-1:00pm NZST Monday 27th July 🌏 Online 🎟️ Register on the Engineering New Zealand website: Digital Twins in Motion: Powering […]
In collaboration with the PWI, this presentation will explore how TSA Riley's engineering experts have supported three landmark rail projects—from South Australia's Tram Grade Separation Program to Victoria's Regional Rail Revival and the Suburban Rail Loop—sharing practical insights into construction verification, design optimisation, standards compliance and engineering assurance. 📅 Details Date & Time: Wednesday 29 July […]
Building on a tried and tested format in Melbourne, Victoria (Ashley Keep & co), this forum is designed to bring the Traction Industry in QLD together to focus on developments within the Traction discipline (OHW & Power). Queensland Rail and Aurizon Traction specialists are attending to present topics relevant to their networks to inform designers […]
Join the RTSA New Zealand Chapter online for a discussion on the new Level Crossing Risk Management Guide (LCRMG) V6 guide, developed collaboratively by the New Zealand Transport Agency (NZTA), Local Roading Authorities and KiwiRail. 📅 12:00pm - 1:00pm Tuesday 11th August 🌏 Online 🎟️ Level Crossing Risk Management Guide V6: A summary of the […]
The Railway Technical Society of Australasia (RTSA) warmly invites you to join us for CORE 2026, the Conference on Railway Excellence, in Adelaide, one of Australia’s most connected and innovation-driven rail cities. CORE2026 builds on the achievements of previous conferences, featuring national and international speakers sharing insights on cutting-edge technologies, methodologies, and strategies shaping the […]
Join the RTSA NSW Chapter and Transdev for a site tour of the Great River City Light Rail (GRCLR) Depot and a brief summary of the network operations and asset management for Parramatta Light Rail. 📅 11:00am - 12:30pm Wednesday 26th August 🌏 Parramatta Light Rail Depot (4 Grand Avenue, Rosehill NSW 2142) 🎟️ Registration […]
Join the RTSA QLD for our Annual Dinner and Trivia Extravaganza Join rail industry professionals from across Queensland for RTSA’s annual dinner and trivia evening. This flagship event brings together practitioners from all sectors of the rail industry to reflect on the year’s achievements, share insights, and strengthen professional networks. The evening will feature a […]
Join the RTSA New Zealand Chapter online for this presentation, providing an overview of the Cook Strait Ferry Replacement Programme, including the delivery of two new rail-enabled ferries and the supporting port infrastructure required for service entry in 2029. 📅 12:00pm - 1:00pm Thursday 3rd September 🌏 Online 🎟️ Cook Strait Ferry Replacement Presentation overview […]
The Railway Technical Society of Australasia (RTSA) South Australia Chapter invites you to join them for a local joint meeting (along with IRSE/PWI/RTAA) in person on 1 September 2022 from 5:45 pm to 9:00 pm. Programme 6:00pm Meeting Opening – Chair, Oluwole (Wole) Odusanya, IRSE National Committee 6:05pm “Human Factors – Cognitive Biases in Signal […]
