Overview Operational 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 […]
Overview Join 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 […]
Overview The 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 […]
The Railway Technical Society of Australia - New Zealand Chapter (RTSA) invite you to join this webinar on Innovations in Railway Asset Management Technologies presented by Prof. Hannes Gräbe. ⏰ 12 – 1pm NZST📅 Friday 27th June🌏 Online via Webinar🎫 Register for the event below Overview The future of railway infrastructure depends on how effectively […]
The RTSA New Zealand Chapter invite you to join this webinar presented by Doc Frank Heibel. Doc Frank will present several lessons gained from his own experience and market observations, providing attendees with a comprehensive perspective of the European Train Control System (ETCS) developments in our region. ⏰ 12 – 1pm NZST📅 Tuesday 1st July🌏 […]
Overview The Railway Technical Society of Australasia - New Zealand Chapter, invite you to join them for a presentation on the delivery of welded rail to from Quay Park (Auckland) into the CRL tunnel at Maungawhau (Mt Eden) using an alternative motive power for the work train. 📅 12 – 1pm NZST Tuesday 15th July🌏 […]
Overview Join 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 […]
Overview As global investment in rail infrastructure surges, the industry faces a pivotal moment. Reliable, safe and future-ready rail systems are essential for economic growth and sustainability. This session will explore how leading organisations are shifting from reactive to proactive renewal strategies, using innovative, performance-driven solutions. Learn how Unipart Rail and their partners are setting […]
Kia Ora! We 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 […]
Overview The Light River Rail Bridge, located at 54.544km on the Adelaide to Crystal Brook track, is being replaced due to its age and approaching end-of-service life. The bridge, constructed around 1915, is being replaced with a new bridge designed for 300LA loading and a 100-year lifespan, with an appropriate maintenance plan. Construction is underway, […]
https://ibb.co/wZwZHT2r Overview Join rail industry personalities for another exciting instalment of the Yearly Meeting Dinner and Trivia Extravaganza. This event is one of the premier occasions on the Queensland Rail Industry’s calendar and provides an excellent opportunity for networking across all sectors and disciplines. Guests will be treated to a keynote speech as part of […]
Overview Learning from railway accidents is a complex process that involves reviewing extensive documentation, sometimes across multiple languages, while addressing difficult operational issues. For early-career engineers, the challenge is compounded by the need to build foundational knowledge while working through a growing archive of incidents. This webinar, presented by Dr Wei-Ting Hong, Postdoctoral Research Associate […]
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 […]
Site Visit to the Kangy Angy Maintenance Facility The RTSA NSW/ACT Chapter is pleased to invite you to our upcoming site visit to Kangy Angy Maintenance Facility, which will be held on 14th of October from 9:30am – 12:30pm. UGL and TfNSW are hosting a site visit to the Kangy Angy Maintenance Facility which currently […]
The RTSA WA chapter invites you to join a bus tour of the Thornlie-Cockburn Link (TCL). This site visit is a bus tour of the TCL alignment and will focus on an in-depth overview of the design and construction of a pair each of freight and passenger rail each in a pre-existing corridor in brownfield […]
